Juvenile Case Aide

ND Dept of Corrections and Rehabilitation; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

ND Dept of Corrections and Rehabilitation is seeking a case aide to mentor juveniles and support families. You will write reports and maintain close communication with Youth Corrections Officers, helping youth access resources and make positive life choices.

The role emphasizes reliability, compassionate engagement, and collaboration with the Juvenile Services team to document progress and participate in trainings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have a valid Class D driver's license.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills to work with staff and supervise students.
• Must successfully complete an interview and standard background and criminal record check.
• Preference given to those with prior youth-related work.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and support juveniles and engage families to foster positive choices.
• Write reports and communicate with Youth Corrections Officers.
• Assist youth with transportation and develop parental skills.
• Develop positive relationships with parents and youth and document time spent with them.
• Attend relevant trainings and participate in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Crisis intervention

Report writing

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Summary Of Work

Work involves mentoring and supporting juveniles and modeling for parents and families. Duties include writing reports and communicating closely with Youth Corrections Officers. The case aide position requires an adult who is caring and responsible. The case aide will support youth in developing new opportunities, expose youth to a wide array of resources, and helping youth make positive life choices.

Duties and Tasks

• Ability to work independently, potentially in stressful situations
• Assist in crisis intervention
• Show a positive attitude
• Assist juvenile and family with transportation
• Assist with the development of parental skills
• Develop a professional working relationship with parents and youth
• Identify and assist youth in problem solving
• Report youth's progress to Youth Corrections Officer
• Develop recreational interests for youth
• Assist with drug and alcohol testing
• Provide monthly written reports to Youth Corrections Officer
• Youth Corrections Officer and case aide will meet with youth at least one time per month
• Responsible for documenting time spent with youth
• Attend relevant training

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must have a high school diploma/GED and a valid Class D driver's license. Must demonstrate interpersonal skills to work with staff and supervise students. Must successfully complete an interview and standard background and criminal record check. Preference will be given to individuals who have previous work experience with youth.

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