DJS CASE MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST I

By law, the Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is a child-serving agency responsible for assessing the individual needs of referred youth and providing intake, detention, probation, commitment, and after-care services.

The Evening Reporting Center (ERC) is part of the statewide Juvenile Detention Alternative Initiative (JDAI) which allows a youth to remain in the community pending a court appearance. Under this initiative, youth are placed in court ordered alternative to detention programs, as opposed to being placed in secure confinement. The ERC is also used as a Pre-Court service for cases that have been deemed minor in the intake process.

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Evening Reporting Center
721 Woodbourne Ave,
Baltimore, MD 21212

The ERC is responsible for providing supervision and guidance to youth, while maintaining safety, care and program continuity in accordance with established DJS policies and procedures. The main purpose of the Case Management Specialist I at the ERC includes:

- Ensuring the recent/relevant court order, and photo of youth.

-Conducting a verbal orientation with each youth and their parent/guardian to promote
compliance and understanding of ERC rules and regulations.

-Communicating with all appropriate DJS staff and parent/guardians of youth daily
pertaining to youth performance in the program.

-Ensuring youth are held accountable by utilizing sanctions and incentives to promote
pro-social behaviors.

-Documenting service implementation of programming.

-Meeting all deadlines including reports, program planning, and program execution.

-Documenting contact with parent/guardian, appropriate DJS staff, school personnel, and
outside vendors in the Contact Data Base (METS, ASSIST) in a timely manner.

-Assisting with Residential Advisor duties of supervision and transportation of youth as
needed.

Education:   A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: None.

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 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.

1. Candidates who possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in a Social and/or Behavioral Science major such as: Criminal Justice, Sociology, Human Relations, Psychology, Chile and Adolescent Studies, and Social Work ae desired.

2. Candidates who possess at least 1 yr of experience providing services and/or supervision to juveniles are desired.

1. Candidates appointed to positions in this classification must obtain certification by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission.

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.

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.

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.

The assessment will be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related experience and education. For education obtained outside the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service.

Please note that your answers on the Supplemental Questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

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. If you choose to fax or use regular mail, you must include on each page of the attachment 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 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
OHR-Recruitment & Examination Unit
One Center Plaza
120 W. Fayette St.
Baltimore, MD 21201
Attn: Shavonne Holman
Fax number 410-333-4188
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

Should additional information regarding this recruitment be required, please contact DJS Office of Human Resources at djs.ohr@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.

The resulting Certified Eligible List for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

NOTE: Current State employees who desire to be transferred into the same position at another location in State government, submit a transfer request for the level you are interested by clicking on Layoffs/Reinstates/Transfers to enter the Layoffs/Reinstates/Transfers section and follow the instructions.
Individuals with disabilities may call (410) 230-3282 to request auxiliary aids and service.
Veterans are encouraged to apply
The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
Equal Opportunity Employer