Residential Placement Specialist

Title: Residential Placement Specialist

State Role Title:Counselor II

Hiring Range: $58377 - $70645

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice

Location:Central Admission&Placement

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) protects the public by preparing court-involved youth to be successful citizens. DJJ is committed to excellence in public safety by providing effective interventions that improve the lives of youth strengthening both families and communities within the Commonwealth.

We are hiring for a Residential Placement Specialist (Central Admissions and Placement) to provide each juvenile committed to the Department of Juvenile Justice with comprehensive case management services that include a thorough review of the case file to ensure that the length of confinement is accurate that the identification of services are made through the evaluation process includes the agencys practice model (risk need responsivity) and that placement is made in the least restrictive environment necessary based on risk and need. The Residential Placement Specialist is to serve as a liaison between DJJ and alternative programs to promote effective communication training partnerships and provide case management to juveniles placed in alternative placements. Additionally to develop comprehensive re-entry case plans based on the results of the evaluation period and target criminogenic need areas of the juveniles.

This is a public- facing position that requires in-person face to face work with the public to include staff and/or juveniles in our care. Requires in-person work with juveniles and/or their families both in the office and virtually. Requires in-person facility visits and participation in collaborative/multidisciplinary staff meetings.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm (subject to change based on need)

Core responsibilities include and are not limited to:

• Effective oral and written communication skills.
  
• The ability to work effectively with residents families Court Service Units and other DJJ personnel.
  
• Understanding of confidentiality and professionalism as it pertains to DJJ cases and case documentation.
  
• Identify possible alternative placement options and services through the continuum based upon risk and needs outlined within the commitment packet.
  
• For intakes completed within the community develop a collaborative process to share information and ensure assessments/evaluations are coordinated effectively
  between the JDC CAP and BSU
  
• Ensure all mental health/treatment information is requested from the CSU to support the evaluation/assessment process.
  
• Facilitate orientation/intake within 24 hours of resident arrival to complete required documents.
  
• Notify the parent/guardian of the resident arrival/admission to the facility within 24 hours to convey visitation process and address any concerns or questions.
  
• Monitor needs and rights of residents assigned to various intake sites within the community and intervene as necessary through a minimum weekly individual contact (except for those in crises) as required by policy and procedure.
  
• Complete/submit release packets to include all required forms.
  
• Assist with gathering pertinent information for alternative placements to accept/receive residents in their program.
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of case management services to include processing of legal and other documents for admission to direct care evaluation LOS calculation
  
• Knowledge of case management services to classification and ongoing case management of Alternative Placement cases.
• Demonstrate ability to use motivational interviewing to work with juveniles engage families and parole officers to effectively evaluate and develop the initial comprehensive re-entry case plan.
• Experience working effectively with community partners Regional Service Coordinators and outside providers.

Additional Considerations

• Knowledge of the Departments practice model (YASI-risk need responsivity) and how to use the tool to work effectively with juveniles.
• Experience in case management practices preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Application Process:
Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the positions closing date. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Applications sent through postal mail email or fax will not be considered.

Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge skills and abilities.
You will be provided an email confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application. Status updates will not be provided via telephone or email.

Background & Pre-employment Screenings:
Selected applicants are subject to a background investigation and pre-employment drug screen. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (if required and relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Pre-employment medical screenings are required for some DJJ positions.

Driver License: A valid drivers license is required of DJJ employees to operate a state-owned or leased vehicle.

Supplemental Questions:
You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.

Lay off Policy 1.3:
If you have been impacted by the DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and have a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card) it is necessary to submit the card before the closing date for this position. You can include the Card as an attachment with your state application.

DJJ Welcomes Veterans:
DJJ is committed to recruiting hiring and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible to receive additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military National Guard or Reserve. If applicable please submit form DD-214 with your state application.

The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S. a Lawful Permanent Resident or an alien authorized to work.

Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable Accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact our Human Resources Department for further assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Department of Juvenile Justice practices fair and equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race sex color national origin religion sexual orientation gender identity age veteran status political affiliation genetics or disability in the recruitment selection and hiring of its workforce. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is our goal to foster a culture that demonstrates the principles of civility diversity opportunity and inclusion.

Contact Information

Name: Talent Acquisition Team

Phone: Please email your questions to

Email:

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.