Bilingual Juvenile Case Manager

Who We Are

Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region’s unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms.

Perks of the Gunnison Valley

"The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails, too. You’ll find great restaurants, shopping, arts and events in the valley’s unique mountain towns" For more information on what the valley offers, visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte website here.

Benefits

• Housing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Vacation Leave: based on years of service starting at 8 hours/month
• Sick Leave: 8 hours for each month of service
• Dependent Care FSA
• FSA and HSA
• Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance 1x Annual Salary
• Employer Paid Norton LifeLock Membership
• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, including spouse and children
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mandatory 401(a) 3% Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.
• 401(a) 3% Employer Contribution match
• Voluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.
• 457(b) Up to a 3% Employer Contribution match
• Discounted Pet Insurance, and Gym Memberships

Job Summary

This position will work directly with the Juvenile Services/CYDC Case Manager and be directly responsible for serving in the Juvenile Diversion Program for youth/families that are Spanish speaking. This position provides intervention services for youth and families who are at risk of further involvement in the Juvenile Justice System. Screenings, assessments, case management, mentoring and life skills training, along with victim apology, restitution and restorative justice processes can be required for court-referred youth so they can become better functioning individuals and have no further negative involvement within the justice system. The position will assist in initiating, managing, and monitor Juvenile Diversion contracts, assist in program development, and assist in the administration of mandated screening tools to identify evidence-based programming to carry out the mandates of the diversion statutes as outlined in the Colorado Revised Statutes.

Pay Rate

The hourly range is from $31.28 to $35.61, depending on experience, plus full benefits.

*The County pays monthly on the last weekday of the month.*

View the full job description here.

Hiring Manager

Kari Commerford

KCommerford@gunnisoncounty.org

Anticipated Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled.

• Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Must complete ICS 100 and ICS 700 within the first year of employment.

Qualifications/Education

• Bachelor's degree with a major is social, behavioral, human services, or a related field is required.
• A minimum of 1-2 years of previous case management experience is required.
• Bilingual in Spanish and culturally competent
• Restorative Justice and Trauma Informed training required within 6months of hire