DJS CASE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM SUPERVISOR

GRADE

18

LOCATION OF POSITION

DJS- Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center 300 N. Gay Street�� Baltimore, MD 21202

Main Purpose of Job

Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS!� The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives, creating safer communities, and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the role of the DJS Case Management Program Supervisor, so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS!� The main purpose of this position will be facilitate effective and efficient processes that fall under Court and Investigative services in the Baltimore City Region. The Court Services Program Supervisor will be responsible for local implementation of the Youth Family Team Process (YFTP), management of the Transfer of Jurisdictions (TOJ) process in Baltimore City Region, and for leading efforts to expedite the movement of youth through the case processing timeline to reduce unnecessarily long lengths of stay and facilitate returning youth to the community when appropriate.� This position works to establish relationships with both internal and external stakeholders develop and cultivate partnerships, and support efforts to connect youth with services and supports as needed to return youth to the community safely and reduce unnecessary time spent in detention or committed facilities.� Some key responsibilities of this position may include, but not be limited, to the following:� The position will involve coordinating with Community Services and Residential Staff across the State to prepare for, conduct and provide follow up communication and support for the YFTP meetings.� Responsible for weekly monitoring of the population of youth in secure detention, pending placement and residential treatment programs in order to remove barriers and implement opportunities to expedite the movement of youth through the case processing timeline.� Provides management and oversight of the process for drafting and submitting investigation reports for Transfer of Jurisdiction cases as directed.� This position is eligible to work a hybrid telework schedule and may involve non-traditional hours to meet the needs of the youth, families, and partners; may include nights and weekends.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:�A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: Four 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 may possess any of the following qualifications:� 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 fields).� At least one year of supervisory experience in providing direct services to children in a community or residential setting.� At least one year of experience supervising lower-level Case Management Specialists in a community or residential setting.�

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

This recruitment is limited to current DJS employees only.�

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1.�Candidates appointed to positions in this classification are required to become fully certified by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission within 90 days of appointment and 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.

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 completed 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. Candidates will remain on the certified eligible list for a period of one (1) year. The resulting certified eligible list from this recruitment may be used to fill similar positions of the same classification in this or other State agencies.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment will involve a rating of your application based on your education, training, and/or experience as it relates to the position's requirements. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Please report all relevant experience and education. For education obtained outside the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of equivalent American education, as determined by a Foreign Credential Evaluation Service, at the time of hire. Please complete the supplemental questionnaire, if applicable. They will be used when rating applications. Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your completed application to receive credit. Missing or incomplete supplemental questionnaires may impact the overall rating of your completed application.� If you are a Veteran applying for this position, please submit your DD 214 Long Form with your completed application to receive proper credit.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, you may submit a completed paper application and supplemental questionnaire responses via email or fax to the addresses provided below. If using fax or regular mail, ensure each page includes your First and Last Name, the Recruitment Number (located at the top of the posting), and the last four digits of your SS#. Paper application materials must be received by 5:00 PM on the closing date for the recruitment. Applications received after this time, or those with incorrect forms, will not be accepted. Postmarks will not be considered. Maryland Department of Juvenile Services� OHR-Recruitment & Examination Unit� 217 E. Redwood Street� Baltimore, MD 21202� Attn: Nicole Jones, Recruitment #25-002594-0004� � Fax number 410-333-4188� TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the Maryland Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. Should additional information regarding this recruitment be required, please contact the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services, Recruitment and Examination Unit 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 and people with disabilities are welcome to apply for all recruitments. Candidates with lived experience relating to the criminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to apply.

Salary : $69,323 - $112,044