Job Summary
Case Manager is a journey level classification. Work is performed in the areas of sentencing alternatives and pre-trial intervention, and the incumbents deal with inmates and offenders referred by the Courts to the various programs. Programs in which incumbents can expect to be involved include, but are not limited to, Probation, Alternative Detention, Release on Own Recognizance, Supervised Release, DUI Assessment, Deferred Prosecution, Restitution, Work Crews, Jail Programs, Employment and Alternative Community Services.
The duties involved require knowledge of law and justice systems with specific interpersonal skills. Main responsibilities are in the area of pre-sentence investigation; determining eligibility for release on personal recognizance; supervision and counseling of defendants under court order; and casework activities relating to problem assessment, case planning, resource referral and community resource development.
Personal contact is typically high in positions of this class. Daily contacts are made with offenders, office staff, court and law enforcement employees and collateral agencies. Purpose of contacts is to provide, clarify or obtain facts or information directly related to the work being performed. Assessment, training and counseling offenders is a substantial element of work in positions of this class.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; and one year of experience in interviewing, counseling or supervision of offenders or high risk/needs populations; Must be appropriate for background clearance for access to jail and classified information.
For positions performing alcohol assessments, certification as an Alcoholism Counselor in the State of Washington is required; or Classification as a Qualified Alcoholism Counselor per W.A.C. 275-19-030 (24); or
Classification as a Qualified Alcohol Assessment Officer per W.A.C. 275-19-145 (3).
Knowledge of: Interviewing and counseling methods and techniques; criminal justice system and community resources; uses and limitations of testing instruments; applicable regulations, statutes, codes and procedures; statistical analysis and research methods and techniques; and principles of supervision.
Ability to: Respond quickly in situations requiring safety and protection of self and others; assess people and situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action; interpret results of testing instruments; evaluate performance of simple and basic work tasks and make recommendations; respond to and evaluate emotional needs of offenders in a supervised environment; interview effectively and obtain needed information; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, offenders, other agencies and the public.
For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line, please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
With its great natural beauty, Clark County, Washington, always has attracted people and businesses. We welcome those who visit and settle here, providing fresh perspectives, growing diversity and vibrant energy.
Our forward-looking community is framed by the scenic Cascade Range to the east and the majestic Columbia River to the south and west. The area is a picturesque place to work, play, and live.
Named for Captain William Clark of Lewis and Clark Expedition fame, our county is one of the fastest growing regions in Washington state and the Portland, Oregon, metropolitan area. Today, more than 467,000 people call Clark County home.
Clark County government works to enhance the quality of life for all of our diverse community by providing services with integrity, openness and accountability. We are one of the county's largest employers, providing a wide range of rewarding careers for about 1,570 people.