Blue Ridge Court Services-Recovery Court Coordinator (Maury River)

Summary

Recovery Court Coordinator Position (Maury River)Blue Ridge Court Services, a public non-profit agency providing alternative sentencing options for the courts, is seeking a recovery court coordinator in the Lexington office. This position will assist in the day-to-day management of the Maury River Recovery Court which will serve Rockbridge, Lexington and Buena Vista courts. The Maury River Recovery Court is a specialized court docket which employs a problem-solving approach to court processes in lieu of more traditional court procedures for certain defendants with substance use disorders. This position will coordinate all support and treatment issues including eligibility, evaluation, treatment and supervision; monitor budget and grant; serve as liaison between referring courts and treatment court as well as with the VA Supreme Court.The successful candidate should have a working knowledge of local probation services, the concepts of evidenced based practices in corrections and experience in working with defendants and offenders who have substance use disorders.Minimum requirements include a bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, social work or criminal justice. Strong computer skills as well as excellent written and verbal communications skills are required.This is a full time position with a competitive salary and full benefits.The City of Staunton is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is fully committed to the principles and practices of equal employment.

Job Description

Recovery Court Coordinator Position (Maury River)Blue Ridge Court Services, a public non-profit agency providing alternative sentencing options for the courts, is seeking a recovery court coordinator in the Lexington office. This position will assist in the day-to-day management of the Maury River Recovery Court which will serve Rockbridge, Lexington and Buena Vista courts. The Maury River Recovery Court is a specialized court docket which employs a problem-solving approach to court processes in lieu of more traditional court procedures for certain defendants with substance use disorders. This position will coordinate all support and treatment issues including eligibility, evaluation, treatment and supervision; monitor budget and grant; serve as liaison between referring courts and treatment court as well as with the VA Supreme Court.The successful candidate should have a working knowledge of local probation services, the concepts of evidenced based practices in corrections and experience in working with defendants and offenders who have substance use disorders.Minimum requirements include a bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, social work or criminal justice. Strong computer skills as well as excellent written and verbal communications skills are required.This is a full time position with a competitive salary and full benefits.The City of Staunton is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is fully committed to the principles and practices of equal employment.