The Screening Specialist is a professional position that assesses the needs of individuals who are arrested and booked into the Rock County Jail and pending a bail setting decision. Using an actuarial risk assessment, the Screening Specialist determines an individual’s risk for pretrial misconduct (defined as risk to miss court or be rearrested while out on bail) and prepares a detailed report used by the criminal justice stakeholders bail decisions. The Screening Specialist may also conduct a more in-depth assessment to identify individuals who may be eligible for treatment and diversion programming in Rock County. Many of the individuals served experience mental health and/or substance use disorders.  As such, this role requires an individual who is both empathetic and compassionate.

 The Vilas County Diversion Program is a voluntary alternative to criminal prosecution for eligible participants. Case managers provide referral screening, assessment, and wrap around case management for individuals involved in the program. This includes conducting risk and needs assessments, writing case plans, and working through behavior modification strategies with cognitive behavioral interventions. This position is critical in assisting clients as they navigate this process.  The Diversion Case Manager will serve primarily Vilas County, with the occasional crossover for coverage in the Oneida County Diversion program and weekly visits to Lac du Flambeau for case management meetings.

The Recovery Court Case Manager fulfills an important role in the Clark County Recovery Court. The Recovery Court Case Manager provides direct services to participants of the Recovery Court Program. This includes assisting participants in navigating the criminal justice system and local treatment providers, holding the participants accountable utilizing behavioral-change tools, and assisting them to reduce their likelihood of recidivism.  This position requires an understanding of the National and Wisconsin Treatment Court Standards, Evidence Based Practices, and substance abuse disorder.

The Programs Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of Sawyer County’s programs which include Post-Charge Diversion, Recovery Court, and Law Enforcement Assisted/Pre-Booking Deflection programs.  The Coordinator should have knowledge of the criminal justice system and the available behavioral health resources in the community. This position provides oversight of best practices in Deflection, Diversion, and Treatment Courts, as well as being well versed in the standards for each program type. This position requires relationship building and maintenance with Sawyer County stakeholders, including, but not limited to, Judges, District Attorney’s Office, defense attorneys, Courts, County Administration, and Lac Courte Oreilles Tribe.  They will also work closely with local law enforcement, Case Managers, Alcohol and Substance Use Counselors, Mental Health Professionals, and Health and Human Services to enhance responses to mental health and substance use related calls for service.

The Jail Screening Specialist is a professional position that assesses the needs of individuals who are arrested and booked into the Milwaukee County Jail and pending a bail setting decision. Using an actuarial risk assessment, the Jail Screening Specialist determines an individual’s risk for pretrial misconduct (defined as risk to miss court or be rearrested while out on bail) and prepares a detailed report used by criminal justice stakeholders to make bail decisions. The Jail Screening Specialist may also be required to conduct a more in-depth assessment to identify individuals who may be eligible for treatment and diversion programming in Milwaukee County. This position will also have shared responsibility in requesting the release of individuals from custody into the Pretrial Supervision program.  The Jail Screening Specialist may also assist with JusticePoint’s Electronic Monitoring (GPS) program outside of business hours.  Many of the individuals served experience mental health and/or substance use disorders.  As such, this role requires an individual who is both empathetic and compassionate.

Duties of the Jail Screening Specialist include completing; face-to-face interviews, pretrial risk assessments, and actuarial risk assessments for defendants booked into the Milwaukee County Jail; conducting accurate criminal history and records checks; Provide written reports for electronic submission to the court that include recommendations for bail and release conditions; entering and maintaining case information in the electronic database; processing and requesting release for individuals in custody to JusticePoint’s Pretrial Supervision program; assisting with location tracking and device maintenance for our Electronic Monitoring (GPS) program outside of business hours; other duties as assigned.

The Treatment Court Case Manager provides case management for individuals who have entered into an agreement with Drug Treatment Court or Impaired Driving Court. Treatment Court is an alternative to incarceration for people with a substance use concern. This position helps people move beyond their involvement in the criminal justice system, rebuild their lives through sobriety, and connect to positive supports in the community. The Treatment Court Case Manager provides a broad range of comprehensive cognitive behavioral intervention services within the guidelines established by the agency and in keeping with Drug Court standards. These services will include screening and assessing client needs, ongoing referrals and linkages, monitoring, and advocacy services.

Case Managers will perform observed urine drug and alcohol screening of clients (collector must be of the same gender as the client providing the sample); will maintain a caseload of at least 25 participants; refer to & have knowledge of available community resources; help ensure the client attends all court appearances and is on track to complete the conditions of their agreement; provide accurate written reports to the court; enter and maintain case information in the electronic database; and other duties as assigned.

$2000 Hiring Bonus! The Jail Screening Specialist will earn a $500 bonus after successfully completing a probationary period and an additional $1500 after completing a year working 3rd shift with JusticePoint!

The 3rd Shift Jail Screening Specialist (9pm-7am) is responsible for conducting interviews and assessments of inmates in the Ramsey County Adult Detention Center. The Jail Screening Specialist provides a detailed and objective report to the Court, Prosecution, and Defense. This includes the defendant’s assessed risk level and recommendations related to release conditions. The Jail Screening Specialist may assist in the process of releasing individuals from custody to pretrial supervision and in providing a more in-depth assessment to identify individuals who may be eligible for a Diversion agreement. Staff will also assist with Release Preparation and will be granted Delegated Release Authority.

NO EXPERIENCE OR DEGREE REQUIRED!

Electronic Monitoring Installers/Specialists are responsible for installing, retrieving, and basic troubleshooting various electronic monitoring devices (GPS, Remote Breath, & Continuous Alcohol Monitoring) within 24 hours of request for service.  Installers will receive notification of the service request, secure the necessary devices/equipment, and meet clients at community locations and client homes. This position requires significant driving as you will be traveling to various work sites within your assigned area so you must have a valid license and auto insurance. Mileage reimbursement is available. This opportunity is ideal for college students, parents with kids in school, retirees, and/or someone looking for experience in the criminal justice field.