DJS CASE MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST SUPERVISOR COMMUNITY

State of Maryland; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Maryland, Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS), seeks a Case Management Specialist Supervisor Community to oversee case management for youths in community or residential settings. The role involves coordinating services, supervising staff, and ensuring collaboration with courts and partners.

Flexibility includes nontraditional hours and possible telework. Requires a Bachelor's degree and prior supervisory experience in youth services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; substitutions allowed (AA + 2 years)
• Master's degree can substitute one year of experience
• Military service can substitute experience and education on a year-for-year basis
• At least 1 year supervisory experience in direct services to youth is preferred

Responsibilities

• Supervise Case Management Specialists in delivering case management services to juveniles.
• Coordinate services and treatment plans for juveniles in various supervision settings.
• Coordinate DJS staff for daily operations of the Circuit Court and judicial matters pertaining to DJS.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Case management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in social or behavioral sciences or criminal justice

Associate of Arts in social or behavioral sciences or criminal justice + 2 years direct services to children

Master's degree in social or behavioral sciences or criminal justice

Military service as commissioned officer in related field

Job description

Introduction

This recruitment is limited to current Maryland Department of Juvenile Services employees only.

Introduction

This recruitment is limited to current Maryland Department of Juvenile Services employees only.

GRADE

17

LOCATION OF POSITION

431 Eastern Avenue, Essex, MD 21221 (Baltimore County)

Main Purpose of Job

The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives, creating safer communities, and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the role of Case Management Specialist Supervisor Community, so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS! This position is responsible for supervising DJS Case Management Specialists in providing case management services to juveniles in a community or residential setting. The position oversees the implementation and coordination of services and treatment plans for juveniles on informal supervision, probation supervision, aftercare supervision, detained pending trial or disposition, or committed to the Department of Juvenile Services. This position may also require coordination of DJS staff to assist with daily operations of the Circuit Court and ensuring a DJS staff is involved in all judicial matters pertaining to DJS. Regular work schedule to be flexible and may require telework protocols. Work schedule may involve nontraditional 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: Three years of experience providing case management services to emotionally or socially maladjusted, delinquent, victimized or exceptional juveniles in a community or residential setting.

Notes

• 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.
• Candidates may substitute possession of a Master’s degree in the social or behavioral sciences or criminal justice from an accredited college or university for one year of the required experience.
• 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 experience and 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, or other closely related field).

At least one year of supervisory experience in providing direct services to children in a community or residential setting.

At least one year of experience supervising lower-level Case Management Specialists in a community or residential setting.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

This recruitment is limited to current Maryland Department of Juvenile Services employees only.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Employees appointed to positions in this classification are required to become fully certified by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission within 90 days of appointment and maintain certification while employed.
• 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.
• 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

• 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.

• 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 ensure that your completed application includes sufficient information to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. 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

The assessment may involve a rating of your application based on your education, training, and/or experience as it relates to the position's requirements. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Please report all relevant experience and education. For education obtained outside the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of equivalent American education, as determined by a Foreign Credential Evaluation Service, at the time of hire. Please complete the supplemental questionnaire, if applicable. They will be used when rating applications. Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your completed application to receive credit. Missing or incomplete supplemental questionnaires may impact the overall rating of your completed application.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

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.