Case Manager, Lowell Community Justice Support Center

 JOB SUMMARY: The Case Manager is responsible for the overall implementation, assessment, and administration of quality casework services at the Center. S/he will display and encourage the character traits of honesty, respect, caring and responsibility in the fulfillment of his/her job duties. 

JOB FUNCTIONS: 

Program/Department Responsibility: 

• Ensure that all casework services are consistent with the operating policies of the Office of Community Corrections (OCC) and other regulatory agencies. 
•  Ensure that participant documents such as a copy of all intake materials are placed in participant files including those provided by supervising agencies (e.g., Probation, Parole, and Sheriff’s Department). 
•  Complete intake assessments utilizing assessment tools (e.g. LS/RNR, TCUDS, etc.); assess risks/responsivity needs; and develop treatment plans for each assigned participant. 
• Ensure that treatment plans and goals for transition are completed and reviewed on a monthly basis. Provide feedback to participants. 
• Make necessary referrals to outside agencies or departments as needed. Case manage community based-services. 
•  Complete regular check-ins with participants. 
•  Document participant interaction (i.e., client notes) as needed. 
•  Assign and track completion of Client Behavioral Interventions (CBI’s) as needed. 
•  Create an after care/discharge plan for each assigned participant. 
• Facilitate CBT manualized groups to fidelity. Submit to/conduct group audits. 
• Utilize technology for programming needs (i.e., virtual meetings/groups or hybrid models). 
• Keep participant data and information updated in the system (Client Information Management System or CIMS). 
•  Transport or conduct drug testing on participants upon staffing deficiencies. 
•  Participate in all meetings and trainings as requested by the supervisor(s). 
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed by the supervisor(s). 
• Collection and documentation of urine screens as needed. 

Education/Experience/Physical Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university. 
•  Two (2) years of supervised counseling experience or four (4) years of experience delivering manualized cognitive behavioral treatment. 
•  Must be willing to work with high risk populations including substance abusers, court involved individuals, and trauma survivors. 
• Preferred licensed by professional board of practice in counseling, mental health, social work, or alcohol and drug abuse. 
• Good oral, written, and presentation skills. 
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook and Power Point. 
• A minimum of one evening shift per week is required. 
•  Some traveling required for meetings and trainings. 
• Must have a valid driver’s license in good standing. 
• Must submit and pass drug testing upon hire. 
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• Must be able to sit, stand, bend and walk during the work day.