Location 2 Woodward Avenue,Suite 720,Detroit, MI, 48226-3437,United StatesBase Pay $56,308.00 / YearJob Category Public Service/SafetyEmployee Type Non-Exempt Full-TimeContact InformationPhone 313-224-7018Email 3CCRECRUIT@3rdcc.orgSummaryUnder general supervision of the Division Supervisor or Designee, the employee interviews parties to gather information for program eligibility; conducts intake screening and assessments; provides case management; attends court hearings and case conferences. Serves as program liaison between the program, jurists, team members, outside agencies, participants and families. Compiles data, maintains and records data, and prepares statistical reports. Employees in this title are expected to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.Essential FunctionsInterview potential program participants and families to gather information to establish program eligibility.Conduct intake and screening, review the program documents with the participant and their parent(s), and administer entrance assessments to determine needs and services for participants.Facilitate drug screening of participants.Schedule appointments for clinic assessments.Prepare documents, reports, and recommendations based on interviews and other sources to assist the Court in making appropriate legal determinations.Communicate with outside agencies, schools, providers, court personnel, etc. to obtain information relevant to participants and the Court.Inform participants and parents of their rights and responsibilities.Assign new cases to probation officer.Attend case conference hearings and Court hearings.Provide in‐court assistance to jurists, referees, and team members to resolve issues, including preparing/providing conference hearing documents, drug screens, assessments and case updates.Develop relationships with ancillary support service providers to help maximize the success of the participant and their families.Ensure all drug screen results are entered in the Drug Court case management system.Record outcomes of conference hearings in the Drug Court case management system.Communicate with supervisor as needed to coordinate work activities, exchange information, or resolve problems.Assist with special projects as needed.Compile, analyze, maintain and report statistical and other case data updates to management and systems following established procedures.Use limited dispute resolution techniques to assist participants and resolve conflicts related to court‐ordered matters.Operate computers, copy machines and other office equipment.Perform other duties as assigned.Qualifications, Licenses and CertificationsBachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Social Science or related field from an accredited college or university.Two (2) years of experience in the juvenile justice and/or family court systems.In compliance with Administrative Order No. 1985‑5 (as amended), all applicants, contractors, and employees within the Family Juvenile Division and Family Assessment Services must provide and maintain compliant credentials. All credentials must be submitted directly to Human Resources.Experience using MS Office Suite and relevant software and systems.If an employee drives on behalf of the Court, the employee must possess and maintain a valid Michigan driver's license, no‑fault insurance and access to a vehicle to use in the performance of assigned duties.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesBroad knowledge of the community and its resources.Ability to learn and apply court rules, practices and procedures.Ability to maintain a professional rapport in a variety of interview situations.Ability to identify and resolve problems and disputes.Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce positive results.Ability to inquire and respond to questions to explain Court procedures to internal and external customers in a courteous and professional manner.Ability to communicate information and ideas effectively so that others can understand.Ability to deal calmly and effectively in high‑stress situations.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, employees, officials and external contacts.Ability to meet and interact with the public and deal courteously and effectively with their questions or problems, seeking assistance when needed.Ability to operate office equipment.Ability to understand and carry out instructions and to request clarification when needed.Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.Skill in managing one's own time, and the ability to meet deadlines.Working knowledge of Court processes and procedures.Proven ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality.Ability to work with a diverse population.Physical RequirementsMust be able to lift 25 lbs.Additional RequirementsSome assignments must be performed in a field environment and/or detention facility.Successful completion of criminal and IV‑D background check, fingerprinting and rechecks.Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.Equal Employment Opportunity PolicyThe Court is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified individuals on the basis of age, gender, race, religion, color, national origin, handicap/disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, height, weight or any other legally protected status. The prohibition against employment discrimination may extend to conduct that employees are subjected to from vendors, contractors, customers, or others who enter the workplace. Unlawful discrimination may include, but is not limited to, employment actions related to recruitment, examination, transfer, appointment, training, promotion, or the administration of employee benefits. The Court is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws that pertain to employment.BenefitsIn addition to wages, retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision benefits, the Court offers generous vacation time and has an extensive holiday schedule that includes paid end‑of‑year shut down. Additionally, employees of the Court may be eligible for forgiveness of their student loans under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. More importantly, if you are service‑oriented and have an interest in work that is closely connected to the community, employees of the Third Judicial Circuit of Michigan are rewarded with the satisfaction of participating in the provision of justice in Michigan's largest, most populous county.#J-18808-Ljbffr