Pretrial Case Managers are the critical link between clients who are economically, racially, and ethnically diverse in navigating the criminal justice system. They hold the client accountable, help ensure appearance at court, and aid in remaining arrest-free during the pretrial period. Clients often experience mental health and/or substance abuse disorders and require a Case Manager who is empathetic, compassionate, and flexible in where they work in the community. The Case Manager should have knowledge of the criminal justice system and act as a neutral party between the client, the prosecuting attorney’s office, and defense attorneys.

The Case Manager provides supervision and assistance to clients in reaching successful pretrial supervision outcomes through case management that targets individual barriers and needs; helps ensure the client attends all court appearances and remains arrest-free; refers to & has knowledge of available community resources; prepares & submits accurate court reports on the client’s status & progress; provides electronic monitoring services (installing equipment and required field maintenance); and other duties as assigned.

Competencies:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Ability to communicate professionally and accurately, both orally and written
• Organized, attentive to detail, ability to multi-task, work independently
• Ability to work well with individuals from diverse economic, racial, and ethnic backgrounds
• Fluency in Spanish/Somali/Hmong (spoken and written) is preferred
• Previous experience working with criminal justice involved clients preferred

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, or related Human Services field
• Pass a pre-employment background check
• Valid driver’s license and automobile with insurance
• Ascribe to and champion The Difference Principles