Intake Coordinator (41-5709) Anchorage Therapeutic Courts at State of Alaska

Job DescriptionThis PositionThe Therapeutic CourtIntake Coordinator conducts screenings for potential participants documents the rationale for eligibility determinations summarizes and shares screening results with the referring Attorney Therapeutic Court DA and Project Coordinator and forwards approved cases to the Multi-Disciplinary Therapeutic Court Team (MDT) for admission. Using these screening tools the Coordinator develops recommendations for initial case plans performs program orientations and intake interviews and assists individuals with completing Medicaid and other public benefit applications as well as all required intake paperwork and releases of information. The role includes connecting participants with social service agencies for community resources such as public benefits treatment services and other court-ordered supports; tracking referral-to-admission milestones to identify delays and notifying the MDT when benchmarks are exceeded; and ensuring accuracy and completeness of all screening and intake data in accordance with statewide standards. The Coordinator enters screening information using standardized formats prepares correspondence and reports collaborates with justice and social-service professionals on referrals assists with residential treatment and housing applications and placements attends pre-court staffing when needed provides court-ordered testimony participates in MDT meetings and trainings and follows All Rise Adult Drug Court Best Practice Standards while remaining current on related trainings.This position is grant-funded for up to three years or until the end of available grant funding.Employees transferring from another State of Alaska agency may receive consideration for an advance step placement.An ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge skills and abilities. Please detail each of these in the required letter of interest.Experience working with State agencies for example the Alaska Court System the Office of Children Services the Department of Law the Public Defender Agency the Office of Public Advocacy & the Department of Corrections.Extensive knowledge of mental health substance use dual diagnosis and trauma-informed care practices.Experience and the ability to perform effective screening and case management services with challenging individuals and ability to provide those services with empathy.Knowledge of the criminal justice and human services systems.Effective oral written and presentation skills.Ability to gather and analyze data identify key issues and relationships draw conclusions and make appropriate decisions based on the facts of the situation.Ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues community mental health and substance use disorder providers etc.The Work HoursThis position is scheduled to work 37.5 hours per week. The work hours for this position are Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with a one-hour lunch break. Exceptional Benefits for Full-Time EmployeesWe offer a competitive benefits package that includes 12 paid holidays medical dental and optional vision coverage and employer-paid life insurance. Employees are enrolled in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)and the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS) with access to the Alaska Deferred Compensation Plan. Personal leaveis accrued for vacation illness or personal needs.Enjoy peace of mind and long-term security while serving your community.See for additional information. LEGAL RIGHT TO ACCEPT EMPLOYMENTThe States online recruitment system Workplace Alaska requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment. The State of Alaska does not function as an employer sponsor.For more information on the Alaska Court System please visit:For informationabout what state courts do please watch the following short video:VIDEO: The who what when where and how of state courtsThe Alaska Court System is an EEO employer and proudly promotes diversity.Minimum QualificationsA bachelors degree from an accredited college in any field.Substitution:Four years of any combination of post-secondary education from an accredited college and/or paraprofessional experience in probation parole criminal justice social services corrections criminal investigation public safety law enforcement mental health substance abuse treatment rehabilitation case management or similar work experience will substitute for the required degree. This includes service as a Court Case Manager Courtroom Judicial Assistant Chambers Judicial Assistant Court Supervisor Chief Deputy Clerk or Clerk of Court with the Alaska Court System or a similar position with another employer.Additional Required InformationThis applies to your application submission.Documents to be Attached to the Application (REQUIRED):A letter of interest completed per the instructions below.Post-secondary transcripts if using education to meet minimum qualifications.Documents to be Submitted at the Time of Interview (REQUIRED):If you are selected to advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process you must provide the following at the time of the interview (if not already attached to your application):Copies of your most recent (2) performance evaluations if available. A list of three (3) professional references who have had supervisory authority over you along with their daytime contact phone numbers and email addresses.LETTER OF INTERESTPlease attach a professional letter of interest to your application before submitting it online or if unable to attach to your application email it to .Your letter of interest should:1) Be professionally written and include proper format grammar spelling andpunctuation.2) Explain how you meet the minimum qualifications of the position.3) Detail how you meet the knowledge skills and abilities preferred for this position The letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.WORK HISTORYIf using work experience not already documented in your application provide the employers name your job title dates of employment and whether full or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and Minimum Qualifications are clearly met. If they are not the applicant will not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.EDUCATIONIf post-secondary education is required to meet the Minimum Qualifications you must fill in the Education and Training section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree please indicate the number of credit hours earned in the Degree Obtained field. Copies of academic transcripts will be required at time of interview.SELECTION PROCEDUREApplicants will be required to meet the Minimum Qualifications as outlined above. Unfortunately we cannot always interview all applicants. If your application is considered not qualified you will be sent a notice within two weeks after the closing date for this recruitment. If you believe your application was improperly disqualified you may appeal this decision to the Human Resources Director at 820 West 4th Avenue Anchorage AK 99501-2005 within five workdays from the date the notice is mailed to you. Qualified applications will be forwarded to the hiring supervisor.NEPOTISM REVIEWTo avoid a conflict of interest and the appearance of impropriety applicants who have a spouse close relative and/or regular member of their household employed by the Alaska Court System may not be considered for employment without the approval of the Administrative Director.BACKGROUND CHECKA background check will be conducted prior to an employment offer being made. Applicants who have prior convictions that have been set aside under the terms of a suspended imposition of sentence (SIS) may answer no to these questions. If you are not sure if your situation requires disclosure please contact the Human Resources Department at . The Court System reserves the right to confirm all background information. Contact InformationContact Title: Recruitment E-Mail:Mailing Address: 820 West 4th Avenue Anchorage AK 99501Phone Number: Required Experience:IC Key Skills Corporate Risk Management,Electronics,Infection Control,Bakery,ELV,Accident Investigation Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1