PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 6TH CIRCUIT- DISPOSITION SPECIALIST I - 21016113

Requisition No : 863163

Agency : Justice Administrative Commission

Working Title : PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 6TH CIRCUIT- DISPOSITION SPECIALIST I - 21016113

Pay Plan : Public Defndrs JAC

Position Number : 21016113

Salary : $40,000.00

Posting Closing Date : 11 / 28 / 2025

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LAW OFFICES OF PUBLIC DEFEDNER SARA MOLLO, 6TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

Position Description

Revision date : October 13, 2025 Department : Mitigation, Advocacy and Treatment Department Position : Disposition Specialist I – Wellness Support Specialist Location : Pasco County Jail and Various Locations throughout Pasco County General Summary :

This is a rewarding opportunity to work with the Law Offices of Sara Mollo, Public Defender, 6th Judicial Circuit. As a Recovery Support Specialist, you will play a vital role in advocating for and supporting indigent individuals accused of crimes. This position is part of a multidisciplinary team that includes licensed therapists, social workers, case managers, attorneys, and other professionals.

The Recovery Support Specialist will work within an established diversion program, providing coaching and navigation support in the areas of recovery and daily living activities to adult clients of the Public Defender's Office.

Core Responsibilities & Competencies

• Case Diversion & Advocacy : Assist in the early disposition of cases to divert clients from the criminal justice system.
• Mentorship & Support : Provide mentoring, coaching, education, and training in various settings, including jails, offices, homes, and community locations.
• Team Collaboration : Participate in treatment team meetings, case conferences, and other assigned meetings to ensure comprehensive support for clients.
• Knowledge of Services : Understand the local behavioral health system of care and service delivery processes.
• Client Engagement : Work with incarcerated clients to promote treatment compliance and assist in navigating a successful resolution of their criminal charges.
• Case Management : Maintain and manage an assigned caseload, ensuring timely intervention and follow-ups.
• Solution-Oriented Approach : Demonstrate problem-solving skills by proactively identifying and implementing creative solutions for client needs.
• Direct Client Services : Provide hands-on support, including arranging custody releases and developing individualized rehabilitation plans.
• Liaison Role : Act as a bridge between the client, treatment provider, and attorney, ensuring the legal team has updated information to mitigate the client's criminal exposure.
• Client Screening & Referral :

Conduct client interviews to assess needs.

Identify, develop, and maintain community resources to support client needs.

Minimum Training & Experience

Work Environment & Expectations

Join us in making a meaningful impact by advocating for those in need and helping them navigate toward recovery and stability.

Benefits

Salary : $40,000

How to Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter to apply@flpd6.gov

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS at 1-844-377-1888 on how your current benefits may be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and / or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

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