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Description of Work
SALARY GRADE: Grade 16
***This position is time-limited, grant funded, full-time.
*** **Funding for this position will end on September 30, 2026.
** The Office of District Court, Judicial District 36, seeks a qualified individual to work closely with judges, VTC Court Manager II, and other members of the team to ensure participants have attainable treatment plans and assist them to be compliant.
Receive referrals from the Courts, Defense Attorneys, and Prosecuting Attorneys; discuss expectations with clients and family members; solicit input from family members, prior treatment vendors, Veterans' Administration, and program officials; compile a written report of findings including recommendations; evaluate the information and make decisions within established policies and standards; provide crisis intervention services; maintain case files, intakes and contact logs as well as the offender's statistical database accurately and in a timely manner; keep current on applicable laws and regulations, as well as clinical developments within a professional area of knowledge; maintain professional levels of communication with internal and external contacts.
Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Interview, screen, and gather demographic information on offenders whose charges qualify for the treatment of court program.
Interview court participants of the Veterans Treatment Court and complete forms.
Briefly explain treatment court programs to interested offenders.
Notify the District Attorney's Office or Defense Attorney's Office of offenders who meet basic eligibility requirements.
Assist participants with life skills such as time management, job hunting, and budgeting.
Research employment and community service opportunities for participants.
Maintain paper and electronic files on participants.
Build and maintain BIO on all veterans.
Update weekly entry of veteran information in Recovery Program.
Attend all closed session meetings and court sessions.
This position reports to the Veterans Treatment Court Manager II, and works at the pleasure of the Chief District Court Judge.
Work hours are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday.
This position may require travel to multiple counties in the 36th Judicial District.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies Knowledge of: substance abuse, addictions, mental illnesses, and casework practices; community treatment providers and services; treatment modalities; social and psychological issues regarding drug use and addictions; and drug and alcohol drug testing methods and notification process.
Skills in: effectively dealing with substance abuse/mental health offender's behavior; documenting behaviors and maintaining accurate records; oral and written communication; and keeping within current standards and practices of the social work profession; and following best practices for treatment courts.
Ability to: solve problems analytically; maintain records, files and reports; coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; maintain cooperative working relationships with court staff and individual outside the judicial branch; develop and foster a spirit of teamwork to improve the quality of work team and committees; and bring people from different agencies together to accomplish the goals of the program.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in a human services field such as psychology, social work, sociology, counseling, or criminal justice and one (1) year of experience in a human services field or the court system; or an associate’s degree in a human services field plus three (3) years of equivalent experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Management prefers candidates with a Bachelor's degree in a human services field such as criminal justice, psychology, or social work; and experience working with veterans, mental health, and substance abuse.
Veterans are encouraged to apply.
This position requires communication with veterans during off hours and must have a valid NC driver's license.
If you have been honorably discharged from military service, please attach copy of your Form DD214.
Attach cover letter and résumé.
Supplemental and Contact Information INSTRUCTIONS: Before applying, please read the Online Employment Application Guide for instructions on creating your profile and applying for specific postings.
It is important your application includes all of your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application to receive proper credit.
Résumés are not accepted in lieu of fully completed applications.
*NOTE* Many job postings require certain documents be attached to an application.
Verify your application is complete and uploaded documents are attached to your application before submitting it.
Applications may not be altered after they have been submitted.
Carefully review the FAQs if you experience difficulty with the application process or attaching documents.
For technical issues with applications or attachments, call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627.
All NC Judicial Branch agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers.
E-Verify (Download PDF reader)Participation (Download PDF reader) E-Verify (Download PDF reader) Participation (Spanish) (Download PDF reader) Right to (Download PDF reader)Work (Download PDF reader) Right (Download PDF reader) to Work (Spanish) (Download PDF reader) Charmaine J.
