JOB TITLE: Hall County Drug Court Case Manager
DEPARTMENT: Administrative Office of the Courts
DIVISION: Court Administration
JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for providing administrative, clerical, and case management support to the Drug Court Program Coordinator. Answers phones and routes calls to office staff; Finalizes executive correspondence; Updates and maintains accurate phone lists; Prepares, updates and maintains offender files in orderly manner; Maintains databases for Drug Court Program; Provides necessary information to treatment providers and probation services; Obtains necessary information from treatment providers and probation services for the maintenance of accurate, up-to-date records; Schedules community service work for participants; Requisitions, receives and distributes supplies, printing, or other related services; Responsible for maintenance of fees in Program; Maintains confidentiality of all offenders and office information as required by federal rule; Maintains and updates Community Policing Logbook; Other duties as assigned.
Primary Duties:
- Answers phones and routes calls to office staff
- Finalizes executive correspondence
- Updates and maintains accurate phone lists
- Prepares, updates and maintains offender files in orderly manner
- Maintains databases for Drug Court
- Works closely with child support recovery to facilitate proper allocation/distribution of payments as needed
- Oversee drug screening process, to include recording information, reading information accurately and reporting results to team
- Primary Case Manager for Early Intervention Program
- Primary Case Manager for Residential placements of participants
- Liaison to DFCS in reporting drug screen results
- Responsible for maintenance of participant fee database accurately and timely
- Provides necessary information to treatment providers and probation services
- Obtains necessary information from treatment providers and probation services for the maintenance of accurate, up-to-date records
- Schedules participant community service appointments efficiently
- Provides accurate reports to the Administrative Office of the Court to facilitate fulfillment of grant objectives
- Maintains confidentiality of all offenders and office information as required by federal rule
- Other duties as assigned
Court Administration: Provides administrative assistance to the Coordinator who is charged with orchestrating multi-faceted services required to ensure maximum efficiency of operation in the Program. Attend all status review meetings, reporting on caseload progress to Team; in court, update spreadsheets/database per court session reporting; assign community service work to participants per sanctioning by Judge.
Office Management: Establishes and maintains accurate, orderly office files. Tracks the progress of certain programs related to the department function, to include:
Loading statistics into a computer.
Reporting statistics on a regular basis to supervisor.
Maintains internal reports; attends meetings; records and reports on the proceedings.
Fiscal Administration: Receives and distributes supplies and other related services. Responsible for maintenance of fees in the Program, including maintaining spreadsheet of individual participant progress/lack of progress in payments; recording deposits on rolling tape and delivering to Receptionist for verification of total and deposit of funds by Receptionist per Treatment Services policy.
Case Flow Management: Creates and maintains accurate files on all participants referred to the Hall County Drug Court program. Tracks all Early Intervention and Residential participants from beginning involvement to completion/ termination from their level of referral accurately. Provides updated information regarding non-compliant offenders to Team. Maintains high level of confidentiality in the office as per Federal Regulations.
Strategic Planning/Information Management: Assist in developing the capacity to deliver information to decision-makers at critical events. Inform court system employees of events that are outside performance measures established by court and triggering the appropriate means of intervention.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: General knowledge of county organizational structure and basic operations. Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communications. Extensive experience and skill in developing effective working relationships with other departments and the general public. Demonstrated skill in developing and maintaining positive customer relations. Extensive skill in operating a personal computer, various software applications, Internet, multimedia programs, calculator and typewriter.
Supervisory Controls: Incumbent must perform duties without extensive supervision. Work is assigned in general terms, requiring the incumbent to determine the process by which the work should be completed. Adheres to standing instructions for recurring work:
Most routine work is not reviewed or monitored
New assignments are reviewed for the nature and propriety of the final results of the work.
All work that affects office policy must be reviewed.
All executive level memorandum/communications will need to be reviewed and signed by coordinator prior to issuance.
Guidelines: Written guidelines include relevant department operating procedure manuals, and/or policy memorandum, O.C.G.A., The Uniform Rules for the State Courts, Uniform Rules for the Superior Courts, Uniform Transfer Rules, and the Hall County Civil Service Regulations. In addition, there are a variety of guides developed through the Office of the Court Administrator. Most of the guidelines are specific, but require some interpretation and application to individual situations.
Complexity: The work ranges from low/medium level of tasks to providing complex, extensive and professional work for entire segments of the Administrative Office of the Courts. In addition, the work of this position involves performing various secretarial and accounting duties. A high degree of time management skills will be necessary in this job.
Scope and Effect: The purpose of the work is to perform various clerical, administrative, fiscal, and low-level managerial duties needed to provide multi-faceted support to the program coordinator. Successful implementation of the work results in the generation of executive-level correspondence and a myriad of other items as determined by the director. The work product or service provided by the incumbent affects the accuracy, reliability, or acceptability of further process or services from Drug Court. Successful implementation of the work can result in the continuance of funding and the incumbent will provide a vital role in the rehabilitation of persons in the community. Errors in this area will be problematic in relation to continued funding and the ability of the Drug Court to successfully change the way that the criminal justice system deals with offenders with a substance related problem.
Personal Contacts: Contacts are typically with coworkers, staffs of superior court and state court judges, district attorney, solicitor, pretrial services, probation services, treatment providers, county agencies, and the general public.
Purpose of Contacts: Contacts are typically to obtain, clarify, or give facts of information and to provide services.
Physical Demands: Although the physical demands are not stringent, incumbent must be capable of receiving and delivering supplies to the office.
Work Environment: Work is primarily performed in an office setting, though there will be time spent in court and in the community.
Supervisory Responsibility: No direct supervisory duties are assigned.
