Court Designated Worker -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)
About The Position
The Court Designated Worker (CDW) provides intake, assessment, diversion, referral, and case management services for youth and families involved in Kentucky’s juvenile justice system. The CDW works with courts, schools, law enforcement, and community partners to assess complaints, identify interventions, connect families with resources, and monitor compliance with diversion agreements. The role promotes early intervention, family engagement, and community-based solutions intended to improve outcomes for youth and reduce unnecessary court involvement. The position is with the Department of Family and Juvenile Services in Region 16, Kenton County. Work is primarily performed in an office or similar indoor environment. The role requires a driver’s license and dependable transportation, travel within the assigned service area and occasionally statewide, and participation in on-call coverage. It may involve family situations with heightened conflict, instability, and potential volatility. This position is not authorized for virtual work.
Requirements
- Associate degree in a job-related field, such as human services, criminal justice, psychology, sociology, or a related field.
- One year of job-related experience, including work with youth and families, human services, criminal justice, and/or the juvenile justice system.
- Two additional years of job-related work experience may substitute for the associate degree.
- A driver’s license and dependable transportation are required.
- Ability to travel throughout the assigned region and across Kentucky.
- Ability to work with family situations involving heightened conflict, instability, and potential volatility.
Responsibilities
- Process juvenile intakes, including entering new referrals and generating complaints.
- Conduct interviews and complete risk and needs screening.
- Determine diversion eligibility and develop intervention strategies.
- Develop diversion agreements and monitor compliance with program requirements.
- Provide case management and coordinate referrals to community resources and treatment providers.
- Maintain accurate case records and documentation in accordance with statutes, policies, and procedures.
- Prepare reports, recommendations, and other required court documents.
- Communicate and collaborate with courts, schools, law enforcement, service providers, and families.
- Respond to inquiries and provide information about juvenile justice processes and available services.
- Participate in on-call coverage.
- Travel within the assigned service area and occasionally statewide for meetings, court proceedings, training, and program operations.
- Support early intervention efforts to reduce juvenile court involvement and improve outcomes for youth and families.
- Attend required training and maintain knowledge of applicable laws, policies, and best practices.
- Promote positive relationships with youth, families, and community partners while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
