JOB SUMMARY:

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Providing support and resources for the court’s participants
• Handling case assignments, including daily follow up with court participants
• Reviewing case progress
• Coordinating treatments and services for the court’s participants
• Reporting on court participants at staff meetings and in court proceedings
• Administering and documenting the results of assessments, preparing reports, and keeping progress notes
• Providing court participants with motivation to complete the program

• Other duties as assigned by the RJCC presiding judge or the RJCC Coordinator

Minimum   Qualifications/Competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, social work, criminal justice, psychology, or a related field
• Appreciation for the mission and purposes of the Circuit Court of Cook County and the Restorative Justice Community Court and residency within the community served
• Knowledge of the principles of restorative justice
• One year experience as a case worker, social worker or case manager
• Desire to make a difference in the community and in people’s lives

• A positive attitude and a commitment to help others

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, online collaborative tools, and overall computer skills/technical aptitude.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, including the ability to balance competing priorities
• Effective written and oral communication skills and problem-solving and critical thinking ability
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse professionals and all levels of staff and provide excellent customer service/support