Performance: It is hoped that this job description will be utilized as a tool to understand the minimum performance requirements in this job and that the employee will go beyond what is outlined here in the performance of their duties. The failure to fulfill these minimum performance requirements may lead to disciplinary action, up to and including the termination of employment.
Minimum Qualifications: Education requirements include graduation from high school, bachelor’s degree in related field preferred. Typing skills of 47 wpm with 97% accuracy. Experiential requirements include three continuous years of secretarial experience and any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills.
To apply contact:
Debbie Mott
Director, Treatment Services
Northeastern Judicial Circuit (Hall & Dawson Counties)
720 Main Street, Suite E
Gainesville, GA 30506
770-536-3837
770-536-1023 (fax)
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Monday, January 25, 2010
Hall County seeking drug counselor
JOB TITLE: Hall County Drug Court Counselor
DEPARTMENT: Administrative Office of the Courts
DIVISION: Court Administration
JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for managing a treatment caseload in the Drug Court Program. This person will provide support and professional guidance for the treatment staff, and gives staff recommendations to the Drug Court Team. The Counselor will provide for alcohol and drug treatment specific training to the Drug Court team and clinical staff. This position maintains a caseload and performs all of the duties and responsibilities of a counselor.
Primary Duties:
- Making ongoing recommendations regarding adjustments to the treatment model
- Assist in the continuing development of Drug Court Program
- Works w/Lead Counselor to set weekly agenda for Clinical Staffing of participants and facilitate this meeting
- Provide oversight for the development of improvements in the assessment and placement process
- Assists in the collection of such data and research as needed to facilitate the most current and effective treatment possible utilizing available resources
- Provides support and professional guidance to the clinical treatment staff
- Responsible for daily clinical operations such as case flow, treatment planning, referrals, placements and participant progress of their caseload
- Assists in curriculum development and implementation
- Provide for alcohol/drug treatment specific training to the Program Teams and Staff
- Encourage and facilitate clinical staff development through workshop attendance and other training opportunities both within the Programs and the outside therapeutic community
- Conduct alcohol/drug assessments for the Courts
- Maintain accreditation/licensure or be actively seeking same
- Other duties as required
Court Administration: Participates in the weekly Drug Court session, providing appropriate information to the Judge and Team during the Court session. Participates in weekly Drug Court Status Review meetings, providing spreadsheet on all participants on his/her caseload with updated information to allow effective Court processing of participants. May be required to conduct alcohol and drug assessments and make placement recommendations.
Office Management: Must be able to type, maintain files relevant to case management, maintain up-to-date participant records and referral lists and be able to utilize computer systems relevant to this process. Establishes and maintains a file plan that aids in efficient retrieval of office files. Researches data from files and other sources for routine inquiries or for the preparation of reports.
Fiscal Administration: Has no direct fiscal responsibilities unless specifically assigned by Coordinator following approval by Director.
Case Management: Responsible for the maintenance of participant records including:
- Orientation
- Assessments
- Progress Notes
- Treatment Planning
- Discharge Planning
- Monitoring of participant compliance to program requirements
- Crisis Intervention and Referral Processes
- Leads therapy groups, conducts individual sessions, observes and tests urine drug screens and other counselor duties as required
Community Relations and Public Information: Is involved in community education process as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Extensive knowledge of therapeutic techniques utilized in treatment of addiction. Ability to administer, score and interpret assessment tools utilized in all programs. Ability to facilitate large or small therapy groups, provide educational lectures, conduct individual therapy sessions with participants and/or family members. Able to provide effective referrals/placements based on sound clinical judgment. Displays understanding of dual diagnosis and its affect on the treatment process for both staff and participants. Able to arrange for workshops to help staff and the problem solving court teams further understand the treatment and recovery processes. Ability to assist in marketing the programs in the community. General knowledge of county organizational structures and basic operations. Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communications. Extensive experience and skill in developing effective working relationships with other departments and the general public. Demonstrated skill in developing and maintaining positive customer relations. Extensive skill in operating a personal computer, various software applications, internet and multimedia programs.
Supervisory Controls: Incumbent must perform duties without extensive supervision.
Guidelines: Written guidelines include relevant department operating procedure manuals, and/or policy memorandum, O.C.G.A., The Uniform Rules for the State Courts, Uniform Rules for the Superior Courts, Uniform Transfer Rules, and the Hall County Civil Service Regulations. In addition, there are a variety of guides developed through the Office of the Court Administrator. Most of the guidelines are specific, but require some interpretation and application to individual situations.
Complexity: The work ranges from low/medium level of tasks to providing complex, extensive and professional work for entire segments of the Administrative Office of the Courts. In addition, the work of this position involves the need for a high degree of time management skills.
Scope and Effect: The purpose of the work is to help facilitate effective treatment to offenders that will lessen recidivism and promote social success. Successful implementation of the work results in the generation of less law enforcement contacts with program participants and less monetary costs to the Judicial System. A successful Clinical Supervisor will enhance the work environment, promoting successful advancement of co-workers and the restoration of family relationships in the community.
Personal Contacts: Contacts are typically with coworkers, staffs of superior court and state court judges, district attorney, solicitor, pretrial services, probation services, treatment providers, county agencies, and the general public.
Purpose of Contacts: Contacts are typically to obtain, clarify, or give facts of information and to provide services.
Physical Demands: Although the physical demands are not stringent, incumbent must be capable of receiving and delivering supplies to the office.
Work Environment: Work is primarily performed in an office setting, though there will be time spent in court and in the community.
