Resource Coordinator - Berrien Wellness Court ($53,522 - $71,726)

Duties: Reviews the Daily Booking Report to identify and screen candidates for Berrien Specialty Courts.Conducts state- and court-approved assessments, coordinates mental health evaluations as needed, obtains releases and diagnoses from providers, and refers eligible individuals to Berrien Recovery Court or Berrien Sobriety Court when appropriate.Prepares and presents screening results, LS/CMI scores, and participant files to the team for qualification.Administers drug and alcohol testing for all Berrien Specialty Courts and serves as the primary court contact for current BWC participants.Collaborates with probation officers and treatment providers to implement court orders, including arranging treatment or detention placements, transportation, and access to community resources.Maintains accurate data entry in DCCMIS in compliance with SCAO standards and schedules and attends required review hearings, team meetings, and stakeholder sessions.This description is intended to illustrate the type and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. It may not be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified.Education and Experience:Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in human services, criminal justice, corrections, correctional administration, behavioral health science, social science, psychology, social work, rehabilitation counseling, guidance counseling, or related field; ORBachelor's degree and an accumulated total of three (3) years of paid full-time experience working in the mental health field or in a treatment setting with substance-use disordered clients.Special Requirements:College transcripts must be submitted with application.May be assigned to multiple office locations throughout Berrien County based on program coverage needs and will have regular contact with individuals convicted of criminal offenses.Must possess and maintain a valid vehicle operator's license and access to a reliable vehicle throughout the course of employment.Will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment physical, including drug testing prior to employment.A background check will be performed, and employees will be fingerprinted. Subject to random alcohol and drug testing.Required Knowledge and Skills:Strong computer skills, including proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database applications.Comfortable with public speaking and demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.Foreign language proficiency or experience working with diverse populations is preferred.Note:The BWC Resource Coordinator position is funded through annual grants awarded by SCAO, which run from October 1 through September 30. In the event grant funding is not renewed or is reduced, the position and/or program may be terminated unless alternative funding is secured.To Apply Online, Click Here:To Apply Via Email, Fax, Mail or In Person:If you prefer not to apply online, you may download a Berrien County Job Application and send it to our Personnel Department via email, fax, mail or in person. A Berrien County job application must be submitted in order to be considered for employment.Submit by EmailFax: (269) 983-5788Address: Berrien County Administration Building, Personnel Department, 701 Main St., St. Joseph, MI 49085Miscellaneous Information