Therapeutic Court Coordinator

Therapeutic Court Program Coordinator

The Therapeutic Court Program Coordinator oversees the development, implementation, coordination, and daily operation of District Court I Therapeutic Court programs, including Mental Health Court and Veterans Court. Under general supervision, this position coordinates judges, attorneys, treatment providers, Veterans Affairs, and community partners; manages participant screening, case plans, referrals, treatment services, and compliance; and participates in court proceedings.

The position also develops policies, procedures, forms, and program materials; collects and analyzes data; manages budgets and grants; prepares reports; supports program evaluation and improvement; and researches best practices. The position requires independent judgment, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and stakeholders.

Essential Functions: The individual selected to fill this position will be required to:

• Meet attendance standards necessary for successful job performance
• Dress appropriately for court appearances and interactions with Therapeutic Court's stakeholders and the public
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Exercise discretion and sound judgment in the performance of assigned duties based on law, applicable policies and procedures, and ethical responsibilities
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Meet deadlines
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer, printer, and various software applications
• Employ tact and skill in communication as a means through which to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Contact program participants and prospective participants in a jail setting as required
• Administer provision of supervised urinalysis sample(s) required of program participant(s)
• Perform duties as assigned by the Court Administrator

Education, Training, & Experience: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in Law and Justice, Social Sciences, Psychology or a related field. Two years of experience in a criminal justice or counseling setting with experience in adult probation/corrections. Recent experience working with therapeutic and/or treatment courts is preferred. Requires no history of alcohol or other drug misuse for a period of five years immediately prior to date of employment.