Supervisory Responsibility: No direct supervisory responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications: Education requirements include Bachelors Degree in related field, Masters Degree preferred. Typing skills of 47 wpm with 97% accuracy. Experiential requirements include at least five years of substance abuse treatment experience with two years of supervisory experience or any combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and skills.
To apply:
Debbie Mott
Director, Treatment Services
Northeastern Judicial Circuit (Hall & Dawson Counties)
720 Main Street, Suite E
Gainesville, GA 30506
770-536-3837
770-536-1023 (fax)
DEPARTMENT: Administrative Office of the Courts
DIVISION: Court Administration
JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for managing a treatment caseload in the Drug Court Program. This person will provide support and professional guidance for the treatment staff, and gives staff recommendations to the Drug Court Team. The Counselor will provide for alcohol and drug treatment specific training to the Drug Court team and clinical staff. This position maintains a caseload and performs all of the duties and responsibilities of a counselor.
Primary Duties:
- Making ongoing recommendations regarding adjustments to the treatment model
- Assist in the continuing development of Drug Court Program
- Works w/Lead Counselor to set weekly agenda for Clinical Staffing of participants and facilitate this meeting
- Provide oversight for the development of improvements in the assessment and placement process
- Assists in the collection of such data and research as needed to facilitate the most current and effective treatment possible utilizing available resources
- Provides support and professional guidance to the clinical treatment staff
- Responsible for daily clinical operations such as case flow, treatment planning, referrals, placements and participant progress of their caseload
- Assists in curriculum development and implementation
- Provide for alcohol/drug treatment specific training to the Program Teams and Staff
- Encourage and facilitate clinical staff development through workshop attendance and other training opportunities both within the Programs and the outside therapeutic community
- Conduct alcohol/drug assessments for the Courts
- Maintain accreditation/licensure or be actively seeking same
- Other duties as required
Court Administration: Participates in the weekly Drug Court session, providing appropriate information to the Judge and Team during the Court session. Participates in weekly Drug Court Status Review meetings, providing spreadsheet on all participants on his/her caseload with updated information to allow effective Court processing of participants. May be required to conduct alcohol and drug assessments and make placement recommendations.
Office Management: Must be able to type, maintain files relevant to case management, maintain up-to-date participant records and referral lists and be able to utilize computer systems relevant to this process. Establishes and maintains a file plan that aids in efficient retrieval of office files. Researches data from files and other sources for routine inquiries or for the preparation of reports.
Fiscal Administration: Has no direct fiscal responsibilities unless specifically assigned by Coordinator following approval by Director.
Case Management: Responsible for the maintenance of participant records including:
- Orientation
- Assessments
- Progress Notes
- Treatment Planning
- Discharge Planning
- Monitoring of participant compliance to program requirements
- Crisis Intervention and Referral Processes
- Leads therapy groups, conducts individual sessions, observes and tests urine drug screens and other counselor duties as required
Community Relations and Public Information: Is involved in community education process as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Extensive knowledge of therapeutic techniques utilized in treatment of addiction. Ability to administer, score and interpret assessment tools utilized in all programs. Ability to facilitate large or small therapy groups, provide educational lectures, conduct individual therapy sessions with participants and/or family members. Able to provide effective referrals/placements based on sound clinical judgment. Displays understanding of dual diagnosis and its affect on the treatment process for both staff and participants. Able to arrange for workshops to help staff and the problem solving court teams further understand the treatment and recovery processes. Ability to assist in marketing the programs in the community. General knowledge of county organizational structures and basic operations. Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communications. Extensive experience and skill in developing effective working relationships with other departments and the general public. Demonstrated skill in developing and maintaining positive customer relations. Extensive skill in operating a personal computer, various software applications, internet and multimedia programs.
Supervisory Controls: Incumbent must perform duties without extensive supervision.
Guidelines: Written guidelines include relevant department operating procedure manuals, and/or policy memorandum, O.C.G.A., The Uniform Rules for the State Courts, Uniform Rules for the Superior Courts, Uniform Transfer Rules, and the Hall County Civil Service Regulations. In addition, there are a variety of guides developed through the Office of the Court Administrator. Most of the guidelines are specific, but require some interpretation and application to individual situations.
Complexity: The work ranges from low/medium level of tasks to providing complex, extensive and professional work for entire segments of the Administrative Office of the Courts. In addition, the work of this position involves the need for a high degree of time management skills.
Scope and Effect: The purpose of the work is to help facilitate effective treatment to offenders that will lessen recidivism and promote social success. Successful implementation of the work results in the generation of less law enforcement contacts with program participants and less monetary costs to the Judicial System. A successful Clinical Supervisor will enhance the work environment, promoting successful advancement of co-workers and the restoration of family relationships in the community.
Personal Contacts: Contacts are typically with coworkers, staffs of superior court and state court judges, district attorney, solicitor, pretrial services, probation services, treatment providers, county agencies, and the general public.
Purpose of Contacts: Contacts are typically to obtain, clarify, or give facts of information and to provide services.
Physical Demands: Although the physical demands are not stringent, incumbent must be capable of receiving and delivering supplies to the office.
Work Environment: Work is primarily performed in an office setting, though there will be time spent in court and in the community.
Supervisory Responsibility: No direct supervisory responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications: Education requirements include Bachelors Degree in related field, Masters Degree preferred. Typing skills of 47 wpm with 97% accuracy. Experiential requirements include at least five years of substance abuse treatment experience with two years of supervisory experience or any combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and skills.
