Description

The Supervision Engagement Officer (SEO) is responsible for supporting participants as they navigate through the requirements of Dreams Court, DUI Court and Veterans Treatment Court.  This position will monitor devices participants are required to utilize in their respective program, collect and examine drug test results, track and report sanctions and supervise treatment compliance and other court requirements.  Supervision Engagement Officers will seek to maintain consistent communication with individuals assigned to the diversion programs identified above, oversee court requirements, contact participants assigned to their caseload weekly, increase contact as needed and conduct welfare visits as needed.  In addition, the SEO will participate in a minimum of 15 visits per month to monitor the compliance and wellness of participants.  Home visits are to include but not be limited to individuals staying in shelters and living on streets.  SEO will administer reassessments as needed and coordinate with referrals to treatment providers and community resources. This position will engage in clear, consistent and effective communication with the Treatment Court Program Director and appropriate judicial leaders.

Requirements

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Support participants in navigating the requirements and conditions of DREAMS Court, DUI Court and Veterans Treatment Court. Meets participants at plea. Completes interview and intake in courthouse at plea.

Record participant information in approved database and maintain consistent and effective communication of participant progress to Treatment Court Program Director, District Judges, Public Defender’s Office and District Attorney’s Office.

Monitor devices participants are required to utilize in their respective programs.

When necessary, conduct drug testing by taking urine samples from participants and analyzing for drug usage.

Monitor and report all drug testing compliance by lab or SEO’s

Oversee and monitor court ordered sanctions, treatment compliance and other court requirements.

Attempt daily contact with individuals who are deficient in court requirements, document contacts, attempted contacts and communication with participants.

Call, text or physically visit each participant at least once a week and conduct welfare visits as needed.

Conduct an average of 15 home visits per month (home visits include but are not limited to individuals staying in shelters and living on the street).

Conduct reassessments as needed.

Collaborate with court team (treatment providers, program director, coordinators, lawyers, judges and navigators).

Coordinate and communicate with Navigators to locate and connect participants with appropriate community-based resources.

Ensure participant services are administered in accordance with program policies, procedures and guidelines.

Maintain individual participant files and complete necessary paperwork which includes, but is not limited to, upcoming court appearances, sentencing information, drug test results, employment information, participant residential history, written reports, treatment reports, community service, violation reports and other related forms and documents using approved data system.

Audit participant files regularly to ensure proper content, records and forms associated with the program are current and up to date.

Aide participant in processing all legal requirements from other counties. Collaborate with PD’s office to review and process all related legal documents relevant to success of participants.

Testify in court regarding participants when called on and report directly to the assigned judge if requested.

Participate in field visits, including but not limited to, appropriate contact with participants outside the office including the residence, place of employment, or other locations such as treatment facilities, etc.; maintain contact with service providers and treatment facilities to ensure healthy working relationships.

Conduct orientation of newly assigned participants and explain rules and conditions of SEO’s responsibilities, ensure participant signatures are acquired on the waiver and confidentiality form, review court ordered treatment plan with participant, and conduct other responsibilities associated with intakes.

Attend and actively participate in staffing at court dockets.

Actively participate in quarterly meetings.

Actively participate in required trainings.

Work with other staff in a positive, productive and professional manner and communicate within proper lines of the organization chart.

Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Possess a valid driver’s license

Ability to learn and adhere to evidence based best practices

Possess a basic understanding of people in need and/or impacted by the criminal legal system and how to empower such individuals without enabling them.

Possess knowledge and proficiency in relevant computer software programs, and other related County MIS or GPS software.

Possess a history of positive interpersonal relationships.

Ability to relate to participants and the public in a positive manner.

Ability to track, document, and maintain up-to-date and accurate records.

Ability to perform effectively in a changing environment and versatile in dealing with a wide range of individuals, situations and circumstances.

Demonstrate commitment to the TEEM philosophy, concept, and program.

Ability to adhere to TEEM’s policies and procedures.

Education and Work Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree preferred and experience in law enforcement or Social Services related field. Preference will be given to candidates possessing a Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET) certification.  

Work Experience: Two years direct services or experience in a treatment related profession.

Physical Requirements:

The duties of an SEO may require periods of time in outdoor elements of heat, cold and inclement weather. The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with physical limitations or disabilities to perform the essential functions.