Forensic Care Coordinator – Competency Restoration Programs

Job overview

The Forensic Care Coordinator – Competency Restoration Programs role is an onsite position based in Madison, WI, serving Dane, Sauk, and Columbia Counties. Starting pay is $31.00 per hour. Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan supports recovery and stronger communities. The coordinator provides person-centered case management for adults involved in the criminal justice system who are working toward competency restoration. The role connects clients with treatment and community resources, coordinates across behavioral health and justice systems, and supports recovery and community integration.

What you'll do

• Assess client strengths, needs, and functional abilities
• develop and implement individualized service plans
• coordinate mental health, substance use, housing, medical, and community services
• meet clients in community and jail settings
• collaborate with courts, correctional facilities, treatment providers, institutions, families, and natural supports
• facilitate team meetings
• provide legal education to competency clients
• use trauma-informed and evidence-based approaches including Motivational Interviewing
• maintain electronic documentation
• participate in supervision and training
• testify in legal proceedings as required
• and advocate for client needs and independence.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

forensic care coordinator

competency restoration

case management

behavioral health

criminal justice

motivational interviewing

community and jail settings

madison wi

dane county

sauk county

columbia county

$31.00/hr

daily travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
• paid time off and holidays
• employee assistance program
• mileage reimbursement
• ongoing training and professional development
• and career growth opportunities.

Why this role

Daily travel throughout Dane, Sauk, and Columbia Counties is required; occasional overnight travel may be required. A bachelor’s degree in human services or a related field and a valid Wisconsin driver’s license are required.

About the employer

Lutheran Social Services of WI & UP MI is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.