To apply:
Debbie Mott
Director, Treatment Services
Northeastern Judicial Circuit (Hall & Dawson Counties)
720 Main Street, Suite E
Gainesville, GA 30506
770-536-3837
770-536-1023 (fax)
Hall County -Drug court clinical supv/lead counselor needed
JOB TITLE: Drug Court Clinical Supervisor/Lead Counselor
DEPARTMENT: Administrative Office of the Courts
DIVISION: Court Administration/Drug Court
JOB SUMMARY: This position has responsible for clinical component of the Drug
Court Program and reports directly to the Drug Court Coordinator. This person will provide support and professional guidance for the treatment staff. The Clinical Supervisor will provide alcohol and drug treatment specific training to the Drug Court team and clinical staff. This position also maintains a caseload and performs all of the duties and responsibilities of the Lead
Counselor.
Primary Duties:
- Assists Drug Court Coordinator in making recommendations regarding adjustments to the treatment model
- Assist in the development of new services as the treatment network adds additional populations
- Assist Coordinator in the development of improvements in the assessment and placement process
- Assists in the collection of such data and research as needed to facilitate the most current and effective treatment possible utilizing available resources
- Provides support and professional guidance to the clinical treatment staff
- Conducts regular appraisals of therapeutic skills and effectiveness of all clinical staff
- Provides individual supervision on therapeutic techniques for all clinical staff
- Facilitates trainings on treatment issues
- Oversee implementation of journaling process for participants
- Oversee Residential placement process
- Conduct initial orientation for new participants
- Assists in curriculum development and implementation
- Provides alcohol/drug treatment specific training to the Program Teams and Staff
- Encourage and facilitate clinical staff development through workshop attendance and other training opportunities both within the Programs and the outside therapeutic community
- Provide clinical support for DUI Court/Court Services staff in the absence of the Director and Drug Court Coordinator
- Maintains a caseload that includes all duties of regular counselor
- May be required to conduct alcohol/drug assessments for the Courts
- Maintain accreditation/licensure
- Assists in community outreach process
- Other duties as required
Court Administration: Participates in the weekly Drug Court session, providing appropriate information to the Drug Court Judge and Team during the Court session. Participates in weekly Drug Court Status Review meetings, providing spreadsheet on all participants on his/her caseload with updated information to allow effective Court processing of participants. May be required to conduct alcohol and drug assessments and make placement recommendations.
Clinical Supervisory Responsibilities: Provides group skills training, dual diagnosis recognition and treatment training, treatment plan development training, record-keeping training, individual therapy skills training, curriculum delivery training, cultural diversity trainings and other trainings as needed. Encourages and/or facilitates clinical staff development through workshop attendance and other outside training opportunities as they are available. Conducts regular appraisals of clinical staff therapeutic skills in conjunction with Drug Court Coordinator and Program Director. Provides support and professional guidance, including individual supervision on therapeutic issues, for clinical staff. Encourage staff to seek certification/licensures that will benefit both staff and program. Makes ongoing recommendations regarding adjustments to the treatment model and process. Collects data and research to support improvements in program process. Assist in development of On-Call process. Oversee implementation of journaling process for participants. Oversee initial Residential Placement process for participants referred to residential programs. Conduct initial orientation for new participants. May be required to conduct assessments and make placement recommendations in all programs. Maintains personal accreditation/licensure.
Office Management: Must be able to type, maintain files relevant to case management, maintain up-to-date participant records and referral lists and be able to utilize computer systems relevant to this process. Establishes and maintains a file plan that aids in efficient retrieval of office files. Researches data from files and other sources for routine inquiries or for the preparation of reports.
Fiscal Administration: Has no direct fiscal responsibilities.
Case Management: Responsible for the maintenance of participant records including:
- Orientation
- Assessments
- Progress Notes
- Treatment Planning
- Discharge Planning
- Monitoring of participant compliance to program requirements
- Crisis Intervention and Referral Processes
- Leads therapy groups, conducts individual sessions, observes and tests urine drug screens and other case manager duties as required
Community Relations and Public Information: Is involved in community education process as assigned. Participates in Advisory Team meetings and Steering Committee meetings. Assists Coordinator in outreach and fundraising efforts.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Extensive knowledge of therapeutic techniques utilized in treatment of addiction. Ability to administer, score and interpret assessment tools utilized in all programs. Ability to facilitate large or small therapy groups, provide educational lectures, conduct individual therapy sessions with participants and/or family members. Able to provide effective referrals/placements based on sound clinical judgment. Displays understanding of dual diagnosis and its affect on the treatment process for both staff and participants. Able to conduct workshops to help staff and the problem solving court teams further understand the treatment and recovery processes. Ability to assist in marketing the programs in the community. General knowledge of county organizational structures and basic operations. Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communications. Extensive experience and skill in developing effective working relationships with other departments and the general public. Demonstrated skill in developing and maintaining positive customer relations. Extensive skill in operating a personal computer, various software applications, internet and multimedia programs.
Supervisory Controls: Incumbent must perform duties without extensive supervision.
Guidelines: Written guidelines include relevant department operating procedure manuals, and/or policy memorandum, O.C.G.A., The Uniform Rules for the State Courts, Uniform Rules for the Superior Courts, Uniform Transfer Rules, and the Hall County Civil Service Regulations. In addition, there are a variety of guides developed through the Office of the Court Administrator. Most of the guidelines are specific, but require some interpretation and application to individual situations.
Complexity: The work ranges from low/medium level of tasks to providing complex, extensive and professional work for entire segments of the Administrative Office of the Courts. In addition, the work of this position involves the need for a high degree of time management skills.
Scope and Effect: The purpose of the work is to help facilitate effective treatment to offenders that will lessen recidivism and promote social success. Successful implementation of the work results in the generation of less law enforcement contacts with program participants and less monetary costs to the Judicial System. A successful Clinical Supervisor will enhance the work environment, promoting successful advancement of co-workers and the restoration of family relationships in the community.
