The Pretrial Program Specialist plays an important role in the daily operations of JusticePoint. The Program Specialist will be trained in all program functions. The Program Specialist will gain experience completing assessments inside the Rock County jail, working with clients during Pretrial Supervision, and installing/monitoring electronic monitoring equipment.

You will be the critical link between clients who are economically, racially, and ethnically diverse in navigating the criminal justice system. By monitoring a client’s bond conditions for Court, you will assist in holding them accountable. Working with the client to identify any barriers for appearing in court and how to remain arrest free. By referring clients to resources in the community, you aim to help address any identified individual needs and goals. You will Electronic Monitoring devices, such as Allied GPS and Secure Continuous Alcohol monitoring (SCRAM) devices. Producing timely and accurate EM reports for case managers and the Courts. When assisting in screening, you will be assessing the needs of individuals who are arrested and booked into the Rock County Jail and pending a bail setting decision. While at times conducting more in-depth assessments to identify individuals who may be eligible for treatment and diversion programming in Rock County.

The Mental Health Professional/Substance Use Professional (MHP/SAP) will work with the integrated Dane County Drug Treatment Court (DCTC), Diversion Program (DCDP), and Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) programs. The CCS program helps individuals live their best lives by providing support and services to address their unique needs related to mental health and substance use. The Dane County Drug Treatment Court and the Dane County Diversion Program exist to enhance public safety by reducing recidivism. This is accomplished by coordinating effective treatment and supportive services and ensuring accountability throughout participants’ time in the program. The MHP/SAP oversees the CCS Service Facilitators and CCS’s day-to-day operations. This position also provides treatment recommendations to the court and routine updates on participant progress in person and in writing. Additionally, the MHP/SAP clinically supervises the team to provide tailored services so the participants can grow through their recovery. The MHP/SAP leads the team in learning and increasing clinical skills to assist the participants in overcoming barriers and meeting their life goals.

The Pretrial/Diversion Case Manager is a dynamic position providing case management for individuals involved in Sawyer County’s criminal justice system.  This role provides supervision to individuals released on bond conditions during the pretrial phase, and also provides case management to individuals diverted from traditional case processing.  Case Managers hold clients accountable and help ensure court appearances are made and that the client remain arrest-free during the supervision period. Case managers are responsible for making referrals to services within the community that can assist the client in meeting their individual goals. Clients often experience mental health and/or substance use disorders and require a Case Manager who is both empathetic and compassionate. The Case Manager should have knowledge of the criminal justice system and act as a neutral party between the client, the District Attorney’s Office, and defense attorneys.

The Coordinator for the Dane County Treatment Court and Diversion Programs (DCTP/DCDP) plays a crucial role in ensuring the successful operation of these essential services. The Coordinator is responsible for managing program activities, providing some direct case management, and supporting the Service Director in hiring and overseeing the wrap-around case management team. This includes workload distribution, ensuring efficient program delivery, and maintaining high standards of care. In addition, the Coordinator will provide ongoing training and coaching to staff and assist with policy and procedure reviews to ensure services align with program goals. This role involves facilitating advisory board meetings and organizing up to three community-based events annually for program participants. Working with a population involved in the criminal legal system who may face socioeconomic challenges requires strong problem-solving abilities and an individual who is both compassionate and empathetic.

Pretrial Case Managers are the nexus that serves the needs of defendants who are economically, racially, and ethnically diverse and assist those clients in navigating the criminal justice system. They hold the client accountable and help ensure court appearances and they remain arrest-free during the pretrial period. Clients often experience mental health and/or substance abuse disorders and require a Case Manager who is both empathetic and compassionate. The Case Manager should have knowledge of the criminal justice system and act as a neutral party between the client, the District Attorney’s Office, and defense.

The Case Manager will monitor, supervise, and assist clients have successful pretrial supervision by identifying and addressing barriers to attending court hearings, develop knowledge and collaborative relationships with various community service providers, establish plans to meet and address client’s individual needs, prepare, and submit court reports of the client’s status and progress.  The Case Manager may conduct field visits to the client’s home, employer, other service providers, or community outreach locations as needed.

The role of the Case Manager is to assist defendants who are economically, racially, and ethnically diverse and guide them in navigating the criminal justice system. They hold the client accountable and help ensure their appearance at in court and in remaining arrest-free during the pretrial period. The Case Manager is responsible for making referrals to services that can assist the client in meeting their individual goals. Clients often experience mental health and/or substance abuse disorders and require a Case Manager who is both empathetic and compassionate. The Case Manager should have knowledge of the criminal justice system and act as a neutral party between the client, the District Attorney’s Office, and defense.

Case Managers will complete pretrial risk assessments for defendants booked into the Racine County Jail; provide written reports to the court that include recommendations for release conditions; perform drug and alcohol screening; provide electronic monitoring services; refer to & have knowledge of available community resources; help ensure the defendant attends all court appearances & remains arrest-free; enter and maintain case information in the electronic database.

