Screening SpecialistService Navigator(4700-40)

Cincinnati, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Screening Specialist/Service Navigator (4700-40)

Deadline to Apply: March 2 2026

Work Location:

Assessment Center
264 William Howard Taft
Cincinnati Ohio 45219

Work Hours:40 Hours/Week

Starting Salary:$26.00 per hour

NOTE: Applicants for positions with Hamilton County Juvenile Court are subject to background screening in accordance with the documentOffenses that May Disqualify Candidates for Employment.Convictions from this list may disqualify a candidate for employment with Hamilton County Juvenile Court.

Hamilton County Juvenile Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer. A copy of the Equal Employment Opportunity Plan Short Form is available to any person upon request. Please contact the Human Resources Department at .

Requirements (Education Experience Licensure Certification):

Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice Psychology Social Work Human Services or related field or a combination of Bachelors Degree in any field and 2 years paid related juvenile justice experience or High School Degree/GED plus 6 years paid related juvenile justice experience.
Possession of valid drivers license auto liability insurance.
Must pass extensive background screening process.

Preferred Qualifications:

Masters Degree in Criminal Justice Psychology Human Services or related field.
Professional certifications that are preferred include: LSW LISW LPC LPCC and/or LCDCIII
Diversion Equity and Inclusion experience.

Special Working Conditions and/or Hazards:

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather conditions or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes.
Community based facility with some exposure to unruly and at times out of control populations.
Works flexible hours including days and evenings as needed. Work is subject to frequent interruptions crisis intervention constant reprioritization of work activities and a moderate-to-high degree of stress.

Job Duties:

Responds to and assesses youth and families that have been referred to the Assessment Center; Conducts interviews with and engages with youth and families to determine risks and needs in the areas of child welfare behavioral health cognitive functioning physical health education and employment and vocational needs; Implements screening and assessments for youth including but not limited to the OYAS-DIV MAYSI-2 screening tools as well as educational vocational physical health and substance abuse assessments.
Responsible for collecting pertinent collateral information from other persons service providers and community partners that may have additional information to guide in decision making.
Utilizes assessments to properly identify the risks and needs of the youth; Develops a plan to address the risks and needs with the youth and family; Works with contracted agencies to determine identified service needs; Makes referrals to access appropriate supportive services; Serves as liaison between the family and identified service providers to address any service connection barriers.
Creates court reports that clearly and accurately summarize recommendations and service connection; Responds to requests to attend hearings before judges magistrates and unofficial hearing officers; Answers questions regarding clinical conclusions and recommendations made within written report by defending and explaining methodology that supports decisions.
Completes duties of a clerical nature works on projects needed within Special Projects or in conjunction with other Court departments greets families and completes all other duties as assigned.
Participates in staff meetings supervision in-service training and ongoing education to supplement job knowledge and maintain court standards; Mentors co-workers.
Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

Summary of KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES required for the position:

Must possess analytical skills/abilities which include: Ability to effectively use interviewing techniques with adults and youth of varying ages and provide insight; Ability to use conflict/dispute resolution strategies; Ability to apply knowledge of family dynamics divorce dynamics child developmental issues and Court procedures. Ability to interview extensively with high conflict angry clients. Ability to assess family dynamics and capacity to parent; Ability to generate therapeutic recommendations; Ability to define problems collect data establish facts and draw valid conclusions; Ability to recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate emergency action; review and critique individual programming and make feasible recommendations.
Must possess clerical/administrative skills/abilities which include: Ability to type.
Must possess computer/technical skills/abilities which include: Ability to use computer software including but not limited to: GroupWise Microsoft Office Excel and JCMS case management system. Knowledge of office management systems and procedures. Working knowledge of office equipment like printers and fax machines.
Must possess project/process management skills/abilities which include: Excellent organizational skills and time management skills with a high degree of precision; Ability to meet established deadlines in an efficient manner and recognize changing priorities with minimal supervision. Must possess good judgement excellent time management skills the ability to prioritize work attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Must be able to work independently and be a self-starter.
Must possess written and oral communication skills/abilities which include: Ability to communicate professionally courteously and effectively in person in writing and over the phone; Ability to provide clear testimony in court trials and to advocate for the best interest of the child; Ability to maintain positive professional working relationships with associates supervisors officials and the general public. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Must possess knowledge of departmental policies and procedures resources available to the public and knowledge of systems partners.