Personal Contacts: Contacts are typically with coworkers, staffs of superior court and state court judges, district attorney, solicitor, pretrial services, probation services, treatment providers, county agencies, and the general public
Purpose of Contacts: Contacts are typically to obtain, clarify, or give facts of information and to provide services.
Physical Demands: Although the physical demands are not stringent, incumbent must be capable of receiving and delivering supplies to the office.
Work Environment: Work is primarily performed in an office setting, though there will be time spent in court and in the community.
Supervisory Responsibility: Provides direct clinical supervision to the clinical staff. Provides effective feedback to clinical staff to increase therapy skills and enhance their employment. Other supervisory responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: Education requirements include Bachelors Degree in related field, Masters Degree preferred. Typing skills of 47 wpm with 97% accuracy. Experiential requirements include at least five years of S.A. treatment experience with two years of supervisory experience or any combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and skills. Must be a credentialed Certified Addictions Counselor and/or a Licensed Professional Counselor with current accreditation and/or licensure, or be eligible for accreditation/licensure.
To apply:
Debbie Mott
Director, Treatment Services
Northeastern Judicial Circuit (Hall & Dawson Counties)
720 Main Street, Suite E
Gainesville, GA 30506
770-536-3837
770-536-1023 (fax)
DEPARTMENT: Administrative Office of the Courts
DIVISION: Court Administration/Drug Court
JOB SUMMARY: This position has responsible for clinical component of the Drug
Court Program and reports directly to the Drug Court Coordinator. This person will provide support and professional guidance for the treatment staff. The Clinical Supervisor will provide alcohol and drug treatment specific training to the Drug Court team and clinical staff. This position also maintains a caseload and performs all of the duties and responsibilities of the Lead
Counselor.
Primary Duties:
- Assists Drug Court Coordinator in making recommendations regarding adjustments to the treatment model
- Assist in the development of new services as the treatment network adds additional populations
- Assist Coordinator in the development of improvements in the assessment and placement process
- Assists in the collection of such data and research as needed to facilitate the most current and effective treatment possible utilizing available resources
- Provides support and professional guidance to the clinical treatment staff
- Conducts regular appraisals of therapeutic skills and effectiveness of all clinical staff
- Provides individual supervision on therapeutic techniques for all clinical staff
- Facilitates trainings on treatment issues
- Oversee implementation of journaling process for participants
- Oversee Residential placement process
- Conduct initial orientation for new participants
- Assists in curriculum development and implementation
- Provides alcohol/drug treatment specific training to the Program Teams and Staff
- Encourage and facilitate clinical staff development through workshop attendance and other training opportunities both within the Programs and the outside therapeutic community
- Provide clinical support for DUI Court/Court Services staff in the absence of the Director and Drug Court Coordinator
- Maintains a caseload that includes all duties of regular counselor
- May be required to conduct alcohol/drug assessments for the Courts
- Maintain accreditation/licensure
- Assists in community outreach process
- Other duties as required
Court Administration: Participates in the weekly Drug Court session, providing appropriate information to the Drug Court Judge and Team during the Court session. Participates in weekly Drug Court Status Review meetings, providing spreadsheet on all participants on his/her caseload with updated information to allow effective Court processing of participants. May be required to conduct alcohol and drug assessments and make placement recommendations.
Clinical Supervisory Responsibilities: Provides group skills training, dual diagnosis recognition and treatment training, treatment plan development training, record-keeping training, individual therapy skills training, curriculum delivery training, cultural diversity trainings and other trainings as needed. Encourages and/or facilitates clinical staff development through workshop attendance and other outside training opportunities as they are available. Conducts regular appraisals of clinical staff therapeutic skills in conjunction with Drug Court Coordinator and Program Director. Provides support and professional guidance, including individual supervision on therapeutic issues, for clinical staff. Encourage staff to seek certification/licensures that will benefit both staff and program. Makes ongoing recommendations regarding adjustments to the treatment model and process. Collects data and research to support improvements in program process. Assist in development of On-Call process. Oversee implementation of journaling process for participants. Oversee initial Residential Placement process for participants referred to residential programs. Conduct initial orientation for new participants. May be required to conduct assessments and make placement recommendations in all programs. Maintains personal accreditation/licensure.
Office Management: Must be able to type, maintain files relevant to case management, maintain up-to-date participant records and referral lists and be able to utilize computer systems relevant to this process. Establishes and maintains a file plan that aids in efficient retrieval of office files. Researches data from files and other sources for routine inquiries or for the preparation of reports.
Fiscal Administration: Has no direct fiscal responsibilities.
Case Management: Responsible for the maintenance of participant records including:
- Orientation
- Assessments
- Progress Notes
- Treatment Planning
- Discharge Planning
- Monitoring of participant compliance to program requirements
- Crisis Intervention and Referral Processes
- Leads therapy groups, conducts individual sessions, observes and tests urine drug screens and other case manager duties as required
Community Relations and Public Information: Is involved in community education process as assigned. Participates in Advisory Team meetings and Steering Committee meetings. Assists Coordinator in outreach and fundraising efforts.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Extensive knowledge of therapeutic techniques utilized in treatment of addiction. Ability to administer, score and interpret assessment tools utilized in all programs. Ability to facilitate large or small therapy groups, provide educational lectures, conduct individual therapy sessions with participants and/or family members. Able to provide effective referrals/placements based on sound clinical judgment. Displays understanding of dual diagnosis and its affect on the treatment process for both staff and participants. Able to conduct workshops to help staff and the problem solving court teams further understand the treatment and recovery processes. Ability to assist in marketing the programs in the community. General knowledge of county organizational structures and basic operations. Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communications. Extensive experience and skill in developing effective working relationships with other departments and the general public. Demonstrated skill in developing and maintaining positive customer relations. Extensive skill in operating a personal computer, various software applications, internet and multimedia programs.
