RIDGEVIEW, a not-for-profit community mental health center based in Oak Ridge, TN, has an immediate opening for a Full-Time (40 hrs/wk) Criminal Justice Case Manager. 

Ridgeview has been named a 2018 Top Workplace by Knoxville News Sentinel. Ridgeview is a place where staff want to work, a place where staff are valued and appreciated, and a place where staff are proud of the impact they are making toward the improvement of people's lives. At Ridgeview, ultimate job satisfaction is derived from co-workers, clients, and the realization that we are part of carrying out Ridgeview's mission.

HOPE | HEALING | RECOVERY
"Where life's complexities are met with hope"

A Bachelor's degree in the social sciences; two years of professional experience working with in the fields of mental health and substance abuse; or an equivalent combination of education and experience equal to at least five years. Criminal Justice experience preferred. Good organization and time management; safe driving record required.

JOB DUTIES

This position is responsible for delivery of services at all levels of the criminal justice process from pre-arrest to probation. Services include early identification, assessment of mental health status, review of psychiatric and addiction treatment records,  development and implementation of treatment plans that includes: diagnosis, therapeutic interventions, medication consultations, suicidal and violence interventions, diversion, continuity of care while incarcerated, consultation with the courts regarding course of action, discharge planning, outcome monitoring and mental health training and education.  Documentation will made for these services according to jail and agency standards. Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday; must be able to speak and legibly write the English language in an understandable manner; must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress of the position.