Juvenile Caseworker

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CIRCUIT COURT CRAWFORD COUNTY FAMILY DIVISION JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE

Juvenile Caseworker

REPORTS TO

Court Administrator This is a position classified under the union agreement between the Michigan Association of Public Employees (M.A.P.E.) and Crawford County Courts. SUMMARY Investigates assigned juvenile delinquency cases and recommends appropriate disposition, supervises assigned probationers, maintains case documentation and performs other functions related to case supervision.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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• denotes duties or responsibilities judged to be "essential job functions" in terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act or ADA).
• Interviews law enforcement officers, clients, victims, school officials, client's family, agencies involved with clients, and other pertinent parties. Reviews incident reports and police records, assesses home environment, and obtains other relevant information necessary for a dispositional recommendation.
• Assesses information obtained during investigations and recommends the most appropriate disposition, including placement, treatment plans, and other relevant terms and conditions.
• Meets regularly with assigned probationers to discuss and monitor compliance with the terms and conditions of probation. Obtains, reviews, and discusses attendance records, and treatment status/progress reports with school officials, treatment agencies, and others involved with probationers.
• Advises youths and their families about basic employment, family relationship, and educational issues. Makes referrals to outside agencies for counseling and treatment as necessary.
• Responds to crisis and emergency intake situations and determines the most appropriate reaction in accordance with case history and court policies and procedures.
• Consults with child care facility staff, treatment agency staff, and others regarding the status, needs, and progress of assigned youths. Participates in the development and modification of treatment plans.
• Appears and testifies in court regarding case investigations and recommendations.
• Prepare progress reports on juveniles for court hearings.
• Documents interaction with probationers, probationers' families, and others involved with probationers, including telephone calls, visitation, and other relevant contacts during case supervision. Establishes and maintains personal files for each case.
• Meets with youths in violation of court-ordered terms and conditions of probation and attempts to obtain voluntary compliance. Initiates the issuance of show cause notices and bench warrants for violations of terms and conditions of probation.
• Interviews prospective adoptive parents, assesses home environment and prepares reports of findings for adoption proceedings.
• Participates in the development and monitoring of programs designed to assist juveniles and families. Assigns youths to programs and monitors attendance and progress.
• May transport juveniles to locations such as detention facilities, community service sites, evaluations, and counseling.
• Serves as on-call contact. Responds to Law Enforcement Agencies and/or MDHHS when requested. Communicate with the Judge, Court Administrator, Referee, detention centers, transporters, parents, and juveniles. Find appropriate placement options, and complete court orders and intake paperwork.
• Conducts random alcohol and drug testing in accordance with established court policy. Submits tests to designated laboratories for results verification.
• May assist in all Court Divisions when necessary to meet the needs of the court.
• Respond to after-hour on-call incidents with youth.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief Judge, Family Court Judge, or Court Administrator.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed by such a person.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor's degree in social sciences or a related human services field.

Experience:

Minimum three to six months of prior experience (including internships and on-the-job training) in counseling, mental health, correctional, substance abuse agency, or related area.

Core Competencies:

The position requires the ability to work independently, be adaptable and detail-oriented, comprehend and apply statutes and court rules, multitask, and be adept at operating all automated systems to assist the court in managing information. Must possess strong problem-solving abilities, decisiveness, a strong work ethic, and math skills particular to the position as well as organizational, excellent written and verbal communication, time management, and conflict resolution skills. The qualifications listed above are guidelines for selection purposes; alternative qualifications may be substituted if sufficient to perform the duties of the job.

CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE

Valid Michigan Driver's License.

Upon hire:

Michigan Judicial Institute Certification for Juvenile Probation Officers and Caseworkers. Michigan Juvenile Justice Assessment Systems Certification. Michigan Judicial Institute Juvenile Court Staff Certification.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $19.29 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Experience:

Social work: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person