The Correctional Services Stabilization Specialist works with the, court system, jail and community partners to perform re-entry and diversion activities. An employee in this class assesses/screens individuals involved with the legal system for mental illness, developmental disability, substance use disorder and/or co-occurring disorders. A Correctional Services Stabilization Specialist prepares and advocates for coordinated care at intake and in preparation for re-entry into the community. A Correctional Services Stabilization Specialist may also prepare and advocate for a reasonable diversion plan for a represented individual and presents this to the judge, attorney or other involved party and performs other duties as assigned.
Required Minimum Entrance Qualifications
1. Possess a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with a major in social work, psychology, criminal justice or related human service field; AND 2. Lived experiences with mental illness/developmental disabilities/substance use disorders valued. 3. Individuals in Recovery and individuals with experience in Armed Services valued. 4. Bilingual candidates highly desired. 5. Must possess a valid drivers license. 6. Must have reliable transportation that may have to be used to carry out job duties of this classification.
Physical Conditions / Work Location
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES An employee in this class performs generally sedentary work activity requiring the occasional lifting of objects weighing thirty-five (35) pounds or less. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS A Correctional Services Stabilization Specialist works within the offices and program locations of HealthWest and other county locations, with travel required throughout the County.
Additional Information
EVALUATION CONTENT Applicants for County employment may be subject to a post-offer criminal background check, depending on the nature and assignment of the position. When such check is conducted, an offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the criminal background check. Appointees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period before the appointment will be considered permanent.
APPLICANT REVIEW PROCEDURE Any applicant is entitled to a review of any determination or action taken by the County regarding the applicants employment application. Inquiries should be directed to the County Human Resources Department.
PURPOSE The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list from which to fill present and future vacancies in this classification in the County system. For each opening, the Department Head has her/his choice of the candidates who meet the required minimum entrance qualifications. This list remains in effect for three months unless exhausted or extended.
MUSKEGON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
MUSKEGON COUNTY HAS ADOPTED A VETERANS PREFERENCE POLICY THAT
RECOGNIZES QUALIFYING MILITARY SERVICE
Non-bargaining employees will become eligible for County benefits the first of the month following one (1) full month of continuous employment. Medical InsuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA) Plan Single Plan: $1,400 Deductible, $675 Employer Contribution. 2 or more people: $2,800 Deductible, $1,350 Employer Contribution Employer Contributions are prorated based on start date of benefits No Employee Premium Contributions Per Pay Prescription Drugs: $10/$40/$80 (After deductible) High Deductible Plan (HD)* This plan is only optional if the employee is not eligible for the HSA Single Plan: $500 Deductible 2 or more people: $1,000 Deductible No Employee Premium Contributions Per Pay Prescription Drugs: $10/$40/$80 Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employmentDental Insurance15% employee premium contribution Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employmentVision Insurance15% employee premium contribution Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employmentRetirementDefined Contribution (DC) Pension through MERS of Michigan with 3% employer and 4.5% employee contribution. There is a 6 year graduated vesting for the employer contribution.Retiree InsuranceHealthcare Savings Account (HCSP) through MERS of Michigan, employer 3% contribution. Vesting requirement of 6 years.Life Insurance and AD & DEqual to employee annual salary to next highest $1,000. Max $200,000 Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employmentLong Term DisabilityNo cost to the employee, employer paid at 66 2/3% of salary after 6 month waiting period Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employmentSick Leave10 days per year, accumulated .385 days. per pay period Accrual begins on first day of employment and is available to use on the 90th day of employment.Annual Leave13 days, accumulated .500 days per pay period. Increasing to maximum of 24 days with 20 years of eligible County service, see Personnel Rules for accumulation chart. Accrual begins on first day of employment and is available to use upon completion of six months of continuous eligible County service.Sick/Annual Leave Cash PayoutEmployee may elect up to 40 hours of accumulated vacation and/or sick time to be paid as cash. Future accruals only.Personal Days2 days per fiscal year, unused days will be forfeited Available upon completion of six months of continuous eligible County serviceHolidays12 days COLA/LongevityAll employees are eligible for COLA based on the CPI and must be in pay status as of 12/1. Payment of $250 after 5 years of continuous service as of 12/1. Each subsequent year of service will add $50 to the payment. Maximum payment amount is $1,250Voluntary Benefits (100% employee paid)Aflac, 457 Investment options, Section 125 (available for Health and Childcare reimbursement), Voluntary Life Insurance Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employmentPublic Student Loan ForgivenessCounty employees may be eligible for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) & Temporary Expanded PSLF (TEPSLF). Eligibility is determined by the U.S. Department of Education.Wellness ProgramMuskegon County offers a holistic wellness program which focuses on the five areas of wellness: physical, financial, social/emotional, community and career wellbeing.