Recovery Court Coordinator

Alamance County Government; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Paid Vacation & Sick Leave

Job summary

Alamance County Government seeks a skilled case manager to provide comprehensive services for justice‑involved individuals, coordinating evidence‑based opioid use disorder, substance use treatment, and mental health linkage to care. This role includes intake, eligibility assessment, court attendance, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The position may require driving county or personal vehicles for county business; valid NC license and acceptable driving record are needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Criminal Justice or related field with 1 year mental health or substance abuse experience.
• Two-year degree with 3 years mental health or substance abuse experience; valid NC driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload of at least 30 active participants and provide ongoing case management.
• Document progress notes and refer participants for additional assistance as needed.
• Prepare written court reports and staffing reports; maintain court calendars and judgments.
• Update policies and procedures as directed by supervisor or teams.
• Assess and interview individuals to determine program eligibility.
• Coordinate mandatory drug testing and weekly treatment provider coordination as needed.
• Monitor treatment attendance and recovery support meeting attendance.
• Serve as liaison to District Attorney’s, Public Defender’s, Probation, treatment providers, and social service agencies.
• Collaborate with contracted treatment providers and county offices on program operations.
• Present participant concerns and successes before a presiding judge.
• Participate in Opioid Settlement Monthly Meetings with Health Department and other teams.

Skills

Case management

Mental health care

Substance use treatment

Court coordination

Spanish (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Criminal Justice or related field

Associate degree in related field + 3 years mental health/substance abuse experience

Job description

Job Purpose

The primary responsibility for this position is to provide comprehensive and complex case management for justice‑involved program participants by coordinating services that include evidence‑based opioid use disorder treatment, substance use disorder treatment, and mental health treatment linkage to care, such as transportation, employment, and housing assistance. Assesses candidates to determine eligibility and completes intake interviews on new participants, advocates for necessary services, attends court sessions, facilitates pre‑court staff meetings, and works closely with a multidisciplinary team to assist with decision‑making. Consideration is given to possessing the following trainings offered by Allrise.org include: Best practice Standards 8 modules, Essential Elements 10 modules, Medication for Addiction Treatment 9 modules. This position may require driving for this position, whether driving a county‑owned or personal vehicle to conduct county business such as, but not limited to attending conference, meetings, or any other county‑related functions. Motor Vehicle Reports may be verified for a valid driver’s license and that the driving record is compatible with the county’s driving criteria. If a personal vehicle is operated for county business, proper insurance is maintained as per Alamance County's vehicle use policy.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload of at least 30 active participants and provide ongoing case management with discussion of participant progress, concerns, problem‑solving, and crisis intervention.
• Maintain participants’ records, document progress notes, and refer participants for additional assistance as needed.
• Perform administrative duties which include preparing written court reports, developing staffing reports, and maintaining organized copies of court judgments and/or calendars in manual and electronic files.
• Update policies and procedures as directed by the supervisor or multidisciplinary teams.
• Assess and interview individuals referred to determine program eligibility.
• Conduct mandatory drug testing and/or coordinate weekly with treatment provider (as needed)
• Monitor treatment attendance, recovery support meeting attendance, schedule random drug testing, and function as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Serve as a liaison to the District Attorney's office, Public Defender's office, Probation officers, treatment providers, social service agencies, and any other appropriate individuals/agencies to monitor client progress.
• Other duties include working in partnership with key agencies including contracted treatment providers, Alamance County Detention Staff, the District Attorney’s Office, District Court Judge’s Office, the Public Defender’s Office, and other various community partnerships.
• Present participant concerns and successes before a presiding judge during court sessions.
• Participate in Opioid Settlement Monthly Meetings with Alamance County Health Department, Jail Mental Health Team, Pre‑Trial team meetings, and Other committees or councils as recommended by the immediate supervisor

Qualifications

Graduation from a four‑year college or university with a degree in Human Services, Social Work Criminal Justice or a related field and, one (1) year of mental health and/or substance abuse experience; OR a two‑year degree in Human Services, Social Work, Criminal Justice, or a related field and three (3) years of mental health and/or substance abuse experience; or a high school diploma or GED and five (5) years of mental health and/or substance abuse experience. A valid N.C. driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluent in Spanish and English both oral and written is preferred but not required.

