Hybrid Juvenile Diversion Specialist — SOMB Expert

Larimer County Department of Health and Environment; Laporte (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

The Larimer County District Attorney’s Office is seeking a Limited Term Diversion Specialist to work with juvenile offenders under SOMB standards, focusing on growth and accountability while repairing community harm.

The role involves assessing needs, coordinating treatment, and maintaining progress records, with regular hours 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday–Friday and potential telecommuting after probation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a related field.
• Two years’ experience in social work, criminal justice, counseling, or similar field required.
• Valid driver’s license by date of hire.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients’ needs and risks; identify treatment, referrals, adjust plans, track progress.
• Direct supervision of youth; home and school visits; maintain records of compliance.
• Communicate with supervising attorneys and victims’ advocates to ensure Victims’ Rights compliance.
• Serve as liaison between DA’s Office, schools, and treatment providers.

Skills

SOMB knowledge

Juvenile justice knowledge

Counseling concepts

Public speaking

Information synthesis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, or related field

Job description

The Larimer County District Attorney’s Office is seeking a Limited Term Diversion Specialist to work with juvenile offenders under SOMB standards, focusing on growth and accountability while repairing community harm.

The role involves assessing needs, coordinating treatment, and maintaining progress records, with regular hours 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday–Friday and potential telecommuting after probation.