Community Services Specialist -Tri-County

Job Responsibilities If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of South Carolina\'s youth, consider joining the dedicated people of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ). Mission It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation. Job Purpose Under general supervision plans, organizes and supervises administrative activities in an assigned County office. Provides coordination and support for basic case management activities. Job Responsibilities Presents a professional demeanor when working with the public. Prepares correspondence and reports as needed. Answers phones and routes calls appropriately. Provides database entry for all incoming materials to include reports from law enforcement, victims, and others. Implements and maintains procedures for recording and filing administrative forms, reports, documents and other materials. Supports the practice of electronic files. Responsible for supplies and office inventories. Is familiar with office equipment use. Participates in job related training and workshops for professional development. Conducts other related job duties as assigned, required or requested. Minimum And Additional Requirements STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: A high school diploma. Related clerical experience may be substituted for a high school diploma. Additional Requirements Ability to communicate effectively with the public in handling inquiries and communicating information. Ability to develop knowledge of Community-Based services and as needed share these service provider contacts to benefit juveniles, their families and victims. Knowledge of word processing, current office management practices and the ability to learn how to use the Juvenile Justice Management System (JJMS). Knowledge of grammatical rules, language usage and report formatting; the ability to organize and support office activities. Knowledge of the care and operations of standard office equipment and machines. Must be able to work with non-incarcerated and incarcerated youth and their families. Some overnight travel for training as needed. Must be able to drive and travel throughout the state. Must be able to physically lift up to 25lbs. This position performs job duties relating to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice and the employee may have direct and direct contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided. Preferred Qualifications PREFERRED AGENCY REQUIREMENTS: A high school diploma and two (2) years clerical experience. Additional Comments The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes: Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Health, dental, and life insurance 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year 15 days of sick leave per year 13 paid holidays State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to, criminal records, driver\'s license, and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment. Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required. Please provide an explanation for any gaps in employment. Benefits For State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available. Equal Opportunity Statement I understand that the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice is an equal opportunity employer. DJJ does not discriminate in hiring, promotions, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, or other employment aspects based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, or national origin. Any acts you feel are in violation, please get in touch with the Office of Human Resources, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC View phone number on click.appcast.io. Non-Discrimination Statement (School District) I understand that the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice\'s School District also does not discriminate in any programs or activities based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age. The following offices have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the school district\'s nondiscrimination policies: Title IX - Inspector General\'s Office - 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC 29210-5427 - Ph: View phone number on click.appcast.io; Special Education Office, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC I have read and fully understand DJJ\'s position concerning the law. Adjacency/Contact Restrictions I understand that SCDJJ will not hire or promote anyone who may have contact with residents and shall not enlist the services of any contractor who may have contact with residents who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility juvenile facility, or other institution (as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997); has been convicted of engaging in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described above. Fingerprint & Background Check I understand that my fingerprint record received from the FBI and SLED must indicate no felony convictions as a condition of employment. Criminal Records Statement I certify that I have not been convicted of any criminal offenses that carries a sentence of 1 year or more or any criminal offenses that involves moral turpitude (an act contrary to the accepted rule of right and duty to man and society). Forfeiture of bond, a guilty plea, or plea of nolo contendere is considered the equivalent of a conviction. #J-18808-Ljbffr