Court Designated Worker -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky, Judicial Branch, is seeking a Court Designated Worker for the Administrative Office of the Courts in Paducah to cover Ballard, Caldwell, Calloway, Carlisle, Crittenden, Fulton, Graves, Henderson, Hickman, Hopkins, Livingston, Lyon, Marshall, McCracken, Trigg, Union, and Webster counties.

The CDW provides intake, assessment, referral, and case management for youth and families in Kentucky's juvenile justice system, working with courts, schools, law enforcement, and

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a job-related field such as human services, criminal justice, psychology, sociology, or a related field.
• One year of job-related experience, to include working with youth and families, human services, criminal justice, and juvenile justice.
• NONE substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE; Two additional years may substitute for the associate degree.
• NONE special requirements.

Responsibilities

• Process juvenile intakes, enter referrals and generate complaints.
• Conduct interviews and complete risk and needs screening.
• Determine eligibility for diversion and develop intervention strategies.
• Develop diversion agreements and monitor program compliance.
• Provide case management and coordinate referrals to resources and treatment providers.
• Maintain accurate case records and documentation per statutes and policies.
• Prepare reports and court documents; communicate with courts, schools, law enforcement, and families.
• Travel within the assigned region and occasionally statewide for meetings and trainings.

Skills

Youth and family work

Criminal justice

Case management

Interviewing

Education

Associate degree in a related field

Job description

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Job Title

Court Designated Worker - Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)

Pay Grade

09

Salary

$34,910.64 - $46,466.40 Annually

Employment Type

JUDICIAL BRANCH | ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Judicial | Court of Justice

Location

McCrackern County CDW Office
405 Clarence Gaines St.
Paducah, KY 42003 USA

Description

This position will cover Ballard, Caldwell, Calloway, Carlisle, Crittenden, Fulton, Graves, Henderson, Hickman, Hopkins, Livingston, Lyon, Marshall, McCracken, Trigg, Union, and Webster counties.

The Administrative Office of the Courts is the operational arm of the Judicial Branch. The court system employs nearly 3,300 personnel who support 406 elected justices, judges, and circuit court clerks. The Office of Statewide Programs, Department of Family and Juvenile Services has an opening for a Court Designated Worker, in McCracken County.

The Court Designated Worker provides intake, assessment, diversion, referral, and case management services for youth and families involved in Kentucky's juvenile justice system. Working collaboratively with courts, schools, law enforcement, and community partners, the CDW assesses complaints, identifies appropriate interventions, connects families with resources, and monitors compliance with diversion agreements. This position promotes early intervention, family engagement, and community-based solutions to improve outcomes for youth while reducing unnecessary court involvement.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Responsible for processing all juvenile intakes, including entering new referrals and generating complaints.
• Conduct interviews and complete risk and needs screening.
• Determine eligibility for diversion and develop appropriate intervention strategies.
• Develop diversion agreements and monitor compliance with program requirements.
• Provide case management services and coordinate referrals to community resources and treatment providers.
• Maintain accurate case records and documentation in accordance with statutes, policies, and procedures.
• Prepare reports, recommendations, and other required court documents.
• Communicate and collaborate with courts, schools, law enforcement, service providers, and families.
• Respond to inquiries and provide information regarding juvenile justice processes and available services.
• Participate in on-call coverage.
• Travel within the assigned service area and occasionally statewide to conduct meetings, attend court proceedings, participate in trainings, and support program operations.
• Support early intervention efforts designed to reduce juvenile court involvement and improve outcomes for youth and families.
• Attend required training and maintain knowledge of applicable laws, policies, and best practices.
• Promote positive relationships with youth, families, and community partners while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Associate degree in a job-related field, such as human services, criminal justice, psychology, sociology, or a related field.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: One (1) year of job-related experience, to include working with youth and families, human services, criminal justice, and, or, the juvenile justice system.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Two (2) additional years of job-related work experience may substitute for the associate degree.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in an office or similar indoor environment. Must have driver’s license and dependable transportation. Occasionally requires working with family situations involving heightened conflict, instability and potential volatility. Ability to travel throughout the assigned region and across the Commonwealth of Kentucky to attend meetings, trainings, conferences, court proceedings, and other program-related activities. Due to the nature of the job duties and responsibilities, this position is not authorized for virtual work.

Contact

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Nadalie Hardwick at [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Statement

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D