Supervisory Controls: Incumbent must perform duties without extensive supervision.
Guidelines: Written guidelines include relevant department operating procedure manuals, and/or policy memorandum, O.C.G.A., The Uniform Rules for the State Courts, Uniform Rules for the Superior Courts, Uniform Transfer Rules, and the Hall County Civil Service Regulations. In addition, there are a variety of guides developed through the Office of the Court Administrator. Most of the guidelines are specific, but require some interpretation and application to individual situations.
Complexity: The work ranges from low/medium level of tasks to providing complex, extensive and professional work for entire segments of the Administrative Office of the Courts. In addition, the work of this position involves the need for a high degree of time management skills.
Scope and Effect: The purpose of the work is to help facilitate effective treatment to offenders that will lessen recidivism and promote social success. Successful implementation of the work results in the generation of less law enforcement contacts with program participants and less monetary costs to the Judicial System. A successful Clinical Supervisor will enhance the work environment, promoting successful advancement of co-workers and the restoration of family relationships in the community.
Personal Contacts: Contacts are typically with coworkers, staffs of superior court and state court judges, district attorney, solicitor, pretrial services, probation services, treatment providers, county agencies, and the general public
Purpose of Contacts: Contacts are typically to obtain, clarify, or give facts of information and to provide services.
Physical Demands: Although the physical demands are not stringent, incumbent must be capable of receiving and delivering supplies to the office.
Work Environment: Work is primarily performed in an office setting, though there will be time spent in court and in the community.
Supervisory Responsibility: Provides direct clinical supervision to the clinical staff. Provides effective feedback to clinical staff to increase therapy skills and enhance their employment. Other supervisory responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: Education requirements include Bachelors Degree in related field, Masters Degree preferred. Typing skills of 47 wpm with 97% accuracy. Experiential requirements include at least five years of S.A. treatment experience with two years of supervisory experience or any combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and skills. Must be a credentialed Certified Addictions Counselor and/or a Licensed Professional Counselor with current accreditation and/or licensure, or be eligible for accreditation/licensure.
To apply:
Debbie Mott
Director, Treatment Services
Northeastern Judicial Circuit (Hall & Dawson Counties)
720 Main Street, Suite E
Gainesville, GA 30506
770-536-3837
770-536-1023 (fax)
Drug court coordinator wanted for Hall County
Our thanks to Jenny M., for sending 4 new job posts this morning. Here is the first:
JOB TITLE: Drug Court Coordinator
DEPARTMENT: Administrative Office of the Courts
DIVISION: Court Administration
JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for day-to-day operations of the Drug Court Program and reports directly to the Assistant Director. This person will provide support and professional guidance for the treatment staff, regular appraisals of their therapeutic skills and effectiveness, and gives staff
recommendations to the Assistant Director and Drug Court team. This position also maintains a caseload and performs all of the duties and responsibilities of a Drug Court Counselor.
Primary Duties:
- Making ongoing recommendations regarding adjustments to the treatment model
- Assist in the development and implementation of On-Call procedures
- Set weekly agenda for Clinical Staffing of participants and facilitate this meeting
- Assist in the development of new services as the treatment network adds additional populations
- Provide oversight for the development of improvements in the assessment and placement process
- Assists in the collection of such data and research as needed to facilitate the most current and effective treatment possible utilizing available resources
- Provides support and professional guidance to the clinical treatment staff
- Conducts regular appraisals of therapeutic skills and effectiveness of all clinical staff
- Provides some individual supervision on therapeutic techniques for all clinical staff
- Gives staffing recommendations to the Program Director and Problem Solving Court Teams
- Primary administrator of daily clinical operations such as case flow, treatment planning, referrals, placements and participant progress
- Assists in curriculum development and implementation
- Provide for alcohol/drug treatment specific training to the Program Teams and Staff
- Encourage and facilitate clinical staff development through workshop attendance and other training opportunities both within the Programs and the outside therapeutic community
- Provide clinical support for DUI Court/Court Services staff in the absence of the Director
- Maintains a caseload that includes all duties of regular counselor
- Facilitate drug screening process for Drug Court, including calling of colors schedule and implementation
- May be required to conduct alcohol/drug assessments for the Courts
- Maintain accreditation/licensure or be actively seeking same
- Other duties as required
Court Administration: Participates in the weekly Drug Court session, providing appropriate information to the Drug Court Judge and Team during the Court session. Participates in weekly Drug Court Status Review meetings, providing spreadsheet on all participants on his/her caseload with updated information to allow effective Court processing of participants. May be required to conduct alcohol and drug assessments and make placement recommendations.
Clinical Supervisory Responsibilities: Provide for group skills training, dual diagnosis recognition and treatment training, treatment plan development training, record-keeping training, individual therapy skills training, and curriculum delivery training. Encourages and/or facilitates clinical staff development through workshop attendance and other outside training opportunities as they are available. Conducts regular appraisals of clinical staff therapeutic skills in conjunction with Clinical Supervisor and Director. Provides support and professional guidance for clinical staff. Encourage staff to seek certification/licensures that will benefit both staff and program. Makes ongoing recommendations regarding adjustments to the treatment model and process. Collects data and research to support improvements in program process. Develop On-Call process. Provide direct oversight to On-Call process implementation and maintenance. Take lead role in drug screening process, including schedule of screening and calling of colors. Sets agenda for weekly clinical staff meeting and facilitates this meeting. May be required to conduct assessments and make placement recommendations in all programs. Maintains personal accreditation/licensure or actively seeks same.
