Diversion Specialist

Larimer County; Laporte (CO); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

FSA or HSA

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

401(a) employer match retirement plan

457(b) Deferred Compensation

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Larimer County in Colorado is seeking a Limited Term Diversion Specialist to work with juvenile offenders under SOMB standards. The role focuses on assessment, treatment referrals, and progress tracking to reduce future offenses and repair community harm.

The position involves supervising youth, coordinating with attorneys and advocates, and acting as a liaison with schools and providers. A valid driver’s license is required, and bilingual skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, or related field is required.
• Two years' experience in social work, criminal justice, counseling, or related field required.
• Possession of a valid driver's license by date of hire required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients’ needs and risks, identify treatment, make referrals, adjust plans, and track progress.
• Direct supervision of youth, including home and school visits and case staffing; maintain records of compliance.
• Communicate with supervising attorneys and victims’ advocates to ensure compliance with Victims’ Rights Amendment.
• Serve as a liaison between the District Attorney’s Office, schools, agency partners, and treatment providers.

Skills

SOMB knowledge

Youth counseling

Interagency liaison

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology or related field

Job description

The District Attorney's Office is hiring a Limited Term Diversion Specialist.

In this position, you will work with juvenile offenders in accordance with the Colorado Sex Offender Management Board standards (SOMB). It is an exciting time to be in diversion as we have increased our capacity and work with community partners to diversify opportunities for those in the criminal justice system to take responsibility while working on personal growth and repairing harm to the community.

We are looking for an individual who wants to help juveniles better themselves, prevent future unlawful behavior, and strengthen our community. The caseload for this position is primarily youth who commit sexual offenses and are eligible for Diversion.

The primary responsibilities of this position include assessing and working with juvenile offenders utilizing SOMB standards, as well as providing support and programming.

The typical work hours are 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday through Friday. After a probationary period, telecommuting for one day a week may be available.

Applicants must include a cover letter addressed to Reenie Terjak, Diversion Manager.

This position is limited term. Individuals hired into limited-term positions are eligible for County benefits; however, the position is limited in duration, dependent upon available funding or business need.

What you'll be doing:

• Assess individual clients’ needs and risks, identify appropriate treatment, make necessary referrals, adjust plans as needed, and track progress.
• Perform direct supervision of youth, including home and school visits, and case staffing. Maintain accurate records of client compliance and non-compliance.
• Communicate with supervising attorneys and victims’ advocates to ensure compliance with the Victims’ Rights Amendment.
• Serve as a liaison between the District Attorney’s Office and schools, agency partners, and treatment providers.

What we're looking for:

• Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources and adjust diversion plans as needed.
• Knowledge of the criminal and juvenile justice systems and the role of diversion.
• Familiarity with Colorado Sex Offender Management Board (SOMB) standards.
• Understanding of current counseling concepts and techniques.
• Confidence in presenting to youth, families, and/or adults involved in the criminal justice system.

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Social Work, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, or related field required.

Two (2) years' experience in the fields of social work, criminal justice, counseling, or similar related field required.

Possession of a valid driver's license by date of hire required.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.