Nassau Juvenile Justice Services: Case Planner NEW

Hope for Youth•Hempstead, NY

12d

About The Position

The Juvenile Justice Services Program at Hope For Youth provides case management, restorative justice conferencing, and clinical services for up to 40 youth referred by the Nassau County Probation Department. These youth may include: Persons In Need of Supervision (PINS) Juvenile Delinquents (JD) Juvenile Offenders (JO) JD–Raise the Age Adolescent Offenders Our program focuses on family-centered treatment services that have proven effective in reducing delinquency risk and avoiding out-of-home placement. The Case Planner plays a critical role in supporting youth and families by improving individual functioning and family dynamics. This is a field-based position requiring weekly contact with youth and their families throughout Nassau County. The Case Planner also delivers direct services such as: Case management Life coaching Parent skills training Coordination with schools, courts, and other community partners The Case Planner reports directly to the Program Supervisor .

Requirements

BSW or Bachelor's Degree in a related field plus 2 years of casework experience OR MSW or Master's in a related field
Excellent verbal, written, and computer skills
Ability to work a flexible, non-traditional schedule (some evenings and weekends)
Access to a reliable vehicle for regular home visits throughout Nassau County

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain weekly contact with youth and families (including evenings/weekends), utilizing your own vehicle
Implement all components of the program model for a caseload of up to 20 youth
Provide case management, life coaching, and parent skill training
Make collateral contacts with schools, service providers, and justice system representatives
Conduct CANS 2.0 assessments (initial and follow-up)
Attend school meetings and court appearances as needed
Regularly review and update service plans
Participate in transition and discharge planning
Complete timely and accurate documentation
Attend supervision, treatment team meetings, and ongoing trainings

Benefits

Supportive and collaborative work culture
Ongoing training and professional development
Competitive compensation and benefits
Opportunities for advancement
Excellent training and leadership opportunities available throughout employment and more.
Meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of children and families of Long Island!
Supportive like-minded, mission-driven co-workers
Diverse Culture that promotes recognition and belonging
Advancement and supplemental pay opportunities
Free Training programs, Free Tuition Credits, Scholarships and Tuition Assistance
Employees may be eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
Special Events and Recognition Awards
Volunteer and Internship opportunities available within
Benefit eligibility commences on the first of the month following the first 30 days of employment - Medical, Dental, Vision - HRA with HSA and Co-pay options available.
91% Employer-paid medical premiums
Generous paid time off
Agency-funded Pension Plan
Pre-tax savings plans: self-directed 403(b), 529, Aflac
Agency-paid life insurance and disability, and for some positions, long-term disability