Youth Case Manager - Pre-Adjudication & Rehab

Maryland AG; Maryland, United States, Northern America, Americas; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland Department of Juvenile Services is seeking a Case Management Specialist I to assess referrals and make intake decisions in the Pre-Adjudication and Reform Unit. The role involves evaluating youth risk, providing supervised intervention, and coordinating services to support successful transition to adulthood.

The position is entry-level within the Case Management Specialist series, with prerequisites including a bachelor’s degree or approved substitutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; substitutions allowed: AA in social/behavioral sciences or criminal justice plus 2 years direct services experience for youth.
• Military service as commissioned officer in Social Services equivalent may substitute education on a year-for-year basis.
• Must meet Maryland regulatory requirements and be able to obtain required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assess the risk a youth’s behavior poses to the public and provide supervision at a level commensurate with that risk.
• Promote pro-social behaviors using sanctions and incentives; oversee restitution and community service; refer services; authorize petitions when warranted.
• Determine treatment and rehabilitative needs and coordinate services to help youth transition to adulthood.

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Associate of Arts degree in social or behavioral sciences or criminal justice

U.S. Armed Forces military service as commissioned officer in Social Services or related field

Job description

Maryland Department of Juvenile Services is seeking a Case Management Specialist I to assess referrals and make intake decisions in the Pre-Adjudication and Reform Unit. The role involves evaluating youth risk, providing supervised intervention, and coordinating services to support successful transition to adulthood.

The position is entry-level within the Case Management Specialist series, with prerequisites including a bachelor’s degree or approved substitutions.