DJS CASE MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST I

The resultant eligible list will be used as a shared list to fill future similar vacancies in the MD Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) Metro Region which includes Montgomery County and Prince George’s County.  Please make sure that you select the Maryland county location(s) on your application where you would like to be considered for employment. Feel free to visit www.djs.maryland.gov to learn more about MD Department of Juvenile Services facilities and offices.

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The Case Management Specialist I is an entry-level position that will provide case management services to juveniles in a residential setting. The position will develop and implement a plan of positive social integration, accountability and competency for asocial, anti-social and emotionally disturbed youth referred to MD Department of Juvenile Services by police, parents, schools, other agencies and community members.  

The MD Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is seeking to fill a DJS Case Management Specialist I entry-level position in the DJS Metro Region’s Community Services Office in  Rockville, MD.  The Case Management Specialist I is an entry-level position that will be responsible for investigating incidents that resulted in delinquent behaviors among youth offenders.  The CMS I will complete Risk and Need assessments to determine the appropriate supervision levels for youth offenders. The incumbent will prepare Treatment Service Plans that are responsive to the needs of the youth and their families. The CMS I will represent the Department in juvenile court by providing testimony and written reports regarding the treatment, rehabilitative needs, and progress of the youth who are under the supervision of the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services.  The DJS CMS will maintain updated information on youth progress in   ASSIST, Challenge and METS databases.

Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: None.

Note: 1.  Candidates may substitute 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 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 education.

• Candidates who possess at least a Bachelor's Degree in a Social and Behavioral Science major such as: Criminal Justice, Sociology, Human Relations, Psychology, Child and Adolescent Studies, and Social Work are desired.

• Candidates who possess at least 1 yr. of experience providing services and/or supervision to at-risk juveniles are desired.

Please complete the Supplemental Questionnaire that can be accessed at the bottom of this bulletin.

The recruitment is limited to candidates who are willing to perform the tasks listed In the DJS APPLICANT WILLINGNESS STATEMENT. 

1. Candidates appointed to positions in this classification must obtain certification by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission.

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.

1. In accordance with the Correctional Services Article of the Maryland Annotated Code, Section 8-209, 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.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application (and on separate pages, if necessary) 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.  Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.

The assessment will be a rating of your application based on your education, training, and experience as it relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate educational and employment information on your application.  Please make sure to provide sufficient information on your application to show the qualifications for this recruitment. For education obtained outside the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service.   If you are scheduled to complete an educational or licensing requirement within six months of the assessment, you may participate in the examination process.  Permanent Maryland State employees may also complete necessary experience requirements within six months of the date of the assessment.  However, such candidates will appear in pending status on the eligible list until documentation has been received that the educational and/or experience requirement have been met.  Credit may be given for relevant part-time, temporary or volunteer experience, if you list the number of hours worked per week.  The Certified Eligible list will be used by the hiring agency to select employees. Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit. Applications that do not include a completed supplemental questionnaire will be considered incomplete and may be subject to disapproval.

The incumbent in this position is a member of a covered bargaining unit and will be required to pay a bi-weekly service fee to the exclusive representative of the bargaining unit.

 

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

 

Online application process is strongly urged.  However, if you are unable to apply on line you may mail a paper application to the address below or fax a paper application  to the fax number below.  If you choose to fax or use regular mail, you must include on each page of the attachment your First and Last Name, the Recruitment Number that is located at the top of the bulletin and the last 4 digits of your SS#.  The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for this recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted: 

   Maryland Department of Juvenile Services

   Office of Human Resources

   120 W. Fayette Street

   Baltimore, MD 21201

   ATTN: Linda Padgett

   TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

Should additional information regarding this recruitment be required, please contact DJS Office of Human Resources at djs.ohr@maryland.gov   Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is located at the top of the bulletin.

The resulting Certified Eligible List for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

Bilingual applicants are welcome to apply for all recruitments.

DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.