Deflection Program Coordinator

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Deflection Program Coordinator

Salary

$23.28 - $31.28 Hourly

Location

Newport, OR

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

24-65 (738)

Department

District Attorney's Office

Opening Date

10/29/2024

• Description

• Benefits

Position Summary

The Lincoln County District Attorney's Office is looking for an enthusiastic, passionate, and dynamic individual to add to their team as the Deflection Program Coordinator.

The person in this role will oversee the implementation of the County’s Behavioral Health Deflection (BHD) program in accordance with Oregon House Bill 4002 (2024):

Pursuant to HB 4002 the Behavioral Health Deflection (BHD) Grant Program supports Oregon's federally recognized tribal governments and counties in the development and operation of “deflection programs," defined as a collaborative program between law enforcement agencies and behavioral health entities that assist individuals who may have substance use disorder, another behavioral health disorder or co-occurring disorders, to create community-based pathways to treatment, recovery support services, housing, case management or other services. (source: www.oregon.gov/cjc/bhd)

This position will also be responsible for organizing and working closely with program partners, managing program funds, tracking data, managing referrals to the Deflection program and participant referrals, and assisting with participants’ successful program completion with recommended courses of action.

Jenna Wallace, Lincoln County District Attorney

Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities

Coordination of County’s Deflection Program

• Work and coordinate with partners to assist with participants’ successful outcomes in a team environment.

• Work closely with Deflection program partners as needed for program operation.

• Serve as a link between Criminal Justice Commission, law enforcement, HHS/BHS, and the District Attorney’s Office.

• Assist with program development including ongoing evaluation of the effectiveness of day-to-day operations (so appropriate changes can be implemented, and the quality of services is continuously improving).

• Collaborate with coworkers and community partners.

Processing functions:

• Track and report data required by the Criminal Justice Commission.

• Provide notification of deflection program completion to entities responsible for sealing records.

• Maintain individual records, prepare necessary reports and summaries of engagement of progress according to established standards.

• Manage grant funds.

• Enter and retrieve data from a variety of sources including local, state, and federal organizations such as Oregon Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS), National Crime Information System (NCIC), etc., following procedures, policies, and specific requirements of relevant systems.

• Maintain confidential and accurate records.

Other administrative functions:

• Perform detailed filing and record keeping duties utilizing several systems.

• Operate standard office equipment including data entry equipment, telephones, and word processing software.

• Plan, organize and conduct studies of program effectiveness to evaluate assets, deficiencies, and utilization.

• Utilizes knowledge and understanding of Criminal Justice System in program evaluations.

• Conduct training for partners, community partner agencies, and law enforcement, in specific programs and their utilization.

Lincoln County Courthouse

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Education Level

High School Diploma / GED

Minimum Experience Level

Two- Three years

Specifics: Experience in program coordination, planning, development and evaluation.

Driver’s License

Oregon Driver's License required

Specifics: Must obtain within 30 days of hire.

Substitution Note: Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Lincoln County.

LINCOLN COUNTY

Lincoln County sits in the Central Oregon Coast, boasting miles of stunning beaches. Travelers from all over the world have made Lincoln County a must-see location. From the Kite Festival in Lincoln City, our vibrant arts community, and unmatched natural beauty, this is truly an amazing place to call home.

Lincoln County is one of the 36 counties in the U.S. state of Oregon. As of the 2020 census, its population was 50,395. The county seat is Newport where our courthouse and District Attorney's office are located.

Job Conditions and Physical Demands

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

Lincoln County is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and essential functions expected of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Lincoln County offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision which is paid at 90% by the County and 10% by the employee. Other fully paid benefits include life, AD&D, long-term disability insurance. Other optional insurances are available. A 401K retirement plan is also provided. The County's current contribution rate is 11%.

Regular and Trial Service employees working between 20 - 39 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible for pro-rated employee benefits.

Agency

Lincoln County

Address

210 SW Second St. Newport, Oregon, 97365

Phone

541-265-4157 541-265-0375

Website

http://www.co.lincoln.or.us