Required Experience:

Screening Specialist/Service Navigator (4700-40)Deadline to Apply: March 2 2026Work Location:Assessment Center264 William Howard TaftCincinnati Ohio 45219Work Hours:40 Hours/WeekStarting Salary:$26.00 per hourNOTE: Applicants for positions with Hamilton County Juvenile Court are subject to backgroun...

Screening Specialist/Service Navigator (4700-40)

Deadline to Apply: March 2 2026

Work Location:

Assessment Center
264 William Howard Taft
Cincinnati Ohio 45219

Work Hours:40 Hours/Week

Starting Salary:$26.00 per hour

Requirements (Education Experience Licensure Certification):

Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice Psychology Social Work Human Services or related field or a combination of Bachelors Degree in any field and 2 years paid related juvenile justice experience or High School Degree/GED plus 6 years paid related juvenile justice experience.
Possession of valid drivers license auto liability insurance.
Must pass extensive background screening process.

Preferred Qualifications:

Masters Degree in Criminal Justice Psychology Human Services or related field.
Professional certifications that are preferred include: LSW LISW LPC LPCC and/or LCDCIII
Diversion Equity and Inclusion experience.

Special Working Conditions and/or Hazards:

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather conditions or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes.
Community based facility with some exposure to unruly and at times out of control populations.
Works flexible hours including days and evenings as needed. Work is subject to frequent interruptions crisis intervention constant reprioritization of work activities and a moderate-to-high degree of stress.

Job Duties:

Responds to and assesses youth and families that have been referred to the Assessment Center; Conducts interviews with and engages with youth and families to determine risks and needs in the areas of child welfare behavioral health cognitive functioning physical health education and employment and vocational needs; Implements screening and assessments for youth including but not limited to the OYAS-DIV MAYSI-2 screening tools as well as educational vocational physical health and substance abuse assessments.
Responsible for collecting pertinent collateral information from other persons service providers and community partners that may have additional information to guide in decision making.
Utilizes assessments to properly identify the risks and needs of the youth; Develops a plan to address the risks and needs with the youth and family; Works with contracted agencies to determine identified service needs; Makes referrals to access appropriate supportive services; Serves as liaison between the family and identified service providers to address any service connection barriers.
Creates court reports that clearly and accurately summarize recommendations and service connection; Responds to requests to attend hearings before judges magistrates and unofficial hearing officers; Answers questions regarding clinical conclusions and recommendations made within written report by defending and explaining methodology that supports decisions.
Completes duties of a clerical nature works on projects needed within Special Projects or in conjunction with other Court departments greets families and completes all other duties as assigned.
Participates in staff meetings supervision in-service training and ongoing education to supplement job knowledge and maintain court standards; Mentors co-workers.
Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

Summary of KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES required for the position:

Must possess analytical skills/abilities which include: Ability to effectively use interviewing techniques with adults and youth of varying ages and provide insight; Ability to use conflict/dispute resolution strategies; Ability to apply knowledge of family dynamics divorce dynamics child developmental issues and Court procedures. Ability to interview extensively with high conflict angry clients. Ability to assess family dynamics and capacity to parent; Ability to generate therapeutic recommendations; Ability to define problems collect data establish facts and draw valid conclusions; Ability to recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate emergency action; review and critique individual programming and make feasible recommendations.
Must possess clerical/administrative skills/abilities which include: Ability to type.
Must possess computer/technical skills/abilities which include: Ability to use computer software including but not limited to: GroupWise Microsoft Office Excel and JCMS case management system. Knowledge of office management systems and procedures. Working knowledge of office equipment like printers and fax machines.
Must possess project/process management skills/abilities which include: Excellent organizational skills and time management skills with a high degree of precision; Ability to meet established deadlines in an efficient manner and recognize changing priorities with minimal supervision. Must possess good judgement excellent time management skills the ability to prioritize work attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Must be able to work independently and be a self-starter.
Must possess written and oral communication skills/abilities which include: Ability to communicate professionally courteously and effectively in person in writing and over the phone; Ability to provide clear testimony in court trials and to advocate for the best interest of the child; Ability to maintain positive professional working relationships with associates supervisors officials and the general public. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Must possess knowledge of departmental policies and procedures resources available to the public and knowledge of systems partners.

Required Experience:

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