Pre-Trial Release Case Manager

Trestle, Inc. • Centennial, CO

2d • $45,000 - $60,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Trestle Programs, Inc. is seeking a Pre-Trial Release Case Manager for its 18th Judicial District CYDC Programs in Centennial, Colorado. The role provides intensive case management and ongoing assessment for eligible youth. Trestle supports families through the judicial process by assessing, supervising, and connecting them to services, offering an alternative to detention intended to reduce recidivism and long-term involvement in the juvenile justice system.

The Case Manager works under the direct supervision of the Pre-Trial Supervisor and indirect supervision of the Lead Case Manager. The position is full-time and non-exempt, with a stated salary range of $45,000–$60,000 depending on experience. Work takes place partly in the field, including home and school visits and court attendance, and partly in a standard office environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; a degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology, sociology, or a closely related field is desired.
• Knowledge of the juvenile justice system, human services system, CYDC, and juvenile program resources and services within the judicial district.
• Skilled in writing and speaking, time management, organization, attention to detail, basic computer processes, and keyboarding.
• Ability to interpret and translate facts and information; clarify intent, explain rationale, advise others on appropriate courses of action, and obtain information.
• Ability to work with diverse populations using culturally sensitive practices.
• Ability to maintain professional performance, demeanor, and appearance.
• Ability to collaborate with human service and law enforcement agencies.
• Must pass criminal background checks, including CBI, FBI, and TRAILS.
• Must be subject to pre-employment, post-accident or incident, and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.
• Must have access to a personal vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license and current vehicle insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual Spanish skills preferred.
• One to three years of experience with service referrals and case management practices preferred.
• Knowledge of and experience with the juvenile justice system and at-risk youth preferred.
• A degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology, sociology, or a closely related field is desired.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake interviews, explain program expectations to youth and families, and check for understanding.
• Prepare case plans to help youth comply with court orders and arrange appropriate services for youth and families.
• Supervise youth according to bond conditions, participant agreements, and the step system.
• Conduct home, school, employment, and other community visits according to procedures.
• Attend multidisciplinary team staffings, expulsion hearings, IEP meetings, and other meetings as needed.
• Monitor electronic home monitoring (EHM) and GPS conditions and scheduling.
• Facilitate random urinalysis testing when appropriate.
• Document client contacts and information about compliance with case plan goals according to policy and procedures.
• Prepare status and bond violation reports for court hearings and provide case-planning recommendations to the court.
• Provide court coverage as required and attend court for youth when necessary.
• Submit case termination forms and closeout summaries according to office procedures.
• Submit data entries to the Data Specialist and complete CJRAs as required.
• Maintain a file for every youth according to protocol.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick time accrued monthly, depending on years of service.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Employer-paid employee-only medical, dental, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Employer-paid 60% of dependent coverage; vision coverage is offered at the employee’s expense.
• 401(k) with up to 6% employer match.
• Five weeks of paid sabbatical after every five years of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time