DeSoto County Case Management Court Counselor

Job Location

DeSoto County Probation Office

Position Type

Full-time

Position Available

Immediately (open until filled)

Salary

This position pays $21.17/hour and will be a contractual employee of Centerstone, supervised by the Court. 

Job

Case Management Court is a specialized treatment court that combines legal proceedings, addiction treatment and rehabilitation into one program. Client participation is voluntary in this judicially supervised treatment approach, developed jointly by court staff and mental health professionals. This 40-hour per week, Monday-Friday position requires experience in addictions and counseling and a minimum Master’s Degree in a human services field.  The position is based in Arcadia, Florida. The successful candidate is professional and organized, and must possess a valid driver’s license, pass background screening and reference checks. The employee will work closely with the Case Manager under direction of the Treatment Court Judge.  This position will be a contractual employee of Centerstone, supervised by the Court.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Skills, knowledge and abilities needed:

  • able to facilitate individual and group sessions;
  • able to counsel individuals who are addicted to drugs and alcohol, and help them identify behaviors and problems related to their addiction;
  • able to maintain accurate documentation; and
  • able to develop treatment plans, psychosocial assessment and reports to the court.

Qualifications

Master's degree and experience in addictions treatment and counseling. A valid driver’s license and the ability to pass background screening and reference checks is required. 

Apply

To apply, all candidates must complete the Centerstone application, link to apply coming soon.

The successful applicant will be subject to a Criminal Background Check. The Florida State Courts System is a criminal justice agency.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, national origin, or disability. If you need an accommodation in order to participate in the application/selection process, please call (941) 861-7811.

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Reasons to work with the Twelfth Judicial Circuit

Benefits

As a state or county-funded court employee, you will become eligible for healthcare, retirement savings through a self-directed investment plan or a dedicated pension plan, paid time off plus 12 paid holidays each year.

Career Advancement

Court employees become eligible for tuition programs and career advancement programs to grow or enhance leadership skills.

Our Culture

Court employees can expect a safe and diverse work environment with managers that want to help you succeed.

Accommodations

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability. If you need an accommodation in order to participate in the application/selection process, please call (941) 861‑7811 or the Florida Relay Service, 711 or 1 (800) 955‑8771


Contact Information

Human Resources Manager


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