Pre-Trial Release Case Manager

TITLE: Pre-Trial Release Case Manager

LOCATION: 18th Judicial District CYDC Programs - Centennial, CO

STATUS: Full Time, Non-Exempt, Health and Welfare Benefits

SALARY RANGE: $45,000-$60,000 DOE

WHO WE ARE:

At Trestle, our success is measured by the success of those we serve. We are a values-driven organization, where individual achievement never comes at the expense of others. Our culture celebrates the individual and the power of the community.

Our Values:

• We Care Personally
• We Celebrate the Process and the Impact
• We Create Healthy Relationships and Community

WHAT WE DO:

We are committed to assisting, advocating for and supporting families through the Judicial process by assessing, supervising, and connecting to ongoing services in order to provide an alternative to detention which will ultimately reduce recidivism and long-term involvement in the juvenile justice system. Trestle Programs, Inc. operates programs in 8 of the 23 Judicial Districts throughout Colorado. We’re looking for the right candidate to join our team in the 18th JD in Centennial, CO.

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Provides intensive case management and ongoing assessment of youth determined eligible for the program.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under the direct supervision of the Pre-Trial Supervisor and indirect supervision of the Lead Case Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Case Management

• Conduct intake interviews; describe program expectations to youth and family and check for understanding.

• Prepare youth’s case plan to facilitate compliance with court orders. Arrange for appropriate services to youth and family.

• Supervise youth utilizing bond conditions, participant agreement, and step system.

• Conduct home, school, employment and other community visits per procedures.

• Attend MDT staffings, expulsion hearings, IEP meetings and other meetings as needed.

• Monitor EHM/GPS conditions/scheduling.

• Facilitate random urine analysis tests as appropriate.

Reports

• Document all client contact and other information on client’s compliance with case plan goals according to policy and procedures.
• Prepare status and bond violation reports for court hearings. Additionally, provide case planning recommendations to the court.
• Provide court coverage as required and attend court for youth when necessary.

Case Files/Statistics

• Submit case termination forms and closeout summaries per office procedures.
• Submit data entries to the Data Specialist and complete CJRAs as required.
• Maintain files on every youth per protocol.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a preferred degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology, sociology, or closely related field desired.

• Possess knowledge of juvenile justice system, human services system, CYDC and various juvenile program resources and services within the judicial district.

• 1-3 years experience preferred with service referrals and case management practices.

• Be skilled in writing and speaking.

• Be skilled in time management.

• Be skilled in organization and paying attention to detail.

• Must be skilled in basic computer processes and keyboarding.

• Can interpret and translate facts and information.

• Can interact with others to clarify intent, explain rationale, advise others of appropriate or desired course of action, or secure information.

• Can work with diverse populations and employ culturally sensitive practices.

• Can maintain a professional standard of performance, demeanor, and appearance at all times.

• Can work collaboratively with various human service and law enforcement agencies.

• Knowledge of and experience with the juvenile justice system and at-risk youth preferred.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be able to pass criminal background check- including CBI, FBI, and TRAILS
• Subject to pre-employment, post-accident or incident reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing
• Must have access to a personal vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license and up-to-date vehicle insurance.

Benefits:

• Paid Vacation and Sick Time- accrued monthly, depending on years of service
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Employer Paid Employee-Only Medical, Dental, LTD and Life Insurance and 60% Employer Paid Dependent coverage; Vision offered at employee expense
• 401(k)- up to 6% Employer match
• Sabbatical- 5 weeks paid sabbatical after every 5 years of service

Physical Demands

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Up to fifty percent of the work is performed in the field conducting home and school visits or attending Court and the remaining time is performed in a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.

Trestle Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Trestle has a commitment to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe a diverse workforce is what makes us a better place to work, to serve our clients and customers, and make an inclusive place to work supporting our values and our community. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran, or disability status. In addition to achieving a diverse workforce through hiring, Trestle has a commitment to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in all employment practices including training, promotions, discipline, time off policies, wages, and benefits. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.