Specialty Courts Program Coordinator - Court Operations

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Elizabethtown (KY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Kentucky is seeking a Specialty Courts Program Coordinator in Hardin County to oversee daily operations, ensure program compliance, and provide case management and supervision for participants. The role collaborates with judges, court staff, attorneys, treatment providers, and community partners to promote success and program effectiveness.

Responsibilities include data management, reporting for the court, and supporting grant requirements.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, sociology, or closely related field.
• At least two (2) years of experience working with high-risk or high-needs population, including individuals with substance use disorders, mental health disorders, or multiple barriers to success.
• Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE
• Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional related education or work experience will substitute for the minimum requirements on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high caseload of Specialty Court participants, conducting screenings, intakes, orientations, individualized case planning, and ongoing targeted case management.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with community agencies to secure participant access to treatment, housing, education, vocational training, and other resources.
• Serve as a liaison among judges, attorneys, court staff, treatment providers, and community partners to coordinate services and support participant success.
• Enter and maintain accurate data in the case management system, ensuring documentation, reports, and files meet program and compliance standards.
• May assist other Specialty Court programs and departmental initiatives based on organizational needs and operational priorities.
• Some overnight travel is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Associate’s degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, sociology, or closely related field

Job description

The Commonwealth of Kentucky is seeking a Specialty Courts Program Coordinator in Hardin County to oversee daily operations, ensure program compliance, and provide case management and supervision for participants. The role collaborates with judges, court staff, attorneys, treatment providers, and community partners to promote success and program effectiveness.

Responsibilities include data management, reporting for the court, and supporting grant requirements.