Skills & Abilities

COMPETENCY STATEMENTS

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• Compassion - Ability to show kindness, empathy and genuine care.
• Honesty - Ability to be truthful, maintain high level of confidentiality and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Integrity – Trustworthiness to a degree that one is incapable of being false to a trust, responsibility or pledge
• Judgment – Ability to use good judgment and discretion as it relates to following policies and procedures.
• Safety‑Minded – Creating a safe work environment; managing risks; reducing exposure liabilities.
• Teamwork – Ability to work with others successfully and productively for the common cause and desired end goal.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position. O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day). F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day). C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day).

Stand F Walk F Sit F Manually Manipulate O Reach Outward O Reach Above Shoulder O Climb O Crawl N Squat or Kneel O Bend O

Other Physical Requirements

• Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral)

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to use general office equipment.

Health Insurance

Full‑time employees are eligible for medical/health (Cigna Insurance) benefits upon the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.

Alamance County Government currently offers three plans of medical/pharmacy benefit options including 2 Standard PPO plans and a High‑Deductible Health Plan with HSA.

Dental Benefit

Alamance County offers one dental insurance (Delta Dental) plan for FT employees at no cost. The plan, if elected, would be effective the first of the month following 30 days of FT employment.

Vision Insurance

A voluntary vision program (Superior Vision) is available to FT employees. The current PPO style plan allows employees to seek treatment and hardware from any vision care provider of their choice. The plan, if elected, would be effective the first of the month following 30 days of FT employment. Coverage must be elected within your first 30 days of FT employment or upon a qualifying event.

Voluntary Benefits

Alamance County Government provides a variety of voluntary health related benefits (Voya) to allow employees to purchase protection from what life may bring. A sampling of voluntary benefits includes Flexible Spending Accounts with dependent care opportunities, Health Saving Account with an employer contribution, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Cancer Protection Plan, Group Critical Care Insurance and more.

Life Insurance

Basic term life insurance is the amount of one times the annual salary (no greater than $70,000) is provided for all FT employees. Additional coverage is available for purchase through payroll deductions for employee and eligible dependents.

Retirement Benefits

Membership in the NC Local Government Employees Retirement System (NCLGERS) is a requirement for all full‑time and regular part‑time employees (working more than 1,000 hours annually). Employees contribute six percent (6%) of their annual compensation before it is taxed.

Time Off Accruals

Vacation Time

Annual Leave is accrued based on years of service. Employees can accrue from 10-25 days per year.

Sick Time

All County full time employees earn 12 days of sick leave per year.

County Observed Holidays

Alamance County will observe the State of North Carolina Holiday Schedule.

Wellness Benefits & Programming

Employee Assistance Program

There are times when everyone needs a little help or advice. The confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through a local provider can help you with things like stress, anxiety, depression, chemical dependency, relationship issues, legal issues, parenting questions, financial counseling and dependent care resources. Best of all it's free for County employees and available for your household to utilize. Utilization of the EAP is completely confidential and participation isn't recorded. Help is available 24/7/365 by telephone.

Alamance County Employee Health Center

Available to employees and spouses who are covered under the Alamance County Insurance Plan and their covered dependents, 18 years of age and older. Retired employees under age 65 are also eligible to use the health center. Depending on insurance coverage elected, care at the clinic ranges from free to a fair market value cost.

Services Available

Treatment of injuries or illnesses such as flu, sinus Infection, pink eye, sprains, strains or fever. Monitor chronic conditions (Diabetes, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, Health Disease, Asthma, etc…). Assistance with finding a Primary Care Provider. Health Education and Counseling. Triage and referrals to specialists when appropriate. Alamance County provides a variety of additional benefits including bereavement pay, Paid Parental Leave, Wellness Leave to focus on work‑life balance initiatives, Volunteer Time Off (paid time) opportunities to be a part of the Alamance Community, to opportunities for professional certification pay.

Employee Fitness Center

Alamance County encourages all employees to maintain a healthy lifestyle both at home and at work. In support of this philosophy an Employee Fitness Center is available for all County employees to use at their convenience during non-work hours and is open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM Monday-Sunday. This center includes weight training equipment, cardio equipment, a small aerobics room along with restrooms, changing room and lockers.