DAS Case Worker - Part Time

Overview

This is a non-exempt, part-time hourly position, not to exceed 1,039 hours in any fiscal year in the Department of Alternative Sentencing located in Carson City, Nevada. Responsible for providing case management services to residents requiring stabilization assistance; provides direct assistance and referrals to a broad array of community resources; interviews applicants to determine financial status, resources, and assessment of barriers preventing self-sufficiency;

provides ongoing intensive case management to individuals participating in long-term programs; handles most difficult and complex cases; assists with direction of staff and activities. Supervise and monitors defendants released from custody to ensure compliance with Own Recognizance (O.R.) pre-trial and bail release conditions by collecting, maintaining, and reporting information in accordance with prescribed procedures.

Recruitment note: This recruitment will remain open until recruitment needs are satisfied. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately, as hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

Please Note: Human Resources determines whether or not you meet the minimum qualifications for the job based on your experience as you describe it on your application. Do not substitute a resume for your application, or write See Attached Resume on your application. We do not review resumes, unless specifically stated on the job announcement. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the Education and Work Experience section of the application.

Applicants not meeting these requirements will not be considered for employment.

This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

• Builds trusting relationships with residents of the community who need stabilization assistance while maintaining strict confidentiality of client records and information.
• Develops and maintains working relationships with clients via group interactions, one-on-one appointments, phone, email and web and social media correspondence, for purposes such as networking, education, job referrals, eligibility, and compliance.
• Assists clients in completing applications; provides factual information regarding various program regulations and procedures; identifies need for other services, and makes referrals to various agencies and community resources available; acts as an advocate between other social service agencies.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
• Works independently or as part of a team in a variety of settings to include homes, workplaces, schools, medical facilities, correctional institutions, and outreach locations.
• Creates and maintains case files and databases; maintains accurate documentation on all encounters, logs and compiles reports on work performed; prepares regular and special reports and submits individual recommendations for consideration by manager.
• Seeks and participates in continuing education opportunities regarding changes in mainstream services, new programs and resources, and changing trends.
• Represents the department with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.
• Installs, removes, downloads and monitors all forms of electronic monitoring equipment.
• Coordinates case management for assigned defendants; supervises and tracks participants to ensure compliance with court orders, court dates, and other related program conditions; evaluates offender’s progress and compliance status.
• Administers alcohol preliminary breath tests and drug urine tests; collects, observes, receives, maintains, organizes, stores, tests and maintains chain of custody on samples.
• Presents files in court and testifies as…