Therapeutic Courts Case Manager

Job Description

Position Description

The City of Tacoma Municipal Court is seeking a Therapeutic Courts Case Manager to monitor and facilitate services for participants of the Tacoma Municipal Therapeutic Courts providing direct support to Therapeutic Court participants, monitoring compliance with court conditions, and coordinating care with community social service agencies. This is a grant funded position.

Responsibilities Include:

• Track and guide clients through program referral, entry, participation, dismissal, and graduation

• Conduct risk-needs assessments, review records, and collaborate with other professionals to determine the behavioral health and psychosocial needs of court participants
• Coordinate referrals to treatment providers, education programs, housing, employment services and other community resources
• Develop and implement a case plan for each participant
• Serve as a liaison between community social service agencies and the court. Report to the court on participant treatment progress and actively participate in team staffing and court hearings
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date and complete records of all participants and collateral contacts.
• Prepare necessary documents for weekly staff meetings and court hearings
• Present and facilitate staffing meetings and make professional recommendations to the team
• Participate in relevant training on therapeutic court best practices and other related continuing education opportunities
• Actively participate in outreach efforts and other initiatives to support participants, maintain engagement with community agencies, and provide education on therapeutic courts
• Provide comprehensive crisis assessments, safety planning, and connection to relevant community crisis intervention services
• Assist in teambuilding and training new team members

Qualifications

Minimum Education*
Bachelor's degree in behavioral science, social work or directly related field

Minimum Experience*
Two (2) years professional, paid on-the-job social services experience; OR one (1) year of professional case management experience in a behavioral health or criminal justice setting utilizing DSM-5 diagnostic frameworks and associated treatment resources

*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

City of Tacoma’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We're committed to eliminating racial and other disparities, and we actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.

The City of Tacoma believes that diversity of thought, background, and experience contributes to our success and innovation. If you’re passionate about this role and our mission, we encourage you to apply. If you have a less traditional background, we want to hear about your transferrable skills and experience. We value a variety of perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the table.

The Community

Tacoma is centrally located just 32 miles south of the city of Seattle and 31 miles north of the state capital, Olympia. The City of Tacoma is also home to the Port of Tacoma, which is among the largest container ports in the United States. Like most cities in the northwest, Tacoma is surrounded by beautiful nature, offering residents many opportunities for outdoor adventures.

Largely suburban in nature with a small, but dense, urban core, Tacoma is home to numerous institutes of higher learning that attract students from across the country. The University of Washington Tacoma, Pacific Lutheran University, University of Puget Sound, a satellite campus of the Evergreen State College, three community/technical colleges, and several trade and business schools are within Tacoma's geographic area. Downtown's Cultural District is the site of the Washington State History Museum, Museum of Glass, the Tacoma Art Museum, and America's Car Museum.

With its affordable housing and distinctive neighborhoods and business districts, the city has been recognized numerous times as a best city to live in the nation. To see a few of the great things Tacoma has to offer, view this YouTube Video!

View this exciting video to learn more about the City of Tacoma: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2n5MWl8KFvI

Application Process

Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position. Applications received without attaching the required materials may not progress in the selection process.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration.

Get Assistance

For assistance with the application process or questions regarding this job announcement please contact the Human Resources office at (253) 591-5400 by 5:00 p.m. of the closing date of the job announcement.

For technical difficulties using the Neogov system, call the applicant support line at 1-855-524-5627 between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. This will allow us to assist you before the job announcement closes.

Communication with the City of Tacoma

We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from Tacoma.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk email folders.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Details:

Hourly Rate: $43.95 - $61.87

Annual Salary: $91,416.00 - $128,689.60

Employee Benefits | City of Tacoma

The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.

Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.

Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.

Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.

Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.

Other Employment Information

Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.

Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.

Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.

Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

Closing Date/Time: 10/1/2026 5:00 PM Pacific