Community Specialist Salary $26,988.00 - $49,932.00 Annually Location Statewide, SC Job Type FTE - Full-Time Agency Department of Juvenile Justice Job Number 82500 Closing 1/4/2019 5:00 PM Eastern Residency Requirement No Class Code: GA40 Position Number: 60032279 Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00) Pay Band Band 4 Hiring Range - Min. $28,598.00 Opening Date 10/12/2018 EEO Statement Equal Opportunity Employer Agency Specific Application Procedures: You must apply online at www.careers.sc.gov, and follow the status of your application online. Job Responsibilities This is a re-advertisement. Previous applicants do not need to re-apply. Your application will still be considered. Currently accepting applications for the following counties Greenville County ** If you're not interested in working in the available counties please DO NOT complete an application. ** 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. Serves as the primary case manager for youth referred to DJJ through intake or on probation or parole supervision. Interviews youth, their family and any service providers serving the youth to assess youth's level of functioning, strengths and needs. 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 gap exists. Provides alternatives to incarceration through the use of graduated responses and promotes community safety. Maintains case files, to include JJMS data entry, according to Agency Policy and procedures. Promotes restorative justice practices to address the repair of harm / compensation to victim and community. Conducts pre-release assessments for appropriate services, living arrangements, and formulates plans for clients re-entry to the community. Prepares reports and conducts meetings. Participates in job related training and workshops for professional growth. Conducts other duties as assigned, required or requested. Minimum and Additional Requirements Community Specialist I - $28,598. A bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences, criminal justice or related field. Experience in strength-based case management and work with community-based programs is preferred. Community Specialist II - $30,356. A bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences, criminal justice, or related field. At least one (1) year experience in strength-based case management and work with community-based programs, criminal justice or equivalent related experience. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of federal/state laws and regulations pertaining to 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. Ability to develop, enhance and work with community collaborative initiatives. Ability to organize and maintain a case load. 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. Must be able to perform job duties in a variety of settings to include typical office space, courtrooms, homes of youth, schools, various facilities such as group homes, wilderness camps, and hardware secure or specialized facilities. 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 in an effort 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 up to 25lbs. This position will report to a Community Specialist IV or County Director. Annually scheduled performance review; 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. This position performs job duties relating to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of juveniles within the jurisdiction of the department of juvenile justice, and the employee may have direct and indirect contact with juveniles within the jurisdiction of the department of juvenile justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided. The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes: Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year 15 days sick leave per year 13 paid holidays State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs Additional Comments 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 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 maybe attached with your application, but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application. 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 , which includes prescription coverage and wellness 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 , including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the , which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for , 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. 01 I understand that while entering, leaving, or while on SCDJJ property, my personal vehicle may be searched. Possession of contraband or refusing to submit to such search is grounds of disciplinary action up to and including termination. I further understand that any employee furnishing a DJJ juvenile client with contraband is subject to disciplinary action and criminal prosecution. Yes No 02 I will provide a written report confidentially to the Office of Human Resources Director, and a copy to my Executive Manager (Deputy Director, Associate Deputy Director, Inspector General) of all arrests, convictions, Child Abuse and Neglect Registry, and loss of SC Driver's License within 72 hours of their occurrence. Minor traffic violations need not be reported. Convictions such as driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs are serious violations and therefore must be reported. Yes No 03 I understand that I will be working in a rehabilitative, correctional setting and a degree of personal risk is involved. The agency will provide an orientation to this rehabilitative, correctional setting. Yes No 04 I understand that I will accept an initial duty and workday/shift assignment, which may be changed to meet the needs of DJJ. Yes No 05 I understand that I will be subject to alcohol and other substances testing in accordance with SCDJJ, State, and Federal requirements. Yes No 06 SC State law prohibits the employing of individuals for positions for which a family member supervises or manages. Family member means an individual who is the employee's spouse, parent, brother, sister, child, mother-in-law, father-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, grandparent, grandchild, a child residing in the employee's household, or an individual claimed by the employee or the employee's spouse as a dependent for income tax purposes. If selected for this position I understand my employment cannot be in violation of SC State Law. Yes No 07 Have you or any members of your family ever been a victim of a crime committed by a juvenile who is currently under the supervision of DJJ? If yes, type in yes and give the last name of the juvenile, date and location of trial. If no, please type in no. 08 Are you related to any juvenile who is currently under the supervision of DJJ? If yes, give the last name of the juvenile, date and location of trial. If no, type in no. 09 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. Yes No 10 VALID DRIVERS LICENSE INFORMATION: 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. Please type in your complete driver's license number beginning with the state that issued your driver license. Example: South Carolina 000000000 11 SOCIAL SECURITY INFORMATION. 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. Please type in your social security number. 12 Have you or any members of your immediate family ever testified in a case involving a juvenile who is currently under the supervision of DJJ or in one of the DJJ facilities? If yes, type in yes and give the last name of the juvenile, date and location of trial. If no, type in no. 13 Are you currently a South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice Employee? Yes No 14 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, 4900 Broad River Road, 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 - 4900 Broad River Road, Columbia, SC 29210-5427 - Ph: 803-896-9595; 504 Special Education Office, 1830 Shivers Road, Columbia, SC I have read and fully understand DJJ's position concerning the law. Yes No 15 If selected for this position, are you available to rotate shifts, i.e. nights, days, weekends, holidays, on-call? Yes No 16 Please provide an email address that you check frequently? 17 Indicate your highest level of education. GED High School diploma Associate Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree PhD Juris Doctor 18 If you possess a degree please indicate the type and discipline, and if it does not apply to you please put N/A? (ie Bachelor's in Social Science) 19 Do you have a bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences, criminal justice or related field? Yes No 20 Do you have experience in strength-based case management? Yes No 21 Do you have experience working with community-based programs? Yes No 22 Do you have at least one (1) year experience in strength-based case management and work with community-based programs, criminal justice or equivalent related experience? Yes No 23 Are you willing to work in Greenville County in the Upstate Region? Yes No 24 Are you willing to work in Laurens County in the Upstate Region? Yes No 25 How did you hear about this position? SC Government Website (jobs.sc.gov) Career Fair SC Works Indeed.com Radio Advertisement DJJ Employee Other 26 If you answered "other" to the previous question, please tell us how you learned of this position. 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.