Case Manager (Jail Based Behavioral Services)

Case Manager (Jail Based Behavioral Services)

Salary

$4,372.00 - $4,924.00 Monthly

Location

720 N Main St, Pueblo, CO, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

02875

Department

Detention

Opening Date

06/02/2026

Closing Date

6/15/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

N/A

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POSITION SUMMARY

Identifies participants, schedules and teaches Moral Recognition Therapy Program (life-skill activities designed to prepare detainees for re-entry into community), initiates inmate referrals to facilities, prepares and manages statistical data, initiates and maintains collaboration with community partners.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Identifies participants, schedules and teaches Moral Recognition Therapy Program groups.
• Interviews clients and identifies their treatment goals and objectives.
• Provides clients with referrals and linkages to community resources and services.
• Assists clients with applications for public assistance benefits.
• Provides access advocacy to needed community resources.
• Provides administrative support for assigned program to include preparing, compiling, collating and reporting JBBS program statistics into JBBS database and coordinating the processing of appropriate paperwork.
• Track client progress post-release in accordance with JBBC program guidelines.
• Completes and collates client paperwork, referrals and discharge packets for re-entry into the community.
• Attends staff meetings, in-service and peer reviews and evaluations as directed.
• Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.

WHAT YOU HAVE

Must be 21 years of age and have a high school diploma or GED. A minimum of one (1) year of social work or case management experience is required. A valid driver's license at the time of application and a valid Colorado driver's license at time of hire is required. A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in one of the recognized mental health professions is preferred. Correctional mental health experience is preferred. Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) Level I, II or III is preferred.

The selection process includes, but is not limited to, an interview. Prior to employment, candidates will complete a background investigation, polygraph examination, and physical examination to include a drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process normally will not exceed two months. Candidates not selected may reapply in the future.

Compensation

$4,372.00 - $4,924.00 Monthly

(Although the entire range is posted, the position starts at $4,372.00 per month.)

WHAT PUEBLO COUNTY OFFERS

• Shift differential pay
• Referral/Recruitment incentives
• Trainer pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• Take-home vehicle (Patrol)
• Opportunity to work in many diverse areas
• Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) (full-time employees)
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual
• County Retirement Program
• Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership
• Truly inclusive and diverse environment
• Fitness Center (Historic Pueblo Courthouse Building)
• May be eligible for up to 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave Benefits (full-time employees)

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS SUMMARY

2026 PAID HOLIDAYS

• New Years Day - January 1st
• Day after New Years Day - January 2nd
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - January 19th
• Memorial Day - May 25th
• Employee Appreciation Day - June 3rd
• Juneteenth Day - June 19th
• Independence Day (observed) - July 3rd
• Day before Labor Day - September 4th (Early Release at 12:00pm)
• Labor Day - September 7th
• Francis Xavier Cabrini Day - October 5th
• Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples Day - October 12th
• Veterans Day - November 11th
• Day before Thanksgiving - November 25th (Early Release at 12:00pm)
• • Thanksgiving Day - November 26th
• • Day after Thanksgiving - November 27th
• • Christmas Eve Day - December 24th
• • Christmas Day - December 25th
• Day before New Years Day - December 31st (Early Release at 12:00pm)
• One Personal Day (County employees will have one paid personal day off in 2026. This paid day off is to be chosen by the employee and approved by their Elected Official or Department Director.)
• = Regular Part-Time Employees who are scheduled to work on a 2026 Holiday will receive Holiday Pay for two (2) of the Holidays of their choice (marked with the single asterisk * above) as approved by their Elected Official or Department Director
• When a holiday falls on a Saturday, Friday will be celebrated as the County holiday
• When a holiday falls on a Sunday, Monday will be celebrated as the County holiday
• Early releases are at the discretion of the Elected Official or Department Director and may vary based on the operational needs of their offices/departments.
• All time off work taken by County employees for the days designated as Early Release shall be considered holiday time off for purposes "worked time" in determining Overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
• If an employee is absent the day preceding or following the holiday without prior approval, the employee will not be paid for the holiday
• The following time off types will not contribute to the daily or weekly overtime calculation: Unpaid Days Off, Unpaid Personal Days, and Unpaid Early Release Days.
• Any employee that is required to work by their supervisor on a designated Unpaid Day Off,

a designated Unpaid Personal Day or during a designated Unpaid Early Release period shall be paid for work required and performed during such days and periods.

• No employee may work during an Unpaid Day Off, an Unpaid Personal Day, or during an Unpaid Early Release period without the express authorization of their supervisor. This Resolution contemplates and authorizes supervisors to direct work during Unpaid Days Off, Unpaid Personal Days, or Unpaid Early Release Periods for community safety and County government essential activities such as snow removal, social worker visits for child welfare and other family emergencies, response to emergency calls by facilities and fleet employees, and required court appearances by County employees.
• For weeks in which an Unpaid Day Off or an Unpaid Early Release takes place, County Exempt employees are designated as Non-Exempt employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Those employees so designated will be required to clock in and out of work via email to their Director for all days worked during weeks that include an Unpaid Day Off.
• No employees shall be permitted to work over 40 hours during a week that includes an Unpaid Day Off or an Unpaid Early Release without the express written authorization of their Director or Elected Official.
• The above 2026 Holiday Schedule Resolution was originally approved by the Board of County Commissioners on December 15th, 2025 and then revised on February 12th, 2026 & March 12th, 2026*

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DEPARTMENTS SCHEDULED TO WORK ON HOLIDAYS

Due to operational requirements, some employees will be required to work on holidays. The employee must take the holiday by the end of the month following the holiday at a date approved by their Elected Official or Department Director

SICK LEAVE

Regular full-time employees accrue eight (8) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 960 hours.

