Therapeutic Court Program Coordinator

Therapeutic Court Program Coordinator

Summary

The Therapeutic Court Program Coordinator oversees the development, implementation, coordination, and daily operation of District Court I Therapeutic Court programs, including Mental Health Court and Veterans Court. Under general supervision, this position coordinates judges, attorneys, treatment providers, Veterans Affairs, and community partners; manages participant screening, case plans, referrals, treatment services, and compliance; and participates in court proceedings.

The position also develops policies, procedures, forms, and program materials; collects and analyzes data; manages budgets and grants; prepares reports; supports program evaluation and improvement; and researches best practices. The position requires independent judgment, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and stakeholders.

Typical Duties

Note: The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by the employee in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. The employee may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Oversee day to day operations of the District Court I Therapeutic Court Programs.
• Serve as the liaison among the Therapeutic Court’s Team of Judge(s), Prosecuting Attorneys, Public Defenders, Veterans Affairs, Mental Health and Substance Use treatment providers and other team members.
• Work closely with the Therapeutic Court’s Team to establish and maintain program admission, screening, graduation, incentive, and sanction criteria.
• Coordinate communication and network among the above team members so that all are informed and knowledgeable of the program’s progress and participants conduct.
• Develop and maintain detailed participant action plans, which outline objectives, strategies, and tasks; monitor progress and report regularly to designated agencies.
• Provide active case management services by providing referrals and coordinating/monitoring services program participants to promote successful advancement and eventual graduation from our Therapeutic Court Programs.
• Coordinate the preparation of necessary documentation including court orders for bench warrants, custody releases, furlough requests, commitment orders and release to treatment.
• Develop individualized jail/hospital discharge plans to address psycho-social needs.
• Actively participate in court proceedings on a regular basis.
• Analyze data, case reports, treatment plans criminal history reports to develop conclusions and recommendations of program and participant success.
• Create and write program literature, pamphlets, forms, handbooks, and procedures.
• Prepare procedures manual, forms and other materials as needed for distribution and implementation to participants and organizations.
• Develop and review program budget for reports to County, State, and Federal agencies.
• Respond with the Therapeutic Court’s Judge or other team member to public inquiries concerning the Therapeutic Court Programs.
• Train, inform and support new members of the Therapeutic Court team as assigned.
• Communicate and coordinate with courts to report participant compliance with courts inside and outside of Clallam County regarding legal matters.
• Coordinate evaluation process by developing measurements of program success, collecting, and analyzing data, and preparing documents and reports.
• Adjust and enhance the implemented program based on appropriate feedback. Research and implement current local regional and national trends and best practices pertaining to the Therapeutic Court operations.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with grant proposals and seeks to expanded base of funding for Therapeutic Courts.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

The individual selected to fill this position will be required to:

• Meet attendance standards necessary for successful job performance
• Dress appropriately for court appearances and interactions with Therapeutic Court’s stakeholders and the public
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Exercise discretion and sound judgment in the performance of assigned duties based on law, applicable policies and procedures, and ethical responsibilities
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Meet deadlines
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer, printer, and various software applications
• Employ tact and skill in communication as a means through which to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Contact program participants and prospective participants in a jail setting as required
• Administer provision of supervised urinalysis sample(s) required of program participant(s)
• Perform duties as assigned by the Court Administrator

Education, Training & Experience

Education/Training Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in Law and Justice, Social Sciences, Psychology or a related field.

Experience

• Two years of experience in a criminal justice or counseling setting with experience in adult probation/corrections. Recent experience working with therapeutic and/or treatment courts is preferred.

• Special Requirements

• Requires no history of alcohol or other drug misuse for a period of five years immediately prior to date of employment.

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• At Clallam County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Clallam County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees.

• County Paid

Benefits

Include:

• Medical - Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Dental - Delta Dental of Washington
• Vision - Northwest Benefit Network
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• HRA Veba (select positions)
• Life and disability insurance (select positions)
• Wellness Benefit Program
• Infant at Work Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Transportation Program/Transit Pass
• Training and Career Development Program

Retirement:

• Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security.
• Sheriff's Office Employees are covered under LEOFF2 and PSERS.

Deferred Compensation:

• Deferred Compensation Program 457(b) - Tax Deferred Savings Program
• Deferred Compensation Program 401(a) - Tax Deferred Savings Program

Vacation:

• Generous Vacation and Paid Sick Leave
• 11 Paid Holidays Annually
• New Year’s Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
• Presidents' Day
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veteran's Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• day following Thanksgiving
• Christmas Day
• 4 Personal Days (32 hours floating holiday)
• Employment Vacation Donation Program
• Vacation Leave Accrual (Unless otherwise provided by contract, all regular full-time employees shall accrue vacation leave monthly based upon the following schedule):
• 0-48 months = 8 hours per month
• 49-108 months = 10 hours per month
• 109-168 months = 12 hours per month
• 169-204 months = 14 hours per month
• Over 204 months = 16.67 hours per month

Sick Leave:

• Full-time employees accrue sick leave at the rate of 8 hours per month. Eligibility for use of sick leave is established after one month of continuous employment.

• Part-time employee's benefit contributions and leave accruals are prorated.

• NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Clallam County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy.