Social Worker
About the role
The New York State Unified Court System is seeking a Case Manager I (Social Worker) in the Syracuse City Problem Solving Courts. Case Managers I report to the Chief Clerk and Project Director and work in problem solving parts and units. This position will be assigned to Syracuse City Problem-Solving Court-Veteran Treatment part but will be required to cover other problem-solving courts in Onondaga County, as well as other locations in the Fifth District based on the needs of the Unified Court System.
Responsibilities
- Providing case management and monitoring services to defendants with substance abuse disorders which includes interviewing participants to determine need for services.
- Referring participants to substance use disorder treatment, mental health counseling and/or medical services.
- Conducting psycho-social evaluations and preparing corresponding reports.
- Reporting participant compliance on programs and recommend sanctions.
- Making preliminary case recommendations to the court.
- Determining progress and need for services.
- Preparing clients for discharge to the community and conduct court mandated drug testing.
- Some travel may be required for training and other court coverage.
Qualifications
Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of satisfactory full-time experience in social casework with a recognized public or private agency adhering to accepted professional standards; or Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor Trainee (CASAC-T) and two (2) years of satisfactory full-time experience in social casework with a recognized public or private agency adhering to accepted professional standards; or An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Pay
Base Salary: $61,424