Find & Apply For Probation Officer / Correctional Treatment Specialist Jobs in Vandalia, Illinois

Job Title:

Drug Court Coordinator Department:

Fayette County Probation Adult Redeploy Illinois Grant

RESPONSIBLE TO

Chief Managing Officer Job Duties:

Coordinates Drug Court activities, which may include:

• maintaining existing grant requirements;
• data collection; and
• monthly, quarterly and annual reports;
• organizing pro-social events In addition, the coordinator would attend the weekly Team staffing, coordinate services and treatment; ensure the team maintains integrity of the program as well as compliance with the Illinois Compiled Statutes, and the Problem Solving Court Standards.

The coordinator will also be responsible for coordinating extracurricular activities, maintaining incentives for clients, organizing and coordinating training for the Team, including evidence based treatment options, and developing community resources, promoting the program through community engagement, while maintaining confidentiality of all participants as well as other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A bachelor's degree is preferred, preferably in criminal justice, social work or education. High School Diploma will be accepted as long as applicant has prior experience.

GENERAL EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS

In addition to the educational requirements, successful applicant will have demonstrated ability in the following:

• Oral/Written Communication Skills;
• Planning and Organizing;
• Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily; and
• Comply with the Code of Professional Conduct for the Fourth Judicial Circuit.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of issues related to criminal justice, community substance use and mental health, case management and community resources;
• Ability to utilize a computer and software, such as Microsoft Office, to include but not limited to Outlook, Word, Excel, Zoom, Internet Explorer, etc.;
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing;
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions;
• Detail-oriented and goal-oriented;
• Ability to maintain complex records;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with co-workers, the judiciary, court administration, and other agencies; and

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Maintain professional behavior;
• Provides services with a commitment to service excellence;
• Works in a way that exhibits a commitment to personal excellence;
• Team oriented and values diversity;
• Collaborative relationships;
• Conflict resolution;
• Creative and strategic thinking;
• Decision making/problem solving;
• Empowers others;
• Flexible thinking;
• Organizational and time management; and
• Teamwork.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

Applicants will be subject to a criminal history background check and drug test before an offer of employment is made.

STARTING DATE

To Be Determined

STARTING SALARY

$23/hour- part time 28 hours a week

APPLICATION DEADLINE

July 28, 2026

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Letters of application and resumes should be sent to: Jill Schoenhoff, Chief Managing Officer Fayette County Probation Department 221 S 7th Street Vandalia, IL 62471 jschoenhoff@fayettecountyillinos.gov

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person