DJS Case Management Spec Supr Facility
**Repost**
Recruitment #22-001593-0003
Department | DJS Victor Cullen |
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Date Opened | 6/28/2022 09:00:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 12/27/2022 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $51,481.00 - $84,061.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Crystal Wilson |
Work Location |
Frederick
|
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Victor Cullen Center
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
Provides a level of
supervision that addresses and monitors the specific duties, needs and job
performance of Case Manager positions. This position ensures the implementation
of the Center’s treatment modality and therapeutic interventions. This is the
highest level of work providing direct counseling services to the youth under
our care and custody. Employees in this classification exercise a high degree
of initiative in providing specialized over-site and will be responsible for insuring
that the most complex and difficult cases are handled in accordance to policy
and procedure. This position exercises considerable latitude and judgment in
the application of the available guidelines. This position is at the apex of
facilitating our mission to return our youth to their respective communities as
responsible, productive citizens.
An individual in this
position is expected to:
• Oversee, manage, and
coordinate services for youth residing at VCC;
• Guide and coach
youth in the development of a positive peer culture
• Work with the youth,
the family, and members of the facility’s Inter-disciplinary
Treatment Team.
• Participates as
Treatment Team Member to secure positive behavioral change.
• Guide, teach and
counsel youth in the development of pro-social skills by leading
groups, and
activities; including individual sessions and 7-challeges S/A.
• Act to maintain and
strengthen the youth’s relationships with their family and
Community Case
Manager.
• Facilitate
Aftercare/Transition planning with youth, families, and community
Case Managers;
• Provide direction,
orientation and assistance in the on-going training of Case
Management
Specialists.
• May be called upon
to audit CMS responsibilities for the VCC program, in order to suggest
improvements, insure compliance, and to assist in develop goals for improvement
in accordance with DJS Department policies and procedures.
*Will oversee all
aspects of case management to include auditing and submission al all reports
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Three years of experience providing case management services to emotionally or socially maladjusted, delinquent, victimized or exceptional juveniles in a community or residential setting.
Notes:
1. 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.
2. Candidates may substitute possession of a Master’s degree in the social or behavioral sciences or criminal justice from an accredited college or university for one year of the required experience.
3. 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 experience and education.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The preferred candidate for
this position will possess the following:
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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, or other
closely related field);
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At least one (1) year of supervisory
experience in providing direct services to children in a community or
residential setting.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
1. Candidates appointed to positions in this classification must be fully certified by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission prior to appointment and are required to maintain certification while employed.
2. 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.
3. 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.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. In accordance with the Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209 of the Annotated Code of Maryland, the Maryland Correctional Training Commission shall establish the minimum qualifications for probationary or permanent appointment of a Department of Juvenile Services employee in a mandated position. These requirements are listed in detail in the Code of Maryland Regulations 12.10.01.04, general regulations of the Maryland Correctional Training Commission, and include:
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.
2. 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.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you
provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the
qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your
qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider
information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be
ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on
the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Utilizing the online application process is strongly urged.
However, if you are unable to apply on line you may mail a paper application to
the address below or fax a paper application to the fax number below. Include
your First and Last Name, the Recruitment Number that is located at the top of
the bulletin and the last 4 digits of your SS#. The paper application
must be received by 5:00 pm, close of business, on the closing date for this
recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted. Incorrect application forms will
not be accepted:
Maryland Department of Juvenile Services
217 E. Redwood Street
Baltimore, MD 21802
Attn: Crystal M. Wilson
Fax number 410-333-4180
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
Should additional information regarding this recruitment be
required or if you have any questions, please contact DJS Office of Human
Resources at djs.careers@maryland.gov. Include the Recruitment Title/Number
that is located at the top of the bulletin.
As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to
recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s
diversity.
DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our
country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.
Bilingual applicants are welcome to apply for all recruitments.