Clinical Program Manager- SMART (GRANT FUNDED)
Sheriff's DepartmentMinimum Qualifications
Possession of a master’s or higher degree, from an accredited college or university, in Human Services, Psychology, Social Work or a closely related field.
Possession of, or working towards, an active state licensure in social work or counseling (Licensed Clinical Social Worker and/or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor).
Two (2) or more years of full time, professional work experience in a correctional or closely related setting, working directly with the justice-involved population.
Intermediate proficiency in the Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to work within the Cook County Department of Corrections, including the ability to work directly with the detainee population.
Ability to walk long distances or stand for extended periods of time throughout the course of the assigned shift.
Preferred Qualifications
Possession of bilingual language skills.
Possession of a Substance Abuse Counselor Certification.
The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee’s normal line of work.
**Article EE, Civilian Recruitment and Selection Process, of the Sheriff’s Employment Action Manual (SEAM), applies to this employment process and can be found at the following link\: https\://www.cookcountysheriff.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/SEAM-Article-EE-Civilian-Recruitment-and-Selection-Process-10-17-19.pdf
Please note that there are no remote job opportunities, all positions are located onsite.
The Cook County Sheriff’s Office prohibits all unlawful discrimination in its hiring and promotional process.
All Cook County Sheriff’s Office employees must apply on the internal employment page to be considered; the application may be accessed via the SheriffNet site.
*Note\: All Internal Applicants are subject to Cook County Promotional salary rules if selected.
I Certify that no Political Reasons or Factors were considered in any decision I made or action I took related to this Employment Action. Further, I do not know of or have any reason to believe that anyone else considered or took action based on Political Reasons or Factors with respect to this Employment Action.
EEO Statement
At the Cook County Sheriff’s Office, we value and embrace you. It’s our belief that diversity and inclusion is an essential component to our success as an organization. Accordingly, we are committed to provide a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. The Cook County Sheriff’s Office policy applies throughout the employment relationship—including recruitment, hiring, training, advancement, separation, and day-to-day practices. The Cook County Sheriff’s Office employment decisions will not be based on race, color and ancestry, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, family or parental status, disability, medical history, genetic information, or any basis prohibited by applicable law. Employment decisions will be based on an applicant’s merit and qualifications, the position requirements, and our business needs.
Benefits
• Health Insurance Program – Health insurance coverage includes medical, dental and vision care and is available for an employee and his/her eligible dependents
• Holidays – Thirteen (13) Holidays are granted in each Fiscal Year
• Sick Leave – Granted sick leave is earned and accrued at the rate of one (1) day for each month of service and may be accumulated up to one hundred and seventy-five (175) working days
• Vacation Leave – Granted Vacation leave is earned and accrued, with employees having the opportunity to accrue fifteen (15) days within the Fiscal Year; Vacation leave accruals increase based on an employee’s anniversary date of employment
• Life Insurance – Basic term life insurance, equal to one (1) time the employee’s annual salary, is offered to every employee at no cost and the employee may elect to purchase supplemental coverage
• Pension Plan – Employees contribute into the Cook County Pension Fund and earn a prescribed percentage for each year of service; employees may be eligible for an annual annuity after ten (10) years of service and upon reaching a certain age based on when the employee started employment
• Deferred Compensation Program – Employees may elect to enroll in a deferred compensation plan, a tax deferred plan which may be used as a supplemental retirement option.
Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace
It is the policy of the Cook County Sheriff’s Office to provide a drug- and alcohol-free workplace for all members.
It is imperative that all Sheriff’s Office members are capable of devoting constant and uninterrupted attention to the performance of all assigned duties without risk to safety and security for themselves, other members, or the public. To ensure the goals of this policy are met, all Sheriff’s Office members shall be subject to drug and alcohol testing, whether mandatory, random, or based on reasonable suspicion.
We welcome you—the whole you. Your background, your culture, your ethnicity, your unique experiences, your way of looking at the world. We truly believe that your individuality helps us create a diverse, inclusive, and inspired workplace in which every ethnicity, nationality, religion, elder status, family structure and gender identity is embraced and valued. We also welcome your passion for making the lives of children, your co-workers, and our organization better. Because as different as we are, that’s the common theme that will always keep us moving forward together. *Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.* This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen and/or medical examination. Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification and ineligible for appointment to, or employment in, a position in the County service for a period of five years. For current Cook County Sheriff’s employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and ineligible for appointment to or employment in a position in the County service for a period of five years. See Cook County Code of Ordinances, Article II, Sections 44-54 Unlawful Practices Relating to Employees and Employment - Penalty, 44-56 Political Discrimination; Cook County Employment Plan, Section V.N. Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification; Supplemental Policy No. 2014-2.13 Ineligible for Rehire List; and Cook County Personnel Rules 3.3(b) (7) (8) (18).