Office Management: Must be able to type, maintain files relevant to case management, maintain up-to-date participant records and referral lists and be able to utilize computer systems relevant to this process. Establishes and maintains a file plan that aids in efficient retrieval of office files. Researches data from files and other sources for routine inquiries or for the preparation of reports.
Fiscal Administration: Has no direct fiscal responsibilities, but is responsible for oversight of participant fee process in conjunction with Assistant Director.
Case Management: Responsible for the maintenance of participant records including:
- Orientation
- Assessments
- Progress Notes
- Treatment Planning
- Discharge Planning
- Monitoring of participant compliance to program requirements
- Crisis Intervention and Referral Processes
- Leads therapy groups, conducts individual sessions, observes and tests urine drug screens and other counselor duties as required
Community Relations and Public Information: Is involved in community education process as assigned. Participates in Advisory Team meetings and Steering Committee meetings. Assists Lead Staff in outreach and fundraising efforts.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Extensive knowledge of therapeutic techniques utilized in treatment of addiction. Ability to administer, score and interpret assessment tools utilized in all programs. Ability to facilitate large or small therapy groups, provide educational lectures, conduct individual therapy sessions with participants and/or family members. Able to provide effective referrals/placements based on sound clinical judgment. Displays understanding of dual diagnosis and its affect on the treatment process for both staff and participants. Able to arrange for workshops to help staff and the problem solving court teams further understand the treatment and recovery processes. Ability to assist in marketing the programs in the community. General knowledge of county organizational structures and basic operations. Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communications. Extensive experience and skill in developing effective working relationships with other departments and the general public. Demonstrated skill in developing and maintaining positive customer relations. Extensive skill in operating a personal computer, various software applications, internet and multimedia programs.
Supervisory Controls: Incumbent must perform duties without extensive supervision.
Guidelines: Written guidelines include relevant department operating procedure manuals, and/or policy memorandum, O.C.G.A., The Uniform Rules for the State Courts, Uniform Rules for the Superior Courts, Uniform Transfer Rules, and the Hall County Civil Service Regulations. In addition, there are a variety of guides developed through the Office of the Court Administrator. Most of the guidelines are specific, but require some interpretation and application to individual situations.
Complexity: The work ranges from low/medium level of tasks to providing complex, extensive and professional work for entire segments of the Administrative Office of the Courts. In addition, the work of this position involves the need for a high degree of time management skills.
Scope and Effect: The purpose of the work is to help facilitate effective treatment to offenders that will lessen recidivism and promote social success. Successful implementation of the work results in the generation of less law enforcement contacts with program participants and less monetary costs to the Judicial System. A successful Clinical Supervisor will enhance the work environment, promoting successful advancement of co-workers and the restoration of family relationships in the community.
Personal Contacts: Contacts are typically with coworkers, staffs of superior court and state court judges, district attorney, solicitor, pretrial services, probation services, treatment providers, county agencies, and the general public
Purpose of Contacts: Contacts are typically to obtain, clarify, or give facts of information and to provide services.
Physical Demands: Although the physical demands are not stringent, incumbent must be capable of receiving and delivering supplies to the office.
Work Environment: Work is primarily performed in an office setting, though there will be time spent in court and in the community.
Supervisory Responsibility: Provides for direct clinical supervision to the clinical staff. Immediate supervisor for the Counseling staff. Provides effective feedback to clinical staff to increase therapy skills and enhance their employment. Other supervisory responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: Education requirements include Bachelors Degree in related field, Masters Degree preferred. Typing skills of 47 wpm with 97% accuracy. Experiential requirements include at least five years of substance abuse treatment experience with two years of supervisory experience or any combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and skills.
For info on how to apply, contact:
Debbie Mott
Director, Treatment Services
Northeastern Judicial Circuit (Hall & Dawson Counties)
720 Main Street, Suite E
Gainesville, GA 30506
770-536-3837
770-536-1023 (fax)
JOB TITLE: Drug Court Coordinator
DEPARTMENT: Administrative Office of the Courts
DIVISION: Court Administration
JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for day-to-day operations of the Drug Court Program and reports directly to the Assistant Director. This person will provide support and professional guidance for the treatment staff, regular appraisals of their therapeutic skills and effectiveness, and gives staff
recommendations to the Assistant Director and Drug Court team. This position also maintains a caseload and performs all of the duties and responsibilities of a Drug Court Counselor.
Primary Duties:
- Making ongoing recommendations regarding adjustments to the treatment model
- Assist in the development and implementation of On-Call procedures
- Set weekly agenda for Clinical Staffing of participants and facilitate this meeting
- Assist in the development of new services as the treatment network adds additional populations
- Provide oversight for the development of improvements in the assessment and placement process
- Assists in the collection of such data and research as needed to facilitate the most current and effective treatment possible utilizing available resources
- Provides support and professional guidance to the clinical treatment staff
- Conducts regular appraisals of therapeutic skills and effectiveness of all clinical staff
- Provides some individual supervision on therapeutic techniques for all clinical staff
- Gives staffing recommendations to the Program Director and Problem Solving Court Teams
- Primary administrator of daily clinical operations such as case flow, treatment planning, referrals, placements and participant progress
- Assists in curriculum development and implementation
- Provide for alcohol/drug treatment specific training to the Program Teams and Staff
- Encourage and facilitate clinical staff development through workshop attendance and other training opportunities both within the Programs and the outside therapeutic community
- Provide clinical support for DUI Court/Court Services staff in the absence of the Director
- Maintains a caseload that includes all duties of regular counselor
- Facilitate drug screening process for Drug Court, including calling of colors schedule and implementation
- May be required to conduct alcohol/drug assessments for the Courts
- Maintain accreditation/licensure or be actively seeking same
- Other duties as required
Court Administration: Participates in the weekly Drug Court session, providing appropriate information to the Drug Court Judge and Team during the Court session. Participates in weekly Drug Court Status Review meetings, providing spreadsheet on all participants on his/her caseload with updated information to allow effective Court processing of participants. May be required to conduct alcohol and drug assessments and make placement recommendations.