VACATION LEAVE

• Upon initial date of hire: earn eight (8) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 144 hours.
• After 5 years: earn twelve (12) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 216 hours.
• Ater 10 years: earn sixteen (16) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 288 hours.

RETIREMENT

All Regular Full-Time employees and Elected Officials are required to participate in the County Retirement Plan upon completion of one (1) month of continuous employment. A pre-tax deduction of 8.25% will be deducted from the employees monthly pay.

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EMPLOYER MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION

Pueblo Countys contribution toward the purchase of your benefit options on a tiered approach and based on which medical plan you elect.

If Benefit Selections:

• Are greater than the employer contribution dollar amount, the difference is deducted from paycheck
• Are equal to the employer contribution dollar amount, there is no effect on pay
• Are less the employer contribution dollar amount, additional pay or cash back is not optional

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MEDICAL INSURANCE - ANTHEM BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD (optional)

Medical, Dental, & Vision Rates are for the 2026 Plan Year (effective January 1st, 2026)

HIGH DEDUCTIBLE HEALTH PLAN

Employee Only Employee + 1 Family

Plan Cost $823.00 $1,543.00 $2,12900

Employer Contribution $852.00 $1,428.00 $1,938.00

Employee Contribution $-29.00 $115.00 $191.00

PPO

Employee Only Employee + 1 Family

Plan Cost $889.00 $1,713.00 $2,351.00

Employer Contribution $860.00 $1,453.00 $1,969.00

Employee Contribution $29.00 $260.00 $382.00

HMO/Ded

Employee Only Employee + 1 Family

Plan Cost $999.00 $1,926.00 $2,661.00

Employer Contribution $876.00 $1,484.00 $2,014.00

Employee Contribution $123.00 $442.00 $647.00

LOW HMO

Employee Only Employee + 1 Family

Plan Cost $1,038.00 $2,002.00 $2,768.00

Employer Contribution $881.00 $1,495.00 $2,030.00

Employee Contribution $157.00 $507.00 $738.00

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DENTAL INSURANCE - AMERITAS (optional)

Employee Only Employee + 1 Family

Plan Cost $27.00 $60.00 $91.00

Employer Contribution $7.00 $17.00 $25.00

Employee Contribution $20.00 $43.00 $66.00

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VISION INSURANCE - ANTHEM BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD (optional)

Employee Only Employee + 1 Family

Plan Cost $6.00 $12.00 $19.00

Employer Contribution $0.00 $0.00 $0.00

Employee Contribution $6.00 $12.00 $19.00

Note: There is no Employer Contribution to Vision Insurance

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LONG TERM DISABILITY - THE STANDARD (required)

Coverage pays 60% of your wages up to $4,800 with a 90-day waiting period.

Your monthly cost = (monthly pay)/100 x 0.410

BASIC LIFE AND AD&D BENEFIT (required)

Employees are required to purchase the basic option for $3.10, however, they may elect to purchase additional coverage.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT (optional)

This benefit allows you to pay for certain expenses (medical and/or dependent care needs) with "pre-tax" dollars. You specify the dollar amount you would like deducted from your monthly paycheck (minimum of $25), then when you incur an eligible expense, you pay it. Then you submit a claim form and original receipt for reimbursement.

Note: According to IRS rules, any funds left in your FSA account(s) at the end of the year cannot be returned to you. They are considered "use or lose" funds.

ADDITIONAL INSURANCES/BENEFITS (optional)

• Optional Life Insurance
• Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance
• Other Self-Funded Retirement Plans
• These are post-tax benefits. *

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For hiring related questions, please contact WPC - Workplace Policy & Compliance; HR Staffing at:

hrstaffing@pueblocounty.us

For benefits related questions, please contact TPS - Talent & People Services; HR Benefits at:

hrbenefits@pueblocounty.us

01

Are you at least 21 years of age?

• YES
• NO

02

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

• YES
• NO

03

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• YES
• NO

04

Do you have a minimum of one (1) year of social work or case management experience?

• YES
• NO

05

Do you have a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in one of the recognized mental health professions?

• YES
• NO

06

Do you have experience in correctional mental health?

• YES
• NO

07

Are you a Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) Level I, II or III?

• YES
• NO

08

Have you ever been convicted of a felony OR are you currently awaiting a disposition for a felony charge?

• YES
• NO

Required Question

Employer Pueblo County

Address 215 W. 10th St

Suite 303

Pueblo, Colorado, 81003

Phone 719-583-4202

Website http://county.pueblo.org/government/county/department/hr/negov