Job Code: 35080 Salary Grade: 17 Salary: $52,266 - $84,148 FLSA: Nonexempt

The purpose of this classification is to perform evidence-based individual and group counseling for Accountability Court participants involving assessing, planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluating actions required to meet health and human services needs.

Essential Functions:
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Develops, implements, and monitors comprehensive plan of care for clients based on assessments, client expectations, and availability of services; initiates/coordinates services and maintains contact with service providers; collaborates with client, family, and informal supports to implement plan; reviews and updates care plans; evaluates service provisions; monitors progress; and adheres to federal, state and agency policies regarding service eligibility and monitoring.

Conducts individual counseling sessions and facilitates group counseling sessions utilizing evidence-based curriculum. May work directly with mentally ill and/or developmentally disabled persons involved with the criminal justice system and provide counseling/therapy to participants requiring complex intervention, including those exhibiting homicidal, suicidal, life-threatening behaviors; and facilitates counseling groups and provides assistance to participants outside of normal business hours when needed.

Maintains client case files in departmental database; documents individual counseling sessions, group sessions, and other services provided to notate client progress;; inputs, updates, and changes information as needed develops and maintains updates individualized treatment plans , and audits clinical treatment files.

Coordinates with treatment court staff to ensure cohesion and collaboration between the team; schedules group coverage and assignments; provides treatment recommendations to staff and court representatives; and performs drug screens on participants within program when necessary.

Attends status review meetings and court proceedings involving client cases.

Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable policies, procedures, regulations, codes, and other regulatory standards related to aging services; maintains awareness of available community services and resources; and attends workshops, seminars, and training sessions as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, Criminal Justice, or a related field. Five years experience working within the criminal justice system, addiction counseling, or related field. Experience working within an accountability court model, and experience with delivering evidence-based practices preferred.

Specific License or Certification Required: LMSW, LCSW, LAPC, LPC, CADC II, or CAC II required. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.