Clinical Supervisory Responsibilities: Provide for group skills training, dual diagnosis recognition and treatment training, treatment plan development training, record-keeping training, individual therapy skills training, and curriculum delivery training. Encourages and/or facilitates clinical staff development through workshop attendance and other outside training opportunities as they are available. Conducts regular appraisals of clinical staff therapeutic skills in conjunction with Clinical Supervisor and Director. Provides support and professional guidance for clinical staff. Encourage staff to seek certification/licensures that will benefit both staff and program. Makes ongoing recommendations regarding adjustments to the treatment model and process. Collects data and research to support improvements in program process. Develop On-Call process. Provide direct oversight to On-Call process implementation and maintenance. Take lead role in drug screening process, including schedule of screening and calling of colors. Sets agenda for weekly clinical staff meeting and facilitates this meeting. May be required to conduct assessments and make placement recommendations in all programs. Maintains personal accreditation/licensure or actively seeks same.
Office Management: Must be able to type, maintain files relevant to case management, maintain up-to-date participant records and referral lists and be able to utilize computer systems relevant to this process. Establishes and maintains a file plan that aids in efficient retrieval of office files. Researches data from files and other sources for routine inquiries or for the preparation of reports.
Fiscal Administration: Has no direct fiscal responsibilities, but is responsible for oversight of participant fee process in conjunction with Assistant Director.
Case Management: Responsible for the maintenance of participant records including:
- Orientation
- Assessments
- Progress Notes
- Treatment Planning
- Discharge Planning
- Monitoring of participant compliance to program requirements
- Crisis Intervention and Referral Processes
- Leads therapy groups, conducts individual sessions, observes and tests urine drug screens and other counselor duties as required
Community Relations and Public Information: Is involved in community education process as assigned. Participates in Advisory Team meetings and Steering Committee meetings. Assists Lead Staff in outreach and fundraising efforts.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Extensive knowledge of therapeutic techniques utilized in treatment of addiction. Ability to administer, score and interpret assessment tools utilized in all programs. Ability to facilitate large or small therapy groups, provide educational lectures, conduct individual therapy sessions with participants and/or family members. Able to provide effective referrals/placements based on sound clinical judgment. Displays understanding of dual diagnosis and its affect on the treatment process for both staff and participants. Able to arrange for workshops to help staff and the problem solving court teams further understand the treatment and recovery processes. Ability to assist in marketing the programs in the community. General knowledge of county organizational structures and basic operations. Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communications. Extensive experience and skill in developing effective working relationships with other departments and the general public. Demonstrated skill in developing and maintaining positive customer relations. Extensive skill in operating a personal computer, various software applications, internet and multimedia programs.
Supervisory Controls: Incumbent must perform duties without extensive supervision.
Guidelines: Written guidelines include relevant department operating procedure manuals, and/or policy memorandum, O.C.G.A., The Uniform Rules for the State Courts, Uniform Rules for the Superior Courts, Uniform Transfer Rules, and the Hall County Civil Service Regulations. In addition, there are a variety of guides developed through the Office of the Court Administrator. Most of the guidelines are specific, but require some interpretation and application to individual situations.
Complexity: The work ranges from low/medium level of tasks to providing complex, extensive and professional work for entire segments of the Administrative Office of the Courts. In addition, the work of this position involves the need for a high degree of time management skills.
Scope and Effect: The purpose of the work is to help facilitate effective treatment to offenders that will lessen recidivism and promote social success. Successful implementation of the work results in the generation of less law enforcement contacts with program participants and less monetary costs to the Judicial System. A successful Clinical Supervisor will enhance the work environment, promoting successful advancement of co-workers and the restoration of family relationships in the community.
Personal Contacts: Contacts are typically with coworkers, staffs of superior court and state court judges, district attorney, solicitor, pretrial services, probation services, treatment providers, county agencies, and the general public
Purpose of Contacts: Contacts are typically to obtain, clarify, or give facts of information and to provide services.
Physical Demands: Although the physical demands are not stringent, incumbent must be capable of receiving and delivering supplies to the office.
Work Environment: Work is primarily performed in an office setting, though there will be time spent in court and in the community.
Supervisory Responsibility: Provides for direct clinical supervision to the clinical staff. Immediate supervisor for the Counseling staff. Provides effective feedback to clinical staff to increase therapy skills and enhance their employment. Other supervisory responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: Education requirements include Bachelors Degree in related field, Masters Degree preferred. Typing skills of 47 wpm with 97% accuracy. Experiential requirements include at least five years of substance abuse treatment experience with two years of supervisory experience or any combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and skills.
For info on how to apply, contact:
Debbie Mott
Director, Treatment Services
Northeastern Judicial Circuit (Hall & Dawson Counties)
720 Main Street, Suite E
Gainesville, GA 30506
770-536-3837
770-536-1023 (fax)
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