Juvenile Justice Coordinator

Essex-District-Attorney; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Essex District Attorney's Office seeks a Juvenile Justice Coordinator to lead Diversion efforts and coordinate community initiatives across Lawrence and surrounding communities. The role engages with police, schools, and social services to identify resources for high-risk youth and monitor cases in the Juvenile/Youthful Diversion Program.

The coordinator will supervise case management, assist in restitution decisions, and participate in Juvenile Court proceedings while promoting prevention

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organization skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong computer skills; proficient with Microsoft Suite.

Responsibilities

• Screen and review cases for Diversion eligibility.
• Identify cases suitable for Juvenile/Youthful Diversion programs.
• Coordinate Community Collaborative Initiative meetings with schools, police, and agencies.
• Assist with priority prosecution decisions with Assistant District Attorneys.
• Manage case files for youth and families in the Diversion program; arrange services and restitution as needed.
• Attend Juvenile Court proceedings and participate in community groups and task forces.
• Collaborate with police, court staff, and agencies to ensure effective procedures for juvenile cases.
• Support specialized initiatives such as the fire-setter program.
• Serve as a resource for communities and schools on juvenile justice initiatives.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Spanish conversational ability

Confidential information handling

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Juvenile Justice Coordinator

A Juvenile Justice Coordinator works under the supervision of the Director of Juvenile Justice and is responsible for all juvenile justice initiatives, including Juvenile Diversion and Youthful Diversion. In addition, Coordinators are responsible for organizing and facilitating the Community Collaborative Initiative meetings in compliance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 12, Section 32, and representing the office at various inter-agency and community meetings.

The Juvenile Justice Coordinator shall:

• Screen and review all cases in the district and juvenile courts for eligibility for Diversion.
• Identify cases for appropriate placement in the Juvenile/Youthful Diversion Program by speaking with police and the Assistant District Attorney.
• Coordinate and facilitate monthly Community Collaborative Initiative meetings with local schools, police, probation and state agencies as mandated by MGL Chapter 12, Section 32 to identify resources for high risk youth and to monitor serious cases to keep schools and communities safe.
• Work with Assistant District Attorney's to identify cases for priority prosecution and meet with Assistant District Attorneys on a regular basis to assist in managing, updating and tracking priority prosecution.
• Responsible for all case management for youth and families in the Juvenile/Youthful Diversion Program.
  • Coordinate and monitor appropriate services including counseling and community service for all youth.
  • Determine appropriate restitution. Responsible for collecting and monitoring restitution.
• Attend and participate in Juvenile Court proceedings including Juvenile Sessions and Clerk's Hearings
• Actively participate in community groups and task forces dedicated to creating and implementing prevention initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with police, court staff, and community agencies to ensure effective procedures and communication regarding juvenile cases.
• Work on specialized initiatives including the fire-setter initiative.
• Serve as a resource for communities and schools for all juvenile justice initiatives.

Also, the Juvenile Justice Coordinator performs whatever other duties at whatever job-site as may from time to time be assigned to her/him by the District Attorney, the Juvenile Justice Director, or other designee of the District Attorney.

In addition to these above responsibilities the Juvenile Justice Coordinator is required:

• To be familiar with and to follow the provisions of the Essex District Attorney's Office Personnel Policies, and the Sexual Harassment Protocol,
• To participate in trainings relevant to Office functions,
• To communicate with or provide timely notification to Office staff, police, and other interested parties, as permitted and/or required by law;
• To interact in a respectful and professional manner with the public, judicial and law enforcement personnel and Office staff
• To complete work assignments in a timely manner.

The essential functions of the position require the effective ability to receive and distribute information in written, oral, and electronic form, in the English language.

Education and Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organization skills.
• Ability to assist other units in the office.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong computer skills; Must be proficient with the Microsoft Suite.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

Preferred:

• Conversational abilities in Spanish and other languages.
• Working knowledge of the criminal justice and/or social service systems
• Experience working in a professional office setting.
• Experience working in a professional office setting.

This position could be in any of the following locations: Salem, Peabody, Lynn, Newburyport, Gloucester, Haverhill or Lawrence

Annual Salary: $43,500

All full-time positions offer a State benefit package that includes health, life, disability, and dental/vision insurances, retirement plans, vacation, personal and sick leave and more. Payroll is paid bi-weekly and based on a 37.5-hour work week (normally 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background check. All positions serve at the pleasure of the District Attorney. Essex District Attorney's Office is an EEO Employer.

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of the Essex District Attorney's Office to afford equal opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, military status, sexual orientation, sexual identity, handicap/disability, gender, gender identity, ancestry, genetic information, or any other class protected by federal or state anti-discrimination law. The Essex District Attorney's Office is committed to and promotes equal opportunity and diversity.