Juvenile Justice Specialist

3 weeks ago

Belleville, Illinois, United States Children's Home and Aid Full time

About the Role:

The Juvenile Justice Specialist is a critical member of our team, providing strength-based, trauma-informed case management services to juvenile justice-involved youth. This role is a key part of our collaborative, wraparound approach to services, focusing on increasing protective factors, including emotional regulation and educational and vocational goals, to set youth up for a safe and successful future, free of incarceration.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Meet with youth and families in their homes and other community-based locations, providing individualized services aimed at strengthening relationships, addressing trauma, and building positive community connections.
  • Help youth and families navigate the Juvenile Justice System, working closely with other service providers such as educational and workforce readiness programs, local probation departments, and mental health and substance abuse treatment providers to ensure coordination of services.
  • Complete thorough and timely documentation, including assessment and service notes, using a web-based client services platform.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a closely related social services field required.
  • Experience working with juvenile justice-involved youth highly desirable.
  • Valid driver's license, insurance, and a reliable vehicle required.
  • Clear and strength-based communication style, both verbally and in your written communication, required.

What We Offer:

  • Range starts at $20/hr; offers are commensurate with experience.
  • Medical/dental/vision insurance, 3+ weeks paid time off in the first year including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day (PTO increases with tenure); 11 paid holidays, supplemental insurance options, 401(k) with match.
  • Hybrid (remote/in office) work arrangement, with flexibility for evening appointments to accommodate clients' schedules.
  • Opportunity to work with a diverse and inclusive team of passionate advocates for youth and families.

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