Leeks NC Administrative Office of the Courts Human Resources Division https://www.
nccourts.
gov/about/about-judicial-branch/careers
*** **Funding for this position will end on September 30, 2026.
** The Office of District Court, Judicial District 36, seeks a qualified individual to work closely with judges, VTC Court Manager II, and other members of the team to ensure participants have attainable treatment plans and assist them to be compliant.
Receive referrals from the Courts, Defense Attorneys, and Prosecuting Attorneys; discuss expectations with clients and family members; solicit input from family members, prior treatment vendors, Veterans' Administration, and program officials; compile a written report of findings including recommendations; evaluate the information and make decisions within established policies and standards; provide crisis intervention services; maintain case files, intakes and contact logs as well as the offender's statistical database accurately and in a timely manner; keep current on applicable laws and regulations, as well as clinical developments within a professional area of knowledge; maintain professional levels of communication with internal and external contacts.
Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Interview, screen, and gather demographic information on offenders whose charges qualify for the treatment of court program.
Interview court participants of the Veterans Treatment Court and complete forms.
Briefly explain treatment court programs to interested offenders.
Notify the District Attorney's Office or Defense Attorney's Office of offenders who meet basic eligibility requirements.
Assist participants with life skills such as time management, job hunting, and budgeting.
Research employment and community service opportunities for participants.
Maintain paper and electronic files on participants.
Build and maintain BIO on all veterans.
Update weekly entry of veteran information in Recovery Program.
Attend all closed session meetings and court sessions.
This position reports to the Veterans Treatment Court Manager II, and works at the pleasure of the Chief District Court Judge.
Work hours are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday.
This position may require travel to multiple counties in the 36th Judicial District.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies Knowledge of: substance abuse, addictions, mental illnesses, and casework practices; community treatment providers and services; treatment modalities; social and psychological issues regarding drug use and addictions; and drug and alcohol drug testing methods and notification process.
Skills in: effectively dealing with substance abuse/mental health offender's behavior; documenting behaviors and maintaining accurate records; oral and written communication; and keeping within current standards and practices of the social work profession; and following best practices for treatment courts.
Ability to: solve problems analytically; maintain records, files and reports; coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; maintain cooperative working relationships with court staff and individual outside the judicial branch; develop and foster a spirit of teamwork to improve the quality of work team and committees; and bring people from different agencies together to accomplish the goals of the program.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in a human services field such as psychology, social work, sociology, counseling, or criminal justice and one (1) year of experience in a human services field or the court system; or an associate’s degree in a human services field plus three (3) years of equivalent experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Management prefers candidates with a Bachelor's degree in a human services field such as criminal justice, psychology, or social work; and experience working with veterans, mental health, and substance abuse.
Veterans are encouraged to apply.
This position requires communication with veterans during off hours and must have a valid NC driver's license.
If you have been honorably discharged from military service, please attach copy of your Form DD214.
Attach cover letter and résumé.
Supplemental and Contact Information INSTRUCTIONS: Before applying, please read the Online Employment Application Guide for instructions on creating your profile and applying for specific postings.
It is important your application includes all of your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application to receive proper credit.
Résumés are not accepted in lieu of fully completed applications.
*NOTE* Many job postings require certain documents be attached to an application.
Verify your application is complete and uploaded documents are attached to your application before submitting it.
Applications may not be altered after they have been submitted.
Carefully review the FAQs if you experience difficulty with the application process or attaching documents.
For technical issues with applications or attachments, call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627.
All NC Judicial Branch agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers.
E-Verify (Download PDF reader)Participation (Download PDF reader) E-Verify (Download PDF reader) Participation (Spanish) (Download PDF reader) Right to (Download PDF reader)Work (Download PDF reader) Right (Download PDF reader) to Work (Spanish) (Download PDF reader) Charmaine J.
Leeks NC Administrative Office of the Courts Human Resources Division https://www.
nccourts.
gov/about/about-judicial-branch/careers
• Phone : (855) 524-5627
• Location : Catawba County, NC
• Post ID: 9131297749
