Drug Court Case Manager

The Atlantic Judicial Circuit Drug Court is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Program Case Manager. This position provides case management and other services to drug court participants. This is a full-time, grant-funded position with benefits.

MAJOR DUTIES:

Specific case management duties will be assigned by the Program Coordinator and the Court and may include, but are not limited to, the following functions: 

• Maintain a thorough understanding of all AJC Drug Court policies, court standards, and procedures.
• Manage data within the case management system and accumulate all reporting requirements for quarterly and yearly reporting.
• Update the court’s case management system by logging in participant data/information, check on urine drug screens, employment status and income, addresses, court notes, sanctions and incentives, group notes, and case management notes.
• Assist in making appropriate referrals for participants and entering them into case management.
• Maintain relationships with third party providers/attorneys to obtain status updates on referred participants.
• Attend and actively participate in judicial hearings and panel reviews for participants.
• Attend and actively participate in AJC Drug Court staffing, hearings, peer reviews, and operational tune-up meetings.
• Participate in regular training and cross-training with professionals, including but not limited to the annual CACJ Conference. 
• Function as a positive spokesperson for the AJC Drug Court to the community and peers.
• Maintain therapeutic professional boundaries when collaborating with participants and families.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills (oral, written, and active listening).
• Maintain knowledge of current trends and developments in the field of Drug Courts and Accountability Courts.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Coordinator for the AJC Drug Court.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Completion of High School Education certificate and valid Georgia Driver’s License. Must be able to travel to training and stay for overnight trainings within the State of Georgia and have working home office. Knowledge of local and state resources for the criminal justice population; knowledge concerning addiction, alcoholism, and pharmacology; gender, age and cultural issues that may impact an individual’s success; and assistance with housing, job training, and benefits. Basic computer proficiency necessary (MS Word, MS Outlook, Internet, PowerPoint and Zoom).

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, Social Work, Psychology, Public Administration, Sociology, or related field preferred; LCSW, MSW or LPC a plus; experience working in the criminal justice system, social work, accountability or treatment courts or related fields. Direct knowledge and experience working with an accountability court model is preferred.

WORK SCHEDULE AND BENEFITS:

Monday – Friday hours 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Each Monday for AJC Drug Court between 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM necessary.

Liberty County government offers a generous benefits package to full-time permanent employees which includes: 

• 401(a) retirement plan with employer match 
• 13 paid holidays 
• Paid vacation and sick leave 
• Low-cost health dental and vision insurance 
• Free term life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Health & wellness program

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application process should notify the Human Resources Office at (912) 391-1247 or [email protected].