Wellness Court Case Manager

ENROLLED ONEIDA TRIBAL MEMBERS ONLY

Salary is Negotiable

After successful completion of the probationary period, employee will receive off probation wage increase.

Summary:

This position will facilitate opportunities for participants to succeed in their journey to sobriety and wellness. This position’s responsibilities include all aspects of case management for Wellness Court participants. Works with participants to improve the effectiveness of the Wellness Court by offering support for positive outcomes. This position is contingent upon funding allocations.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of the Wellness Court.
• Serve as the liaison for the Wellness Court Team including taking a lead role at staff meetings, disseminating program information from all treatment providers, probation officers, prosecutors, defense attorneys, law enforcement officers, and the judge.
• Prepare weekly court rosters and agendas for staffing and meet with each participant as required by their phase requirements and aftercare.
• Track referral eligibility and report to the Wellness Court Team.
• Track participant progress, data collection, data dissemination, and maintain all spreadsheets accurately and timely.
• Obtain necessary information from treatment providers and coordinating agencies for the maintenance of accurate, up-to-date records.
• Network with other agencies to provide maximum access and use of available programs to better serve the population and assist in conducting outreach services.
• Monitor program goals and objectives to ensure compliance with the mission statement and continue to review goals and objectives with the team to identify and implement revisions.
• Conduct program orientation with all participants.
• Report all non-compliance issues to respective Wellness Court Team.
• Print sanction histories in preparation of termination proceedings; attend all termination hearings and update treatment court team.
• Must work respectfully with all participants of the Wellness Court.
• Oversee the graduation process regarding client eligibility, scheduling and attending exit interviews.
• Coordinate observed UA tests on program participants as ordered by the Wellness Court. UA collections may be performed on weekends.
• Maintain confidentiality of records, secure appropriate releases from participants as necessary to provide and coordinate case management and program services.
• Complete routine office tasks such as maintaining and updating case files.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as needed.
• Prepare truthful, accurate and timely written reports concerning participants in the Wellness Court.
• Comply with grant reporting requirements and timely submission of reports.
• Collect and perform analysis of data needed to evaluate the success of the program.
• Provide necessary information to treatment providers and coordinating agencies regarding assessment results and referrals.
• Review resources, including transportation, available to program participants and assist participants seeking new resources consistent with their individual treatment plan.
• Arrange for interpretive services as needed.
• Take actions consistent with each individual treatment plan and court orders.
• In conjunction with the Court Administrator, monitor the Wellness Court budget.
• Maintain strict department security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the Wellness Court.
• Above duties and responsibilities are not all inclusive but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.
  

Skills:

Education Requirement - Or A Closely Related Field:

Credentials:

Working conditions:

Experience:

Essential:

One (1) year working in a treatment setting or with a treatment court for AODA clients, in a position that required daily contact, monitoring/coordination with clients

Nonessential:

• Two years experience with a treatment court.
• Three (3) years working in a treatment setting with AODA clients that include daily contact, monitoring/coordination with clients.

Other information:

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT - The Oneida Nation does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in employment or the provision of services. However, individuals of Indian ancestry and Veterans will be given preference by law in employment.

Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.

Must maintain strict security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.

Must adhere to all Oneida Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures, Oneida Nation Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.

Must pass a background check to meet Employment Eligibility Requirements. If applicable, must pass a background check to meet Oneida Nation/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance, and may be required to obtain a temporary license and/or Gaming license as a condition of employment.

Must be willing and able to obtain additional related education and training.

Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and adhere to the Nation Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy.

A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.

Must provide a copy of diploma/degree, license, or certification upon employment.

ITEMS TO BE SUBMITTED:

1. Employees are required to have proof of seasonal influenza vaccination; medical or religious exemption may be requested upon hire.

2. Background information disclosure (BID) form.