DJS Case Management Specialist I Community
About The Position
The main purpose of the Case Management Specialist I position in the Pre-Adjudication and Reform Unit is to receive and assess referrals from law enforcement and other sources and make appropriate intake decisions in accordance with Departmental policies and directives. An individual in this position is expected to: Assess the risk a youth’s behavior poses to the public and provide supervision at a level commensurate with that risk to enhance community safety; Ensure youth are held accountable by: utilizing sanctions and incentives to promote pro-social behaviors; overseeing victim reparation activities including the payment of restitution and the performance of community service work; make appropriate referrals for services in the community, and; authorize the filing of a petition when warranted. Determine the treatment and rehabilitative needs of youth under supervision and coordinate the delivery of services to promote the development of those competencies necessary for them to successfully transition to adulthood. This position is the entry level classification within the Case Management Specialist series.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- A thorough background check, including fingerprinting and drug testing
- An oral interview
- Physical and psychological examinations
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree in a Social or Behavioral Science major, such as Criminal Justice, Sociology, Human Relations, Psychology, Child and Adolescent Studies or Social Work
- One year of experience providing direct services to children in a community or residential setting
Responsibilities
- Assess the risk a youth’s behavior poses to the public and provide supervision at a level commensurate with that risk to enhance community safety
- Ensure youth are held accountable by utilizing sanctions and incentives to promote pro-social behaviors
- Oversee victim reparation activities including the payment of restitution and the performance of community service work
- Make appropriate referrals for services in the community
- Authorize the filing of a petition when warranted
- Determine the treatment and rehabilitative needs of youth under supervision
- Coordinate the delivery of services to promote the development of those competencies necessary for them to successfully transition to adulthood
Benefits
- STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
