DJS CASE MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST I COMMUNITY (Two Vacancies)

Maryland AG; Leonardtown, Northern (MD, KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Juvenile Services in Leonardtown, MD seeks two Case Management Specialist I – Community positions. The role develops and implements youth service plans for court-identified delinquents and coordinates rehabilitative services to promote prosocial outcomes.

Responsibilities include risk assessment, supervision, and reporting to court. Flexibility with hours and occasional telework may apply; there is a requirement for potential non-traditional hours, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; no experience required.
• Substitutions allowed with AA degree in social/behavioral sciences or criminal justice plus 2 years direct youth services experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess youth risk and provide supervision.
• Ensure accountability through sanctions, restitution, and court filings.
• Coordinate services to develop competencies for successful adulthood.
• Report progress to the juvenile court orally and in writing.

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Job description

Introduction

Grade

12

Location of Position

This recruitment will fill two positions located at 23110 Leonard Hall Drive, Leonardtown, MD 20650 (St. Mary’s County).

Main Purpose of Job

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The Case Management Specialist I Community is the entry-level classification within the Case Management Specialist Community series. The main purpose of this position is to develop and implement service plans for youth determined by the juvenile court to be delinquent and in need of treatment, services, or rehabilitation.

• Assess the risk a youth’s behavior poses to the public and provide supervision at a level commensurate with that risk so as to enhance community safety;
• Ensure youth are held accountable by: utilizing sanctions and incentives to promote prosocial behaviors; overseeing victim reparation activities including the payment of restitution and the performance of community service work; informing the court of lawbreaking incidents; and filing petitions for the Revocation of Probation when necessary;
• Determine the treatment and rehabilitative needs of youth under supervision and coordinate the delivery of services so as to promote the development of those competencies necessary for them to successfully transition to adulthood; and
• Report to the juvenile court both orally and in writing whether a youth is progressing under supervision, needs additional services to be ordered, or no longer requires court oversight.

Regular work schedule to be flexible and may require telework protocols. Work schedule may involve non-traditional hours to meet the needs of the youth, families, and partners; may include nights and weekends.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Experience: None.

• 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 and Behavioral Science major (Criminal Justice, Sociology, Human Relations, Psychology, Child and Adolescent Studies, Social Work).

One year of professional experience providing direct case management 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 are 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,
• 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

All documentation related to your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date; information received after this date will not be considered.

Candidates who meet the qualifications will remain on the certified eligible list for a period of one (1) year. This list may also be used to fill similar positions within this classification in the future.

Examination Process

For education obtained outside the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of equivalent American education, at the time of hire, as determined by a Foreign Credential Evaluation Service.

If you are a Veteran applying for this position, please submit your DD 214 Long Form with your completed application to receive proper credit.

Benefits

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

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.

Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome to apply for all recruitments.

We welcome experienced professionals transitioning from federal service to explore rewarding career opportunities.