Djs Case Management Specialist I, Facility

State of Maryland•Baltimore City, MD

About The Position

The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives, creating safer communities, and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the role of Case Management Specialist I, Facility , so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS! A DJS Case Management Specialist I, Facility is an entry-level position providing case management services for juveniles in a residential setting. Employees implement and coordinate the delivery of services and treatment plans for juveniles detained pending adjudication or disposition, or committed to the Department of Juvenile Services.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Candidates may substitute possession of an Associate of Arts degree in the social or behavioral sciences or criminal justice from an accredited college or university and two years of experience providing direct services to children in a community or residential setting for the required education.
Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Social Services classifications or Social Services specialty codes in the Social Science, Psychology and Welfare field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
Candidates appointed to positions in this classification must obtain certification by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission.
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
Employees in this classification that are employed at DJS Youth Centers may be required to complete a Board approved medication technician training program and possess a valid Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON) certification as a Medication Technician.
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, and Physical and psychological examinations.
Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

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.
Experience coordinating treatment plans for youth, including working with families, service providers, and community partners to support positive youth outcomes.
Experience investigating incidents of delinquent behavior in a residential setting.
Experience conducting risk and needs assessments to ensure youth safety and accountability.

Responsibilities

implement and coordinate the delivery of services and treatment plans for juveniles detained pending adjudication or disposition, or committed to the Department of Juvenile Services