Therapeutic Court Case Manager
Franklin County (WA), Pasco, WA, United States
The Therapeutic Courts Case Manager will provide case management/community supervision to adults assigned to the Franklin County Therapeutic Courts Program. This case load includes veterans accepted into the Veteran’s Track of Therapeutic Court. The role requires a highly motivated, team‑oriented professional who coordinates treatment, housing, employment, and pro‑social activities for participants with mental illness and/or substance use disorders. The program’s overall goal is to reduce recidivism by helping participants remain compliant with treatment, achieve stability, and remain accountable.
Responsibilities
Coordinate the Therapeutic Court team, including judges, attorneys, prosecutors, court staff, law enforcement, jail staff, medical and mental health providers, the Veteran’s Mentor, and the Veteran’s Community Center, following established policies and procedures for integrated treatment and criminal justice case management.
Engage in training and best‑practice implementation for therapeutic courts.
Screen potential participants for the program.
Maintain detailed records of participants’ performance and provide timely reports to staff.
Connect court participants to medically necessary treatment services and coordinate clinical care among providers.
Identify community resources and organize efforts to provide a full continuum of needed services, including mental health, addiction treatment, education, vocational services, safe and sober housing, recovery support, healthcare, and family services.
Oversee criminal history data collection, maintain a database, and monitor caseloads, demographics, and outcomes.
Maintain current Washington State Department of Health licensure appropriate for your degree(s) and credentials.
Perform other related duties as assigned and contribute meaningfully to progress meetings.
Report directly to the Therapeutic Court Coordinator and adhere to HIPAA and confidentiality regulations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of management and supervision practices in therapeutic court programs.
Understanding current assessment, counseling, and treatment procedures for mental illness, substance use disorders, and criminogenic behavior.
Awareness of community resources for individuals with mental health and substance abuse disorders.
Knowledge of the criminal justice and mental health systems, including applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Proficiency with standard office equipment and Microsoft Office.
Excellent oral communication skills for explaining policies and procedures to county officials, staff, agencies, and the public.
Ability to conduct risk screenings, assessments, individualized treatment planning, referrals, and behavior management for adults with mental illness and/or substance use disorders.
Organizational skills to prioritize and coordinate work projects and assignments in a multi‑task environment.
Professional demeanor, demonstrating tact, respect, and assertiveness in all interactions.
Work Environment
The job may be performed in offices, meeting rooms, courtrooms, field locations, treatment facilities, and jails. Exposure to hostile or offensive language from participants and the public may occur occasionally. Noise levels vary by task and location, ranging from moderate to high in certain settings.
Special Considerations
May be required to attend meetings or perform duties outside of normal office hours.
May be required to drive a personal vehicle to meetings outside the office.
Physical Demands
Constantly: sit for extended periods, talk, hear, and use hands to handle equipment.
Frequently: stand, walk for extended periods, and drive a motor vehicle.
Occasionally lift or carry items weighing up to 20 pounds.
Visual abilities include peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus for close (1‑20 inches) and distant (20+ feet) vision.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related human services fields.
One year of experience in mental health assessments/evaluations, diagnosis, treatment, case management, treatment planning, and program management.
OR
Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) credential and three years of experience in substance use treatment.
Desired Qualifications
Preference is given to qualified veterans in accordance with RCW 41.04.010 and RCW 73.16.
Bilingual proficiency in Spanish.
Licenses, Certificates, and Other Qualifications
Employment contingent upon a background check and eligibility for county liability insurance, including verification of references, social security, education, licensing, financial history, and criminal history.
Valid driver’s license required if driving for county business.
Must sign an agreement of permanent confidentiality covering all client‑related information.
Other Duties Disclaimer
The statements herein describe the principal functions of this job, level of knowledge and skills typically required, scope of responsibility, work requirements, and working conditions, but are not all‑inclusive. Franklin County reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary, including work in other functional areas, to cover absences or balance peak work periods.
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Responsibilities
Coordinate the Therapeutic Court team, including judges, attorneys, prosecutors, court staff, law enforcement, jail staff, medical and mental health providers, the Veteran’s Mentor, and the Veteran’s Community Center, following established policies and procedures for integrated treatment and criminal justice case management.
Engage in training and best‑practice implementation for therapeutic courts.
Screen potential participants for the program.
Maintain detailed records of participants’ performance and provide timely reports to staff.
Connect court participants to medically necessary treatment services and coordinate clinical care among providers.
Identify community resources and organize efforts to provide a full continuum of needed services, including mental health, addiction treatment, education, vocational services, safe and sober housing, recovery support, healthcare, and family services.
Oversee criminal history data collection, maintain a database, and monitor caseloads, demographics, and outcomes.
Maintain current Washington State Department of Health licensure appropriate for your degree(s) and credentials.
Perform other related duties as assigned and contribute meaningfully to progress meetings.
Report directly to the Therapeutic Court Coordinator and adhere to HIPAA and confidentiality regulations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of management and supervision practices in therapeutic court programs.
Understanding current assessment, counseling, and treatment procedures for mental illness, substance use disorders, and criminogenic behavior.
Awareness of community resources for individuals with mental health and substance abuse disorders.
Knowledge of the criminal justice and mental health systems, including applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Proficiency with standard office equipment and Microsoft Office.
Excellent oral communication skills for explaining policies and procedures to county officials, staff, agencies, and the public.
Ability to conduct risk screenings, assessments, individualized treatment planning, referrals, and behavior management for adults with mental illness and/or substance use disorders.
Organizational skills to prioritize and coordinate work projects and assignments in a multi‑task environment.
Professional demeanor, demonstrating tact, respect, and assertiveness in all interactions.
Work Environment
The job may be performed in offices, meeting rooms, courtrooms, field locations, treatment facilities, and jails. Exposure to hostile or offensive language from participants and the public may occur occasionally. Noise levels vary by task and location, ranging from moderate to high in certain settings.
Special Considerations
May be required to attend meetings or perform duties outside of normal office hours.
May be required to drive a personal vehicle to meetings outside the office.
Physical Demands
Constantly: sit for extended periods, talk, hear, and use hands to handle equipment.
Frequently: stand, walk for extended periods, and drive a motor vehicle.
Occasionally lift or carry items weighing up to 20 pounds.
Visual abilities include peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus for close (1‑20 inches) and distant (20+ feet) vision.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related human services fields.
One year of experience in mental health assessments/evaluations, diagnosis, treatment, case management, treatment planning, and program management.
OR
Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) credential and three years of experience in substance use treatment.
Desired Qualifications
Preference is given to qualified veterans in accordance with RCW 41.04.010 and RCW 73.16.
Bilingual proficiency in Spanish.
Licenses, Certificates, and Other Qualifications
Employment contingent upon a background check and eligibility for county liability insurance, including verification of references, social security, education, licensing, financial history, and criminal history.
Valid driver’s license required if driving for county business.
Must sign an agreement of permanent confidentiality covering all client‑related information.
Other Duties Disclaimer
The statements herein describe the principal functions of this job, level of knowledge and skills typically required, scope of responsibility, work requirements, and working conditions, but are not all‑inclusive. Franklin County reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary, including work in other functional areas, to cover absences or balance peak work periods.
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