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THERAPEUTIC COURTS CASEWORKER
SUPERIOR COURT
Posting # 22-01
MASON COUNTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
OPEN: January 3, 2022 CLOSE: January 10, 2022
MONTHLY SALARY: $3,478-$4,232
Job Summary
This position will be responsible for providing direct outreach, home visitations, case management, and advocacy services to participants of the Mason County Therapeutic Courts who have substance use disorders and/or mental health disorders.
Examples of Duties Full position description is available at the Human Resources Office. Contact information below.
(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class.)
Perform case management activities in a highly confidential and professional manner. Manage a caseload of 15 – 20 participants. Assist participants in setting goals based on their individual needs, and in identifying steps to achieve their goals; monitor progress. Identify high-quality community providers and agencies whose services are relevant to client needs. Provide outreach services to engage and connect participants with the community agencies that will help meet their needs and goals. Collect and enter data online. Provide housing support/case management services. Participate and/or supply weekly reports to the therapeutic court team to evaluate participant’s progress. Participate in training.
Education and Experience
Work effectively and efficiently with little supervision, with the ability to manage time effectively and prioritize and problem solve in crisis situations. Teamwork is essential. Experience on issues/projects working with substance abuse and/or mental illness or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Strong communication skills. Ability to conduct interviews covering extremely sensitive and confidential issues. Strong organizational and time management skills. Experience working with individuals with substance and/or mental illness.
Licenses, Certificates and Other Requirements
A valid driver’s license is required for this position.
Application & Selection Process
Applicants are required to submit a Mason County Application. The completed application may include additional pages of employment history using the application format, and a resume may be attached. The completed application will be used as the primary document to determine if minimum qualifications are met for this recruitment. Misrepresentation, incomplete, or inaccurate entries may be the cause of application rejection, removal from the employment list, or discharge from county service. Applicants will be screened based upon education and experience, and the top candidates will be scheduled for interviews. Selection factors will include demonstrated knowledge and abilities for the particular position. Only those candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted. Please read the reverse side for additional information. This selection process may be subject to change.
Return Applications to: Mason County Human Resources
Mailing Address – 411 North 5th Street, Shelton, WA 98584
Physical Address – 423 North 5th Street, Shelton, WA 98584
[email protected] Phone-(360) 427-9670 X 290 Fax-(360) 427-8439
Equal Opportunity – Affirmative Action Employer Drug Free Work Environment
This information does not constitute an expressed or implied contract or offer of employment. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.
Application Instructions – Carefully read the posting and note the minimum qualifications and the selection process. Please indicate all relevant education and experience on the application. A County application is always required and is utilized as the primary document to determine if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications. Resumes can be included as a supplement but cannot be used in lieu of completing the application. Applications must be entirely completed, and “see resume” will not be acceptable. Applicants applying for more than one position must complete a separate application for each position. Applications must be signed and dated, and returned to the Human Resources Department on or before the closing date. Completed applications should be submitted or mailed to: Mason County Human Resources, 411 North Fifth Street, Shelton, WA 98584, [email protected] Mailed applications must be postmarked no later than the closing date. Additional materials will not be accepted after the closing date (with exception to mailed applications/material with postmark by the closing date). Applicants should keep a copy of their completed application and any supplemental pages because they will not be returned nor copied after receipt.
Applicant Qualifications – All candidates must meet minimum requirements. Often, the most competitive applicants will possess qualifications far exceeding the required minimum. If a large number of applications are received, only the most qualified applicants will be involved in the selection process.
Authorization to Work – Successful candidates must present documentation proving authorization to work in the United States (as required by federal law).
Work Environment – Mason County maintains a drug-free work environment and prohibits smoking in all County buildings.
“At-will” Positions – Some positions are considered “at-will” or at the pleasure of the employer. Therefore, the County does not need to establish “just cause” or “cause” to terminate the employment relationship. Selection to at-will position does not create or constitute an employment contract or agreement.
Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity – Mason County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, veteran’s status, disability, or any other bias prohibited by federal, state or local law.
Accommodation – Applicants with a disability requiring accommodation during the selection process should notify the Human Resources Department at (360) 427-9670 Ext. 290.
Health Insurance – Regular full-time employees and their qualifying dependents are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage. Some regular part-time employees may receive the same coverage. Employees may partially contribute premiums depending upon the type of coverage selected.
Paid Leave – Sick leave, holidays, and vacation are provided in accordance with the County policy or union contracts. Vacation accrual rates increase at regular intervals based on length of service with the County.
Retirement Plan – All regular Mason County employees are enrolled in the Washington State Public Employee’s Retirement System (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF). The County and employees contribute jointly to the plans.