The Account Manager plays a vital role in fostering and sustaining relationships with stakeholders who utilize JusticePoint’s electronic monitoring technology across various jurisdictions. This role requires an in-depth understanding of the technology coupled with the ability to effectively train and educate end-users on both the equipment and software systems. The Account Manager will be expected to travel extensively throughout Wisconsin with occasional travel outside Wisconsin.  The ideal candidate will excel in clear and cordial communication, possess strong problem-solving skills for addressing technology issues, work independently, and demonstrate flexibility in a dynamic environment.  The selected candidate will also be cross trained to provide assistance and support to our contract, which serves the Wisconsin Department of Corrections.

The role requires travel as needed for tasks such as training, service calls, troubleshooting, site visits, and conference attendance. Availability after hours and on weekends to address customer needs is essential. Staying informed about and demonstrating new technologies to stakeholders while maintaining communication with manufacturers is key. The candidate will ensure quality control in all areas of responsibility, including managing service calls, resolving issues, and maintaining thorough knowledge of all software and equipment on the Electronic Monitoring (EM) platform.   Daily tasks may include equipment and software-related functions such as installation of devices, recalibration, transferring equipment between accounts, troubleshooting, and managing account access credentials.

Electronic Monitoring Installers/Specialists are responsible for installing, retrieving, and basic troubleshooting of various electronic monitoring devices (GPS, Remote Breath, Home Curfew, and Continuous Alcohol Monitoring equipment) within 24 hours of request for service.  Installers will receive the electronic service request, obtain the appropriate equipment, and meet clients at community locations and / or the client’s residence.  This position requires significant driving as you will be traveling to various work sites within your assigned area.  A valid license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance is a must.  A company vehicle is provided for most full-time employees (subject to estimated annual mileage and satisfactory driving record).  Mileage reimbursement is available for those who do not quality for the company vehicle.  This position is ideal for college students, parents with kids in school, retirees, and/or someone looking for experience in the criminal justice field.

This position will be required to pass a background check to become and remain employed under this project and will be required to always have a dependable vehicle and valid insurance while employed by JusticePoint in this position.  This position may require driving.

Pretrial Case Managers are the critical link for clients who are economically, racially, and ethnically diverse who are navigating the criminal justice system. They hold the client accountable, help ensure appearance at court, comply with court ordered conditions, and aid in remaining arrest-free during the pretrial period. The Case Manager will work with the client to identify any barriers for appearing in court.  The Case Manager will also refer clients to resources in the community to help address any identified individual needs and goals.  Clients often experience mental health and/or substance abuse disorders and require a Case Manager who is empathetic and compassionate.  The Case Manager should have some knowledge of the criminal justice system and act as a neutral party between the client, the prosecuting attorney’s office, and defense attorneys.

The Case Manager will provide supervision and assist clients in reaching successful pretrial supervision outcomes through case management that targets individual barriers and needs; complete assessments to help identify barriers and needs; help ensure the client attends all court appearances and remains arrest-free; refer to & have knowledge of available resources; prepare and submit accurate court reports outlining the client’s status and progress; maintain accurate records in the client database; and perform other duties as assigned.

Court Alternatives Case Managers advocate for the use of less costly and more effective alternative dispositions than payment of fines or jail time for individuals convicted of municipal ordinance violations. The Case Manager helps an economically, racially, and ethnically diverse population navigate the criminal justice system. They work closely with justice system programs to assure continuity of care and avoid duplication of services. Case Managers need to be critical thinkers who are open minded, flexible, and organized. The Case Manager should have some knowledge of the criminal justice system and available community resources.

Court Alternatives Case Managers are responsible for managing referrals for defendants in need of community-based treatment planning. Determining need based on assessment of social, clinical, and criminal life situations. Assessing for indigence and ability to pay legal fines. Developing community-based treatment and supervision plans. Referring and collaborating with community providers. Providing ongoing case management, court report writing, and maintaining accurate files in the electronic database.

The Service Director is responsible for the day-to-day management and operation of the Dane County Treatment and Diversion Programs (DCTP/DCDP). The DCTP/DCDP programs enhance public safety by reducing recidivism through coordinating effective treatment and supportive services and ensuring accountability throughout participants’ time in the program. The position also provides leadership and oversight for the integrated CCS program, which helps individuals live their best lives by providing support and services to address their unique needs related to mental health and substance use. This position is responsible for supervising and directing staff in providing court and clinical services, ensuring program activities and services are documented, and fulfilling contractual obligations. The Service Director works both independently and in unison with the administration team in recruiting, hiring, training, and ensuring the program and staff meet established performance outcomes. This program serves a population of participants involved in the criminal justice system and who may face economic obstacles to success; the ability to problem-solve and develop staff are integral characteristics of the ideal candidate for this position.