Specialty Court Case Manager

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Kentucky; On-site; USD 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky is seeking a Case Manager for the Administrative Office of the Courts in Elizabethtown, KY. The role involves managing a caseload of specialty court participants, coordinating services, and monitoring progress and compliance in treatment and court-related activities.

Responsibilities include home/site visits, connecting participants with resources, data entry, and reporting to the Specialty Court Judge.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in human services, criminal justice, psychology, or similarly related field.
• Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Additional relevant work experience can substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.
• Special REQUIREMENTS: Successful completion of the KCOJ Adult Drug Court program may substitute for the minimum education requirement.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a caseload of specialty court participants and provides comprehensive case management services.
• Conducts participant home visits and site visits.
• Connects participants with treatment providers, community resources, and support services.
• Provides crisis intervention and support as needed.
• Monitors drug testing and administers drug testing as needed.
• Conducts participant assessments, including assessments within correctional facilities.
• Enters and maintains accurate data in designated case management systems.
• Maintains thorough and timely case records and documentation.
• Prepares files, and tracks court orders and related court documents.
• Attends specialty court staffing meetings and provides progress reports to the Specialty Court Judge and multidisciplinary team.
• Attends court sessions and monitors participant compliance, engagement, and recovery progress.
• Develops and maintains collaborative partnerships with community agencies, treatment providers, and other stakeholders.
• Assists with or leads program events, including participant graduations and recognition ceremonies.
• May assist with training, mentoring, and onboarding of new specialty court staff.

Education

Associate’s degree in human services, criminal justice, psychology, or similarly related field

Job description

Commonwealth of Kentucky is seeking a Case Manager for the Administrative Office of the Courts in Elizabethtown, KY. The role involves managing a caseload of specialty court participants, coordinating services, and monitoring progress and compliance in treatment and court-related activities.

Responsibilities include home/site visits, connecting participants with resources, data entry, and reporting to the Specialty Court Judge.