South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice
Greenville County, South Carolina
Community Services Supervisor - Greenville County
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- Location
- Greenville County, South Carolina
- Compensation
- $46,206 - $78,540/yr
- Posted
- 2 days ago
- Apply on
- governmentjobs.com
About this role
About the Department
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:
Under limited supervision by the County Director, assists in the development and implementation of intake, probation, and parole services for youth referred to DJJ.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinates and supervises all aspects of the day-to-day business for youth referred to DJJ for diversion, intake, probation, or parole supervision.
Ensures subordinate staff conduct interviews/meetings for juveniles, family members and any service providers servicing the youth to assess juveniles' level of functioning, strengths, and needs.
Supports subordinate staff in providing alternatives to incarceration through the use of graduated responses and STAP.
Serves as on-call agent on rotation.
Ensures subordinate staff conduct interviews/meetings for juveniles, family members and any service providers servicing the youth to assess juveniles' level of functioning, strengths, and needs.
Supports subordinate staff in providing alternatives to incarceration through the use of graduated responses and STAP.
Serves as on-call agent on rotation.
Ensures subordinate staff provide a comprehensive plan of supervision for the assigned youth to include diversion, intake, probation, or parole.
Assists subordinate staff in developing a comprehensive needs-based case management plan.
Advocates on behalf of youth and families to ensure appropriate, timely and consistent services.
Ensures subordinate staff conducts assessments for services and living arrangements for youth re-entry to the community.
Assists subordinate staff where needed.
Ensures subordinate staff maintains case file to include JJMS data entry and uploading documents.
Promotes restorative justice practices to address the repair of harm/compensation to victims and communities.
Prepares reports, forms, and participates in various meetings.
Participates in job related training and workshops for professional development.
Conducts other duties as assigned, required or requested.
Position Duties
STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor's degree in a social science.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
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 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.
This position 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 may have direct and indirect contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided.
Some overnight travel for training as needed.
Must be able to drive and travel throughout the state.
Must be able to physically lift up to 25 lbs.
Minimum Qualifications
PREFERRED AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor's degree in social science and three (3) years of experience in strength-based case management, work with community-based programs, intake case management, probation, intensive case management, criminal justice, or equivalent related experience to include one (1) year of supervisory experience.
Other Qualifications
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 explain any gaps in employment. A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.
Benefits
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.
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.
Supplemental Questions
01
I understand that 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 other employment aspects based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, or national origin. Any acts you feel are in violation, please get in touch with the Office of Human Resources, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC (803) 896-5607.
- 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
I understand that the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice's School District also does not discriminate in any programs or activities based on 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
I understand that my fingerprint record received from the FBI and SLED must indicate no felony convictions as a condition of employment.
- Yes
- No
05
I certify that I have not been convicted of any criminal offenses that carries a sentence of 1 year or more or any criminal offenses that involves moral turpitude (an act contrary to the accepted rule of right and duty to man and society). Forfeiture of bond, a guilty plea, or plea of nolo contendere is considered the equivalent of a conviction.
- Yes
- No
06
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 SCDJJ? If yes, type in “Yes” and give your last name of the juvenile, date, and location of trial. If no, please type “No”.
07
Do you currently or have you ever worked in or have been professionally associated with a prison, jail, lock, community confinement facility, juvenile facility or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. § 1997?
- Yes
- No
08
If you answered “Yes” to the previous question, please list the institution(s) and your date(s) of employment.
09
Do you have a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
10
Are you at least 21 years of age?
- Yes
- No
11
Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the U.S.?
- Yes
- No
12
Are you currently employed or have you previously been employed with SCDJJ?
- Yes
- No
13
Are you able to perform the essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation?
- Yes
- No
14
How did you hear about this position?
- The State Jobs Website
- Career Fair
- Indeed.com
- SC Works
- DJJ Employee
- Other
15
If you answered "DJJ Employee" to the above question, please list employee's name.
16
If you answered "Other" for the previous question, please specify.
17
Do you have a bachelor's degree and related experience?
- Yes
- No
18
Do you have at least two (3) years of experience in strength-based case management, work with community-based programs, intake case management, probation, intensive case management, criminal justice, or equivalent related experience?
- Yes
- No
19
I understand that any misrepresentation, omission of facts, or otherwise falsification on this application and attachments will result in disapproval of this application or termination of employment.
- Yes
- No
20
Please provide us with two (2) references. One (1) professional reference and one (1) personal reference (non-family member). Please list name(s), phone number(s), and email address(es).
Required Question
Agency Information
EmployerState of South CarolinaAgency Department of Juvenile Justice Address P O Box 210694900 Broad River Road, Building 2007
Columbia, South Carolina, 29221-1069 Phone803-896-9440
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