Job Responsibilities

THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR A $1,000 SIGN-ON BONUS*

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 .

Do you have a passion for strengthening the community, promoting better mental, physical and societal health and supporting youth? As Community Specialist, you will use your personal skills and experience to maintain a safe environment through appropriate supervision and use of behavioral management skills in order to guide youth through daily living and leisure activities.

Job Purpose:

Entry level specialist position that provides case management coordination services to include assessment, interviewing, planning, monitoring, advocacy, direct supervision and intervention of youth referred to the Department of Juvenile Justice.

Job Responsibilities:

Serves as the primary case manager for youth referred to DJJ through diversion, intake probation, or parole supervision.

Interviews youth, their family, and any service providers serving the youth to assess the youth's level of functioning, strengths, and needs.

Prepares reports and conducts meetings.

Provides a comprehensive plan of supervision for the assigned youth who may be serving secure commitments, placed in alternative settings, or residing in the community.

Develops a comprehensive picture of the youth's service and treatment needs. Intercedes and advocates on behalf of youth and their families to ensure appropriate, timely, and consistent services.

Develops and brokers community services where a gap exists.

Maintains case files, including JJMS data entry, according to Agency Policy and procedures.

Provides alternatives to incarceration through the use of graduated responses and promotes community safety.

Promotes restorative justice practices to address the repair of harm/compensation to victims and the community.

Conducts pre-release assessments for appropriate services and living arrangements and formulates plans for clients' re-entry to the community.

Participates in job-related training and workshops for professional growth.

Conducts other duties as assigned, required, or requested.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State Requirements:

A bachelor's degree involving special training in the field of social science or its equivalent.

Additional Requirements:

Knowledge of federal/state laws and regulations about juvenile offenders and the juvenile justice system.

Knowledge of the objective, techniques, and practices of juvenile justice intake/probation functions.

Knowledge of fact-gathering methods and interviewing techniques.

Knowledge of federal/state laws and regulations about juvenile offenders and the juvenile justice system.

Ability to develop, enhance, and work with community collaborative initiatives.

Ability to organize and maintain a caseload.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to facilitate and broker services for juveniles, their families, and victims.

Ability to utilize a wide range of graduated responses.

Must be proficient in Microsoft and other MS applications.

This position will report to a Community Specialist IV or County Director.

Annually scheduled performance review; and information conferences as required or requested. Works independently or in a group with some discretion when needed.

Self-starter capable of operating under limited supervision.

Must be able to perform job duties in a variety of settings.

Must be able to work with non-incarcerated and incarcerated youth and their families.

Must be able to work closely with community partners and sister agencies to broker services for 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 lift to 25lbs

This position performs job duties relating to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of youths within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice, and the employee may have direct and indirect contact with youths within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice.

Training applicable to these duties will be provided.

Preferred Qualifications

Agency Preferred Requirements :

A bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences, criminal justice, or related field. Experience in strength-based case management and work with community-based programs, criminal justice, or equivalent related experience.

Note : If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position. Salary may vary depending on experience and qualifications. Candidates must present documentation of their attainment of a college degree(s) at the time of the interview. Documentation must be an official or unofficial copy of the college transcript or Letter of Verification of Degree from the institution's Registrar's Office. If the candidate selected for the position provided an unofficial copy, it must be replaced with an official copy on or before the HR processing date.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justic e 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

Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education, and work history. Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers. Applications are accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the stated closing date.

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. A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.
*Sign-on bonuses cannot be offered or given to employees moving from other agencies by transfer, promotion, or demotion. Sign-on bonuses are limited to one per employee per year.

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 inhealth insurance , which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits.Other available insurance benefitsinclude dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offeredretirement plan options , including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in theSouth 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 forother 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.

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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 has 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.

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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 in any other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability or national origin. Any acts you feel are in violation please contact the Office of Human Resources, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC (803) 896-5607. The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice's School District also does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of 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 Ph: 803-896-9595; Special Education Office, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC. I have read and fully understand DJJ's position concerning the law.

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Do you have a high school diploma and related experience?

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Do you have a bachelor's degree?

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Please describe your experience in strength-based case management, working with community-based programs, intake case management, probation, intensive case management, criminal justice, or equivalent related experience.

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How did you hear about this position?

SC Government Website (jobs.sc.gov)
Career Fair
SC Works
Indeed.com
DJJ Employee
Other

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If you answered "DJJ Employee" to the previous question please list employee's name.

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If you answered "Other" to the previous question, please tell us how you learned of this position.

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Do you have a valid SC driver's license?

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Are you at least 21 years of age?

Required Question

Agency

State of South Carolina

Agency

Department of Juvenile Justice

Address

P O Box 21069
4900 Broad River Road, Building 2007
Columbia, South Carolina, 29221-1069

Phone

803-896-5600

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.