DJS Case Management Specialist I Community

MD; Bellflower (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services seeks a Case Management Specialist I for the Pre-Adjudication and Reform Unit. The role involves receiving referrals, assessing youth risk, and making intake decisions in line with departmental policies.

Responsibilities include supervising at appropriate levels, coordinating services, and processing sanctions, restitution, and petitions as needed. Entry level within the Case Management Specialist series.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• No work experience required.
• Substitution options include an AA in social/behavioral sciences or criminal justice with two years of direct services experience, or military service in related fields (year-for-year).

Responsibilities

• Receive and assess referrals and make intake decisions per Departmental policies.
• Assess risk posed by youths and provide supervision commensurate with risk to public safety.
• Coordinate and refer services, oversee restitution and community service, and file petitions when warranted.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate of Arts degree in social/behavioral sciences or criminal justice with two years of direct services experience

U.S. Armed Forces commissioned officer in Social Services classifications or related field (year-for-year substitution)

Job description

Introduction

GRADE

ASTD12

LOCATION OF POSITION

12155 Elm Street

Suite B

Princess Anne, MD 21853

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of the Case Management Specialist I position in the Pre-Adjudication and Reform Unit is to receive and assess referrals from law enforcement and other sources and make appropriate intake decisions in accordance with Departmental policies and directives.

• Assess the risk a youth’s behavior poses to the public and provide supervision at a level commensurate with that risk to enhance community safety;
• Ensure youth are held accountable by: utilizing sanctions and incentives to promote pro-social behaviors; overseeing victim reparation activities including the payment of restitution and the performance of community service work; make appropriate referrals for services in the community, and; authorize the filing of a petition when warranted.
• Determine the treatment and rehabilitative needs of youth under supervision and coordinate the delivery of services to promote the development of those competencies necessary for them to successfully transition to adulthood.

This position is the entry level classification within the Case Management Specialist series.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: None.

Notes:

• 1. Candidates may substitute possession of an Associate of Arts degree in the social or behavioral sciences or criminal justice from an accredited college or university and two years of experience providing direct services to children in a community or residential setting for the required education.
• 2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Social Services classifications or Social Services specialty codes in the Social Science, Psychology and Welfare field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's
• Degree in a Social or Behavioral Science major, such as Criminal Justice, Sociology, Human Relations, Psychology, Child and Adolescent Studies or Social Work
• One year of experience providing direct services to children in a community or residential setting.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

• 1. Candidates appointed to positions in this classification must obtain certification by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission.
• 2. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
• 3. Employees in this classification that is employed at DJS Youth Centers may be required to complete a Board approved medication technician training program and possess a valid Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON) certification as a Medication Technician.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. In accordance with the Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209 of the Annotated Code of Maryland, the Maryland Correctional Training Commission shall establish the minimum qualifications for probationary or permanent appointment of a Department of Juvenile Services employee in a mandated position. These requirements are listed in detail in the Code of Maryland Regulations 12.10.01.04, general regulations of the Maryland Correctional Training Commission, and include:
   • U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status
   • Must be at least 21 years of age
   • A thorough background check, including fingerprinting and drug testing
   • An oral interview, and
   • Physical and psychological examinations.
2. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment will be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related experience and education. For education obtained outside the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service.

Please note that your answers on the Supplemental Questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.

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