Manhattan District Attorney's Office

Position Title: Case Coordinator (1-5). The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an opening for a Case Coordinator in the Pathways to Public Safety Division.. The Case Coordinator is responsible for screening appropriate defendants, managing a caseload of Felony Alternative to Incarceration (FATI) participants, monitoring participant compliance, recommending appropriate interventions, and reporting outcomes to DANY and the Court.. Master's degree in social work, social sciences or CASAC credentialing.. The New York County District Attorney's Office serves and protects the People of New York through the fair administration of justice, without fear or favor.

case coordinator

Job Description Division/Unit: Pathways to Public Safety Division Position Title: Case Coordinator (1-5) Civil Service Title: Community Associate Salary Range: $55,766 - $67,384 Job Description: The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an opening for a Case Coordinator in the Pathways to Public Safety Division. The goal of the Division is to ensure that eligible defendants are offered programming and services that meet their needs, with the goal of reducing recidivism and promoting public safety. The Case Coordinator is responsible for screening appropriate defendants, managing a caseload of Felony Alternative to Incarceration (FATI) participants, monitoring participant compliance, recommending appropriate interventions, and reporting outcomes to DANY and the Court. Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To: <ul><li>Manage a caseload of defendants participating in program dispositions through the Pathways to Public Safety Division.</li><li>Attend virtual and in-person court appearances.</li><li>Participate in defendant interviews to determine defendants' needs and formulate appropriate service recommendations.</li><li>Attend conferences with all legal parties to discuss proposed treatment plans.</li><li>Act as a liaison between all stakeholders in the FATI court part to ensure participants' progress and compliance with their treatment plans.</li><li>Review reports from service providers regarding participants' progress and ensure reports are accurate and thorough.</li><li>Maintain updated and accurate physical and electronic files of each participant's progress.</li><li>Maintain updated and accurate information on Excel caseload spreadsheet.</li><li>Maintain familiarity with service providers and the treatment landscape in New York City.</li><li>Develop an expertise in relevant evidence-based practices by attending trainings and other professional development opportunities. </li><li>Demonstrate good judgement and offer valuable insight when problem-solving on challenging cases. </li><li>Demonstrate high proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access). </li><li>Work on specialized projects as required. </li></ul> In addition to the Minimum Qualification Requirements, candidates must possess the following: <ul><li>Bachelor's degree from an accredited college; and</li><li>Case work, case management or clinical experience or equivalent with one of the following years of experience:</li><ul><li>Level 1 - One (1) year of case work, case management or clinical experience or equivalent.</li><li>Level 2 - Two (2) years of case work, case management or clinical experience or equivalent. </li><li>Level 3 - Three (3) years of case work, case management or clinical experience or equivalent.</li><li>Level 4 - Four (4) years of case work, case management or clinical experience or equivalent.</li><li>Level 5 - Five (5) years of case work, case management or clinical experience or equivalent. </li></ul></ul>* Master's degree in related field can count towards 2 years of experience.* Preferred Requirements/Skills: <ul><li>Bilingual Spanish-speaking.</li><li>Master's degree in social work, social sciences or CASAC credentialing.</li><li>Excellent organizational and critical thinking skills are essential.</li><li>Ability to work independently with frequent interruptions, manage deadlines, and adapt to changes in workflow.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to follow directions and apply established policies, procedures, and guidelines.</li><li>Ability to learn, update, and edit existing proprietary applications and quickly learn to use various computer systems.</li><li>Ability to interact and communicate (orally and in writing) with all levels of staff, court representatives, law enforcement representatives and program participants.</li><li>Knowledge of the social service landscape in New York City.</li><li>Familiarity with the concepts of Risk-Need-Responsivity, procedural justice, and problem-solving courts.</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to and/or interest in the use of rehabilitative services within the criminal justice system to promote public safety and behavioral change. </li></ul> How To Apply: <ul><li>Apply with a Cover Letter and Resume. </li></ul> Hours/Shift: <ul><li>Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5 pm. </li></ul> Minimum Qualification Requirements: <ul><li>High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; or</li><li>Education and/or experience which is equivalent to \"1\" above. </li></ul> Additional Information: <ul><li>Current office employees: To be eligible for a transfer or promotion, staff must have already served at least 1 year in their current position and be in good standing. In addition, must meet the minimum qualifications of the position.</li><li>Looking for candidates that could commit to two (2) years to the hiring unit.</li><li>Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. </li></ul> Public Svc Loan Forgiveness: <ul><li>As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/. </li></ul> Residency Requirement: <ul><li>City Residency is not required for this position. </li></ul>The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.About Us The New York County District Attorney's Office serves and protects the People of New York through the fair administration of justice, without fear or favor. The Office's professional staff perform a variety of key functions, including supporting the Trial, Investigation, and Appeals Divisions, as well as other prosecution support and office functions. Our support staff receive a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, as well as unparalleled opportunities for professional development. The New York County District Attorney's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and culturally responsive workforce. Given the diverse nature of our community, the ability to work with people of different backgrounds is critical. The Office seeks to have a staff that reflects the diversity of the community that we serve. To that end, all applicants will be considered without regard to actual or perceived race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, age, prior record of arrest; or any other basis prohibited by law. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.About the Team The Professional Staff Recruitment Team at DANY supports the Office's initiatives to have a staff that reflects the diversity of the community that we serve. We seek employees that are interested in a career in the public sector and will support the Office's initiative of Moving Justice Forward. For q uestions or inquiries, please contact Recruitment@dany.nyc.gov.

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