Court Designated Worker -Shift -Administrative Office of the Courts

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Kentucky; On-site; USD 38,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The Administrative Office of the Courts in Kentucky is seeking a Court Designated Worker - SHIFT to provide intake, assessment, diversion, referral and case management for youth and families in the juvenile justice system. The role involves rotating shifts and potential statewide travel.

Required education is an Associate degree in a related field and at least one year of relevant experience. This position is not remote; salary ranges from $38,401.92 to $51,113.04 annually.

Qualifications

• One year of job-related experience, including work with youth and families.
• Familiarity with juvenile justice systems and case management.
• Strong communication and collaboration with partners.

Responsibilities

• Process juvenile intakes, enter referrals and generate complaints.
• Conduct interviews and risk/needs screening to determine diversion options.
• Develop diversion agreements and monitor compliance with program requirements.
• Provide case management and coordinate referrals to community resources.
• Maintain case records and documentation per laws and policies.
• Prepare reports and collaborate with courts, schools, law enforcement, and families.
• Travel within the assigned region and statewide as needed.
• Participate in on-call coverage and attend required trainings.

Skills

Youth & families experience

Criminal justice background

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in a job-related field

Job description

Court Designated Worker -Shift -Administrative Office of the Courts

Advertisement Closes 11/21/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Pay Grade: 09

Salary: $38,401.92 - $51,113.04 Annually

Employment Type: JUDICAL BRANCH | ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency: Judicial | Court of Justice

Location: Location Varies, USA

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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 have an opening for 3 (three)Court Designated Worker- SHIFT positions. This position may be assigned a workstation in any Kentucky county EXCEPT Crittenden, Hickman, Lewis, Mason, Morgan, Rockcastle, or Trimble. These are SHIFT positions, the positions will be assigned to a second, third, weekend, or rotating shift. The Court Designated Worker-SHIFT 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.

• 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, humanservices, 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.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months.

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

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D