Case Manager

Open Until Filled

Case Manager

(Part-Time, Grant Funded Position)

GENERAL PURPOSE
Under the general direction of the Uintah County Attorney’s Office, conducts certified case management services to adults in the Uintah County criminal justice programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Administers evidenced-based case management services and case supervision to assist adult participants in the Uintah County criminal justice programs. Identifies and assesses issues relating to language barriers, cognitive ability, and emotional state of interviewees.

Gathers and reviews all pertinent information of court-related documents, licensed clinical recommendations, and collateral information such as background information from parents/caregivers, law enforcement, supervision agencies, attorneys, treatment programs, DCFS (if applicable), substance use tests, and additional agencies as necessary. Coordinates with parents/caregivers, law enforcement agencies, treatment and health providers, employers, and attorneys as needed to monitor progress in treatment/supervision.

Develops a case action plan based on court orders, clinical evaluations, ongoing criminal risk assessments, collateral information, as well as recurring client interviews. Coordinates with clinicians as needed to update and adjust a case action plan regarding treatment needs, and assists in the transition to treatment services.

Provides courtroom testimony on progress reports, and non-compliance reports, including associated interviews conducted and expert witness testimony if needed.

Works with the Uintah County Sherriff’s Office, Eighth District Court, Uintah County Attorney, Defense Attorney, law enforcement agencies in Uintah County, public/ private treatment and health providers, community supervision agencies, and community resource programs.

Adheres to the federal HIPAA law pertaining to the release of confidential information to all third-party communication without written consent. Adheres to guidelines set forth by the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), specifically the Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health(OSAMH) concerning program policies.

Maintain professional certification, and skills in a related field of case management. Participates in continued education which includes: best practices for clinical and court documentation, evidence-based case management techniques and assessments, maintains expertise on current trends, community resources, and developments in the field of behavioral health, trauma, abuse, criminogenic behavior, and other pertinent topics.

Performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:
Graduation from college with a bachelor's degree in social work, social science, criminal justice, OR a related field preferred, OR Utah Case Management Certification, OR four years of equivalent work experience.

Bilingual English/Spanish is desirable but not required.

Special Requirements:

Must possess a valid Utah Driver’s License AND successfully pass a full background check.

COMPENSATION

$20.50 an hour

Part-time no benefits

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