The Mental Health Court Case Manager for Ramsey County Mental Health Courts will be responsible for case management of individuals referred to one of Ramsey County’s four treatment courts: Adult Substance Abuse Court, DWI Court, Mental Health Court, and Veterans Court.

Individuals who are referred to Ramsey County’s Mental Health Court Triage process will be placed on conditional release and assigned to JusticePoint for supervision until they are either sentenced into one of the Treatment Courts or determined ineligible for Treatment Court acceptance.

If the individual remains on conditional release pending sentencing in traditional court, they will be reassigned to a Pretrial Supervision Case Manager at JusticePoint and supervised according to the supervision matrix level.

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.

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.

 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 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.

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.