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Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 159380
Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice
Division: Programs & Services
Opening Date: 12/19/2023
Closing Date: 12/31/2023 5:00 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: No
Class Code:: GA35
Position Number:: 60031898 (159380)
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 5
Hiring Range - Min.: $37,860.00
Opening Date: 12/19/2023
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.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
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:
This position supports youth by creating and implementing sound re-entry plans, supporting re-entry initiatives, and assisting youth with successful re-entry into the community.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists in the development and implementation of individualized re-entry care plans.
Supports case management functions of helping youth identify goals, link them to opportunities and resources to aid in goal directed behaviors.
Adhere to the Integrated Treatment Model in terms of delivering treatment.
Conducts admissions/intake interviews.
Performs basic data entry and retrieval functions using an electronic management information system.
Coordinates transition and re-entry activities involving community Intensive Supervision Officers and external partners including outreach and support efforts.
Works with youth and youth's support network in order to help them access resources in their respective communities, and thus increase protective factors for the eventual return to their communities.
Coordinates transition services for youth leaving without probation or parole.
Networks and communicates effectively with a variety of diverse groups, organizations and agencies, including juvenile justice and social service professionals, law enforcement, courts, schools, employers, treatment providers.
Provides coaching, mentoring, and skill-building for youth re-entering the community.
Collaborates with Social Workers behind the fence providing crisis intervention when appropriate and communicate crisis conditions to clinical staff.
Participates in collaborative team meetings and trainings; prepares reports, chart notes, and completes data collection forms in a timely, accurate manner.
Communicates effectively both orally and in writing with staff and other collaborative partners.
Maintains appropriate client service standards in compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Manages confidentiality appropriately; maintains appropriate and timely documentation.
Perform all other duties and tasks and required related to the mission of the agency.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor's degree in guidance, counseling, or the social sciences and professional experience in human services or social services programs.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge of services needed, interviewing and supportive counseling, community resources and programs, case management principles, objectives, and method, programs that address the youth needs, job market or job readiness programs, and family dynamics for successful placement.
Ability to effectively communicate with both the South Carolina Board of Juvenile Parole board and with SCDJJ Internal Release Authority.
Ability to effectively work with youth and coworkers in all agency divisions.
Knowledge of agency policies, practices, and procedures. General understanding of the SC Juvenile Justice System.
Under the direct supervision of the Re-Entry Coordinator, responsible for implementing successful re-entry initiatives supporting youth and families.
Must be able to work in a secure facility and the confidence and endurance to work in a chaotic environment.
Work hours may vary depending on the needs of the youth.
This 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 will have direct and indirect contact with juveniles within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided.
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 a 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.
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor's degree and professional experience in casework, counseling, human and/or social services, probation or parole, or a related field.
Additional Comments
The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
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
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.
01
I understand that I will accept an initial duty and workday/shift assignment, which may be changed to meet the needs of DJJ. If selected for this position, are you available to rotate shifts, i.e. nights, days, weekends, holidays, on-call?
02
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.
03
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) 896-5600. 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 29210-5427 - 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.
04
How did you hear about this position?
05
If you answered "DJJ Employee" to the previous question please list employee's name.
06
If you answered "other" , please tell us how you learned of this position.
07
Do you have a valid SC driver's license?
08
Are you at least 21 years old?
09
Do you have a bachelor's degree and professional experience in caseworker, counseling, human and/or social services, probation or parole, or a related field?
Required Question
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 159380
Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice
Division: Programs & Services
Opening Date: 12/19/2023
Closing Date: 12/31/2023 5:00 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: No
Class Code:: GA35
Position Number:: 60031898 (159380)
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 5
Hiring Range - Min.: $37,860.00
Opening Date: 12/19/2023
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.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
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:
This position supports youth by creating and implementing sound re-entry plans, supporting re-entry initiatives, and assisting youth with successful re-entry into the community.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists in the development and implementation of individualized re-entry care plans.
Supports case management functions of helping youth identify goals, link them to opportunities and resources to aid in goal directed behaviors.
Adhere to the Integrated Treatment Model in terms of delivering treatment.
Conducts admissions/intake interviews.
Performs basic data entry and retrieval functions using an electronic management information system.
Coordinates transition and re-entry activities involving community Intensive Supervision Officers and external partners including outreach and support efforts.
Works with youth and youth's support network in order to help them access resources in their respective communities, and thus increase protective factors for the eventual return to their communities.
Coordinates transition services for youth leaving without probation or parole.
Networks and communicates effectively with a variety of diverse groups, organizations and agencies, including juvenile justice and social service professionals, law enforcement, courts, schools, employers, treatment providers.
Provides coaching, mentoring, and skill-building for youth re-entering the community.
Collaborates with Social Workers behind the fence providing crisis intervention when appropriate and communicate crisis conditions to clinical staff.
Participates in collaborative team meetings and trainings; prepares reports, chart notes, and completes data collection forms in a timely, accurate manner.
Communicates effectively both orally and in writing with staff and other collaborative partners.
Maintains appropriate client service standards in compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Manages confidentiality appropriately; maintains appropriate and timely documentation.
Perform all other duties and tasks and required related to the mission of the agency.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor's degree in guidance, counseling, or the social sciences and professional experience in human services or social services programs.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge of services needed, interviewing and supportive counseling, community resources and programs, case management principles, objectives, and method, programs that address the youth needs, job market or job readiness programs, and family dynamics for successful placement.
Ability to effectively communicate with both the South Carolina Board of Juvenile Parole board and with SCDJJ Internal Release Authority.
Ability to effectively work with youth and coworkers in all agency divisions.
Knowledge of agency policies, practices, and procedures. General understanding of the SC Juvenile Justice System.
Under the direct supervision of the Re-Entry Coordinator, responsible for implementing successful re-entry initiatives supporting youth and families.
Must be able to work in a secure facility and the confidence and endurance to work in a chaotic environment.
Work hours may vary depending on the needs of the youth.
This 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 will have direct and indirect contact with juveniles within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided.
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 a 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.
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor's degree and professional experience in casework, counseling, human and/or social services, probation or parole, or a related field.
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
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
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.
01
I understand that I will accept an initial duty and workday/shift assignment, which may be changed to meet the needs of DJJ. If selected for this position, are you available to rotate shifts, i.e. nights, days, weekends, holidays, on-call?
- Yes
- No
02
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
03
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) 896-5600. 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 29210-5427 - 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.
- Yes
- No
04
How did you hear about this position?
- SC Government Website (careers.sc.gov)
- Career Fair
- SC Works
- Indeed.com
- DJJ Employee
- Other
05
If you answered "DJJ Employee" to the previous question please list employee's name.
06
If you answered "other" , please tell us how you learned of this position.
07
Do you have a valid SC driver's license?
- Yes
- No
08
Are you at least 21 years old?
- Yes
- No
09
Do you have a bachelor's degree and professional experience in caseworker, counseling, human and/or social services, probation or parole, or a related field?
- YES
- NO
Required Question
