Mental Health Juvenile Justice Coordinator

The Center for Youth and Family Solutions; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

37.5 hour work week

12 Paid Holidays

15 Paid Vacation Days (increases every

2 years of Paid Vacation Days (incr)

8 Paid Sick Days

5 Paid Personal/Wellness Days

3 weeks of Paid Parental Leave

Public Service Loan Forgivenessqualif

Job summary

The Center for Youth and Family Solutions (CYFS) in Illinois is seeking a Mental Health Juvenile Justice Coordinator to assess youth at risk and connect families with needed services. Under supervision, you will apply clinical theory and skills to support youth and their families, with a focus on trauma-informed, client-centered care.

Typical duties include managing referrals, planning services, and documenting progress while working in a flexible, non-traditional schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Family Therapy, Counseling or Psychology, or closely related Human Service field.
• 2 years of experience in a human service position (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Manage MHJJ referral processes and engage referrals.
• Provide strengths-focused, trauma-informed assessment and service planning for at-risk youth.
• Provide case management and linkage to services.
• Document services according to statute, funder requirements, and agency policies.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Client-centered approach

Case management

Interagency collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work/Psychology

Job description

See yourself achieving solutions. Join our team!

Perks of Working at CYFS:

37.5 hour work week

Paid Time Off:

• 12 Paid Holidays
• 15 Paid Vacation Days (increases every 2 years)
• 8 Paid Sick Days
• 5 Paid Personal/Wellness Days
• 3 weeks of Paid Parental Leave

Educational Assistance:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer
• Tuition Assistance Program for staff who are continuing their education

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• 5 free counseling sessions per year for employee or their family
• Immediate community referrals to licensed counselors
• 24/7 call line
• Tax consultation/financial resources
• Discounted legal services and mediation services
• Health and Wellness resources

Use of agency vehicles and/or mileage reimbursement

Agency-issued cellphone or cellphone reimbursement

\"Dress for your day\" dress code

Opportunities for advancement and professional development.

Supportive, inclusive, and strengths-focused culture

Salary:

Starting at $47,000.00

About the Position:

Provides assessment, resource linkage and referral to eligible youth who are at risk for initial or more intensive juvenile justice involvement. Under supervision, Apply clinical theory and technical skills in their work with individual youth and families.

A Typical Day as a Mental Health Juvenile Justice Coordinator:

• Manage MHJJ referral processes, including responding to referral sources, outreach, and engagement to all referrals.
• Provides timely strengths-focused, systemic, client-centered, trauma-informed individual and family-systems assessment and service planning for youth who are at risk of contact or more intensive involvement with the justice system and their families. Involves clients and family to the extent possible and clinically indicated in all treatment decisions.
• Provides case management and supportive services to ensure linkage, referral and engagement in any services determined to be needed through the assessment process.
• Document services as required by legal statute, funder requirements, and agency policies.

Work Hours:

Schedule is flexible and non-traditional; based on the availability of clients.

Does the Following Apply to You?

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Family Therapy, Counseling or Psychology, or closely related Human Service field.
• 2 years of experience in a human service position (preferred)

Additional Qualifications:

• Completion of DCFS criminal background check and fingerprinting
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Obtain an insured vehicle
• At least three years of driving experience with a valid driver's license

Additional Benefits:

• Choice of 4 medical plans including PPO and high deductible plans with HSA
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k plan with 4% employer match
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Plan and Dependent Care Plan

About The Center for Youth and Family Solutions (CYFS):

(CYFS) is seeking compassionate, committed, and culturally competent individuals who align with our mission of helping children and families in need with dignity, compassion, and respect to resolve life challenges. CYFS is one of Central Illinois' largest, nationally accredited social service agencies, serving over 20,000 individuals in 37 counties.

Our family-centered, inclusive, trauma-responsive, and strength-based interventions help bring about lasting positive change.

The Center for Youth and Family Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.