Detention Expeditor/Juvenile Corrections Case Manager

City of Hampton; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Hampton is seeking a Court Services Unit professional to supervise and support youth in detention and outreach programs. You will deliver case management, counseling interventions, and individualized support while collaborating with families and community partners.

This role includes detention visits, parent interviews, and accurate case documentation, guiding the Court on release decisions and conditions for community supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in Social Sciences, Criminal Justice, Corrections, Social Work, Sociology, Human Resources, or closely related field.
• One year of full-time equivalent experience working directly with at-risk juvenile populations or juvenile offenders and families.
• Knowledge of juvenile/criminal justice process, local judicial system, family dynamics, and risk factors.
• Must be able to use a computer for case management; Microsoft Office experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
• Background check required before any offer or promotion.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision, case management, counseling interventions and individualized support for youth.
• Work closely with families and community partners to facilitate services.
• Conduct detention visits and parent interviews; maintain accurate case documentation.
• Make recommendations to the Court regarding release and conditions for community supervision.

Skills

Case management

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences / Criminal Justice / Corrections / Social Work / Sociology / Human Resources or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of youth and families? Join the Court Services Unit and play a vital role in supporting juveniles placed in pre- and post-dispositional detention and outreach programs. This position provides supervision, case management, counseling interventions, and individualized support while working closely with families and community partners. The role also includes conducting detention visits and parent interviews, maintaining accurate case documentation, and making recommendations to the Court regarding release and conditions for community supervision. If you are committed to helping young people succeed, strengthening families, and building safer, healthier communities, we invite you to bring your skills and compassion to a career where your work truly makes a difference.

Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement and other benefits.

As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Social Sciences, Criminal Justice, Corrections, Social Work, Sociology, Human Resources, or a closely related field of study.
• One (1) year of full-time equivalent experience working directly with at-risk juvenile populations or juvenile offenders and families.
• Knowledge of the following is required: juvenile and/or criminal justice process and local judicial system; family dynamics and the risk factors associated with juvenile delinquency; the continuum of services and programs available to court involved juveniles.
• May substitute experience for education on the basis of one year of appropriate experience for each year of education.
• Must have the ability to use a computer for case management; Microsoft office experience preferred.
• Must be able to make decisions independently, interpret and apply complex policy procedures.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria.
• This position is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City’s current substance abuse policy.
• Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

Additional Requirements

• May require working beyond a standard 40-hour work week that may include late evenings and/or weekends.
• Requires frequent phone contact with parents and frequent detention contact with juvenile placed in detention, and occasional home visits to potentially hazardous neighborhoods.
• The incumbent may be considered “essential personnel” during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.