Case Manager
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About Our Job This is a limited position with an expected end date of December 31, 2024. However, it is grant funded and expected to renew on a yearly basis. With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. What We Offer The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to: A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service 457B Retirement Plan 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 11 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 1 volunteer day per year Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date At the Office of Social Equity and Innovation (OSEI), we are dedicated to the vision of a city where race and other social identities no longer predict life outcomes and where all have equitable opportunities to thrive. Driven by a commitment to anti-racist principles, we strive to create a more equitable Denver through the shaping of policies, practices, and budget priorities that create targeted solutions for historically marginalized communities. Our work revolves around advocating for systemic changes, inclusive policy strategies through transformative training, research, and impactful initiatives to promote racial and social equity for the City and County of Denver. The Office of Social Equity and Innovation, Youth Programs division is seeking a dedicated Case Manager to join our team and provide essential support to juveniles on the Pretrial Release Program. In this role, you'll play a vital part in helping young people navigate challenges and succeed in their communities. In addition, the ideal candidate will provide essential intake screening services for juveniles in the City and County of Denver as well as playing a crucial role in assessing and evaluating youth who are detained. This position is part of the Second Judicial District Youth Detention Continuum Program, formerly called the Senate Bill 94 Program. The Youth Detention Continuum is a statewide collaborative effort which focuses on the appropriate placement of youth in the detention continuum. The programs philosophy is based on the belief that not all youth require secure detention. The foundation of the program is the partnership between state agencies and local organizations. Key Responsibilities: Conduct Comprehensive Assessments: Gather detailed social histories, analyze data, and develop tailored action plans to address the unique needs of each juvenile. Provide Direct Support: Offer guidance, counseling, and referrals to community resources to support youth's progress and well-being. Collaborate with Professionals: Work closely with attorneys, judges, and other agencies to ensure effective case management. Respond to youth behaviors and compliance on supervision and focusing on community safety. Monitor and Evaluate: Conduct regular check-ins with youth, families, and service providers to assess progress and make necessary adjustments. Maintain Documentation: Keep accurate records of case notes, data, and reports. Represent Youth: Attend court hearings and advocate for the best interests of juveniles. Case Management: Develop and implement case plans, conduct assessments, and provide structured supervision to pre-adjudicated juveniles. Community Outreach: Collaborate with families, schools, and other professionals to evaluate youth's progress and address their needs. Adheres to all protocols set forth in the Case Management Protocol Handbook. Intake Screening: conduct screening tool and other assessments as needed to determine detention or home release on youth arrested on a rotational weekly basis, as well as one weekend shift a month. Performs other duties as assigned. Our ideal candidate will have: Familiarity with commonly used risk/need assessment and treatment assessment tools. Understanding of effective interventions and evidence-based practices for working with youth. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Detailed orientated and working knowledge of Excel. Ability to problem solve in stressful situations. Ability to multi-task in stressful situations. Prior experience engaging/mentoring high-risk youth Prior work experience with law enforcement Bilingual (Spanish) preferred Minimum Qualifications: Education requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, Criminal Justice, or a related field. Experience Requirement: One (1) year of experience in performing case management including completing comprehensive needs assessments and developing and implementing case plans. Or one (1) year of experience in case work and counseling in areas such as Diversion, Probation, alcohol and drug abuse, community based treatment case management, or a closely related area. Education/Experience Equivalency: One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education License/Certifications: By position, requires eligibility to possess a Certified Addictions Counselor (CAC) certificate or an Alcohol and Drug Evaluation Specialist (ADES) Certification from the State of Colorado at the time of application. Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements. About Everything Else Job Profile CN2163 Diversion and Criminal Justice Officer To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here. Position Type Limited (Fixed Term) Position Salary Range $25.57 - $38.36 Starting Pay Based on Experience and Education Agency Office of Social Equity & Innovation The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact ...@Denvergov.org with three business days notice. 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