Job Responsibilities
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of
South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).
About Us
It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.
- This position is eligible for a $1,000 sign-on bonus ***
(DJJ will pay the bonus in installments)
Job Purpose
Entry level specialist position that provides case management coordination services to include assessment, interviewing, planning, monitoring, advocacy, direct supervision and intervention of youth referred to the Department of Juvenile Justice.
Job Duties
Serves as the primary case manager for youth referred to DJJ through diversion, intake, probation or parole supervision.
Interviews youth, family members and any service providers serving the youth to assess youth's level of functioning, strengths and needs.
Monitors youth for compliance with court orders.
Provides alternatives to incarceration through the use of graduated responses and STAP.
Services as on-call agent on...
Provides a comprehensive plan of supervision for the assigned youth to include diversion, intake, probation, or parole.
Develops a comprehensive needs-based case management plan.
Advocates on behalf of youth and families to ensure appropriate, timely and consistent services.
Conducts assessments for services and living arrangements for youth re-entry to the community.
Maintains case file to include JJMS data entry and uploading documents.
Promotes restorative justice practices to address the repair of harm/compensation to victims and communities.
Prepares reports, forms, and participates in various meetings.
Participates in job related training and workshops for professional development.
Minimum And Additional Requirements
Conducts other duties as assigned, required or requested.
Agency Requirements
A high school diploma and related experience. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required related experience.
Note
I f any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position. Salary may vary depending on experience and qualifications. Candidates must present documentation of their attainment of a college degree(s) at the time of the interview. Documentation must be either an official or unofficial copy of the college transcript or a Letter of Verification of Degree from the institution's Registrar's Office. If the candidate selected for the position provided an unofficial copy, it must be replaced with an official copy on or before the HR processing date.
Preferred
Preferred Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences, criminal justice or related field. Experience in strength-based case management, work with community-based programs, intake case management, probation, intensive case-management, criminal justice or equivalent related experience.
Additional Duties
Knowledge of federal/state laws and regulations pertaining to youth offenders and the juvenile justice system.
Knowledge of the objective, techniques and practices of juvenile justice intake/probation functions.
Knowledge of fact-gathering methods and interviewing techniques.
Ability to develop, enhance and work with community collaborative initiatives.
Ability to organize and maintain a caseload.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to facilitate and broker services for youth, their families, and victims.
Ability to utilize a wide range of graduated responses.
Self-starter capable of operating under limited supervision.
Must be proficient in Microsoft and other MS applications.
This position will report to a Community Services Specialist or County Director.
Annually scheduled performance review; information conferences as required or requested.
Works independently or in a group with some discretion when needed.
Self-starter capable of operating under limited supervision.
This position performs job duties relating to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of youths within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice, and the employee may have direct and indirect contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided. Some overnight travel as needed. Must be able to drive and travel throughout the state. Must be able to lift up to 25lbs.
Additional Comments
Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education and work history. Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers. Applications are accepted until
5:00 p.m. on the stated closing date.
You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. A background investigation will be conducted that may include, but not limited to, criminal records, driver's license and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment. Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required. Please provide an explanation for any gaps in employment.
A resume maybe attached with your application, but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.
The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
- State retirement plan and deferred compensation programs
- Health, dental and life insurances
- 13 paid holidays
- 15 days sick leave per year
- Sign on bonus - Community Specialist
