Djs Resources Specialist
Djs Resources Specialist
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
$ 60987 - 98313
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Introduction
Mission statement
To transform young peoples lives createsafer communities and forge more equitable systems through community-basedpartnerships that hold youth accountable while building on their strengths andsupport systems.
Vision Statement
Providing pathways to success for youth andfamilies through partnerships
across Maryland.
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
The DJS Resources Specialistwill coordinate and adviseon the placement process for youth who areunder the jurisdiction of the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services Eastern Region. The DJS Resources Specialist will work directly with staff regarding the needsof youth by providing expertise in treatment options fiscal resourcesavailability of programs and program development.The DJS Resources Specialist will ensure that the provision ofindividualized services to youth are appropriate and efficient by identifyingand procuring services that meet the needs of the youth in the leastrestrictive environment and are fiscally responsible and consistent withpublic safety concerns.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:A Bachelors degree in the social or behavioral sciences or criminal justice from an accredited four year college or university.
Experience: Two years of experience providing case management services to emotionally or socially maladjusted delinquent victimized or exceptional juveniles in a community or residential setting.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute possession of 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 possession of a Masters degree in the social or behavioral sciences or criminal justice from an accredited college or university for one year of the required experience.
may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Social Servicesclassifications or Social Services specialty codes in the SocialScience Psychology and Welfare field of work on a year-for-yearbasis for the required experience and education.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Strong preference will be given to applicants that possessthe following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specificinformation on your application regarding these qualifications.
Knowledge of public and privateresources that address DJS juvenile service needs
Experience with DJS placementprocess
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
Thisrecruitment is limited to current Maryland Department of Juvenile ServicesEmployees.
LICENSES REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that youprovide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet thequalifications for this recruitment. All information concerning yourqualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not considerinformation submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked asBest Qualified Better Qualified or Qualified and placed on the employment(eligible) list for at least one year.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment will be a ratingof your application based on your education training and experience as theyrelate to the requirements of the position. Therefore it is essential that youprovide complete and accurate information on your application. Please reportall related experience and education. For education obtained outside the will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education asdetermined by a foreign credential evaluation service. Please note that youranswers on the Supplemental Questionnaire must correspond to the informationprovided on your application to receive credit.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application processisstronglyurged. However if you are unable to apply on lineyou may mail a paper application to the address below or fax a paperapplication to the fax number below. If you choose to fax or regular mail youmust include on each page of the attachment your First and Last Name theRecruitment Number that is located at the top of the bulletin and the last 4digits of your SS#. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted:
Maryland Department of Juvenile Services
Attention:Tabitha Andrews
203 River Street
Snow Hill MD 21863
Faxnumber
TTY Users:call via Maryland Relay
Should additional informationregarding this recruitment be required please contact DJS Office of HumanResources at Include the Recruitment Title/Numberthat is located at the top of the bulletin.
DJS values the experiencegained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply forall current recruitments.
The resulting CertifiedEligible List for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this orother State agencies.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
