Juvenile Justice Case Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Juvenile Justice Case Manager
Location: Evanston–Skokie, IL (Aunt Martha’s Reporting Centers)
Compensation: $20.67–$22.59 per hour

About Aunt Martha’s Health & Wellness
Aunt Martha’s Health & Wellness is committed to supporting the well-being of our communities by ensuring equitable access to care and delivering high-quality services. We foster a culture of innovation while creating environments that allow us to focus on what matters most—providing healthcare and wellness services that make a real impact.

Position Summary
The Juvenile Justice Case Manager provides assessment, counseling, and service coordination for court-involved youth at risk of recidivism. This role focuses on case management, group facilitation, advocacy, life skills development, and educational programming to support positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage an active caseload of 5–10 clients
• Complete intake and enter client data into YASI within 72 hours
• Develop and maintain individualized case plans
• Facilitate individual and group sessions using evidence-based curriculum
• Use motivational interviewing and de-escalation techniques
• Collaborate with probation, law enforcement, schools, families, and providers
• Communicate client needs to Program Coordinator and clinical team
• Ensure client safety during all programming
• Transport clients and support program logistics (including food delivery)
• Maintain agency vehicles as needed
• Complete all documentation and incident reports accurately and on time
• Participate in required trainings and maintain Food Handler Certification

Work Schedule

• Flexible based on program needs
• Evenings and weekends required
• Work across multiple reporting center locations

Care Coordination
May support or participate in care coordination efforts within the program and assigned geographic area.

Trauma-Informed Approach
All work is guided by trauma-informed care principles:

• Safety
• Self-regulation
• Supportiveness
• Strengths-based approach
• Self-care

Compensation & Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holidays)
• Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field required
• Experience working with at-risk or justice-involved youth preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment