Juvenile Justice Clinical Coordinator

Position Description

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and dedicated Juvenile Justice Clinical Coordinator to join our team in providing holistic care and coordination for youth involved in the juvenile justice system. This role is designed for a clinical professional with a strong understanding of mental health, the effects it has on behavior, and a passion for ensuring that youth can successfully reintegrate into their communities. The Clinical Coordinator will assess individual needs, build interdisciplinary teams, and create care plans focused on healing and growth, rather than punishment, for children who may be released from detention.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct multi-faceted needs assessments as juvenile justice cases come in, identifying both immediate and long-term needs to support youth in their reintegration into the community.
• Develop and lead an interdisciplinary team based on the needs of each client, including social workers, mental health professionals, immigration lawyers, education specialists, and other community-based service providers.
• Ensure the client’s needs are addressed from a holistic perspective, including mental health, social services, legal assistance, and educational support.
• Advocate for youth who have entered the juvenile justice system, framing their involvement in the system as a result of underlying needs rather than criminal intentions.
• Collaborate with juvenile justice psychologists or community-based clinicians to facilitate comprehensive psycho-social evaluations and ensure case plans are developed based on evaluation results.
• Provide regular insights on how to support the healing process in the community instead of relying on continued detention or punitive measures.
• Track clients out on PAT ensuring that progress is monitored and documented to demonstrate successful community reintegration and behavioral growth.
• Provide direct, supportive counseling and check-ins with clients and their families, especially in cases with high lethality or significant mental health needs.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between juvenile justice teams and external services to ensure clients receive a continuum of care.
• Monitor the outcomes and effectiveness of care plans and services, making necessary adjustments to improve youth outcomes.
• Regularly assess and manage risks related to clients’ safety and well-being, ensuring that all involved parties are informed and proactive in providing the needed care.
• Serve as an advocate for youth in various settings, including court proceedings, meetings with service providers, and family conferences.
  
  
  

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net .

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW), Psychology, Counseling, or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Experience in advocacy and providing trauma-informed care to youth and families.
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of juvenile justice system processes, including detention, diversion, and rehabilitation options.
• Knowledge of community-based resources for social services, mental health, education, and legal aid, particularly in relation to youth.
• Ability to develop and monitor individualized care plans based on comprehensive assessments and evaluations.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to engage families and professionals in meaningful and supportive ways.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to track progress and manage multiple clients and cases effectively.
• Willingness to work both independently and collaboratively in a remote or hybrid work setting.
  
  
  

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

• Previous experience working with youth in the juvenile justice system and an interdisciplinary team setting is highly preferred.
• Clinical licensure (LCSW, LPC, or similar) preferred.
  
  
  

General Information

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• Regular Full-time
• Monday - Friday | 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.
  
  
  

Salary:

• Depends on Qualifications
• Based on 26 pay periods
  
  
  

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.