THE COOK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER NOTE
As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules. “The Cook County Sheriff’s Office hiring process is governed by the Sheriff’s Employment Action Manual (SEAM) which prohibits employment actions from being influenced by any Political Reasons or Factors for Non-Exempt Positions. The advertisement of this position by any individual does not constitute an offer or promise of employment, promotion, or any other employment action and shall not influence the Cook County Sheriff’s Office hiring decision. Cook County Sheriff’s officials and employees who become aware of or receive a complaint that involves an allegation of Political Reasons or Factors being considered in the hiring process of Non-Exempt positions are obligated to refer the complaint to the Cook County Compliance Officer. If the Cook County Compliance Officer sustains allegations of Political Reasons or Factors being considered, the Cook County Sheriff’s Office will disqualify the Applicant or Candidate from consideration for employment and disciplinary action will be imposed on any involved Cook County employees, if applicable.”
Cook County
Sheriff
Job Code\: 6676
Job Title\: Clinical Program Manager – SMART
Salary Grade\: 18
Department\: Department of Corrections Programs
Bargaining Unit\: Not Applicable
Position Details\: Civilian (non-sworn) / non-merit ranked / internal & external candidates
FLSA Status\: Non-Exempt
Probation Period\: 12 months
Grant Funded
Characteristics of the Position
General Overview
Reporting within the Cook County Department of Corrections (CCDOC) Programs Department, the Clinical Program Manager is responsible for all day-to-day operational and programmatic components of the court-ordered custodial treatment program for men at CCDOC which seeks to identify risk factors and other contributing factors supporting one's substance abuse and develop positive, pro-social behaviors which will support participants in their recovery to remain drug and crime free upon return to the community.
The Clinical Program Manager oversees the onsite implementation of new programming opportunities as well as plays a key role in maintaining relationships with community partners related to the treatment program. In collaboration with supervisor, the Clinical Program Manager will assist with all program data collection, tracking and program evaluation.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Oversee the implementation of new onsite programming opportunities for the treatment population, and in collaboration with supervisor, play a key role in maintaining relationships with community partners related to the treatment program.
Maintain centralized system for documenting individual client progress and track project metrics over time to assist with quarterly program evaluation and provide consistent feedback to supervisor about means to continually improve program outcomes.
Communicate regularly with CCDOC sworn leadership, particularly in the Records Department and Classification, to make sure that court-ordered men are moved into the program and appropriate notification is provided to the judiciary for those who are not eligible for program enrollment.
Work to ensure services that address the bio-psychosocial factors that have contributed to each participant's addiction and incarceration and equip the individuals with the tools necessary for successful community re-entry.
Participate in multidisciplinary client-focused team meetings with courtroom staff.
Audit program alerts in jail management system in order to make sure that the program dashboard is consistently up to date.
Collaborate with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance officer as it relates to court-ordered program enrollment of individuals with additional needs to make sure necessary accommodations are made.
Collaborate with medical/mental health provider staff (Cermak Health Systems) with regards to program clients in the Residential Treatment Unit (RTU) as well as make referrals for those clients who may be candidates for Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT).
Liaison between outside organizations/agencies staff and CCDOC sworn leadership to facilitate onsite programming for men, including (but not limited to) coordinating IDs, access letters, scheduling, and program participant lists.
Propose, plan, and implement new initiatives in order to strengthen services provided to the population at CCDOC.
Provide consistent feedback to supervisor on ways of continually improving and streamlining program processes, operations, and outcomes.
Assist in the implementation of a broad-based strategy to increase the provision of an access to programs at CCDOC which takes into account the demands of the population onsite, the effectiveness of existing programming at CCDOC, and the need for transitional linkages to community resources.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Possess an understanding of substance abuse and mental health issues and an expansive knowledge of Cook County community resources and networks available to the justice-involved population.
Possess a working knowledge of the justice system, the justice-involved population, and the Cook County Department of Corrections.
Ability to establish and maintain appropriate rapport and boundaries with participants, work with integrity and treat others with respect.
Ability to collaborate effectively with social work, medical and mental health professionals that provide in-custody treatment services.
Possess excellent listening skills, with the ability to communicate effectively, speaking in an understandable way that conveys tact and courtesy with a diverse population.
Skill in maintaining highly detailed, efficient, and accurate documentation and record keeping.
Possess strong writing skills, including the ability to translate reports, attendance sheets and progress notes into succinct, clear sentences.
Possess a passion for working closely with the justice-involved population, a strong sense of compassion and patience and an interest in serving an underserved population.
Knowledge of computer hardware and software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, as appropriate and required.
Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment; ability to multi-task and remain organized.
Ability to walk long distances or stand for extended periods of time throughout the course of the assigned shift.