Youth Diversion Case Manager

Advocates; Massachusetts; Sur place; USD 70 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Advocates seeks a Diversion Coordinator for its Youth Diversion program, working in-person with youth referred through the court system. You will assess needs, develop plans, and support growth, meeting 4–5 days weekly, with some remote options depending on program needs.

Responsibilities include conducting biopsychosocial assessments, creating diversion agreements, maintaining documentation, and attending court hearings while collaborating with families and partners to meet youth goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, or related field.
• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, or related field preferred.
• Associate’s degree with 2+ years’ direct experience providing services considered.

Responsabilités

• Conduct biopsychosocial and risk assessments through interviews with youth, families, victims, and referral sources.
• Develop a case plan and diversion agreement with each youth.
• Meet with youth at a pre-determined frequency.
• Develop and maintain positive, collaborative working relationships with youth, families, service providers, and referral sources.
• Attend court hearings and other relevant meetings as needed to support enrolled youth.
• Maintain documentation as required by Advocates and DYS.

Connaissances

Biopsychosocial assessment

Case planning

Court coordination

Documentation

Collaboration

Cultural competence

Formation

Bachelor's Degree

Master's degree preferred

Associate’s degree with 2+ years’ experience

Outils

Electronic documentation

Description du poste

Advocates seeks a Diversion Coordinator for its Youth Diversion program, working in-person with youth referred through the court system. You will assess needs, develop plans, and support growth, meeting 4–5 days weekly, with some remote options depending on program needs.

Responsibilities include conducting biopsychosocial assessments, creating diversion agreements, maintaining documentation, and attending court hearings while collaborating with families and partners to meet youth goals.