Safe Harbor Diversion Specialist (4701-40) Deadline to Apply: March 3 2026 Work Location: Assessment Center 264 William Howard Taft Cincinnati Ohio 45219 Work Hours:40 Hours/Week Grant Funded Position:This is a grant-funded role with an initial one-year term. Renewal is contingent upon funding and annual review. Starting Salary:$26.00 per hour 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 Human Services or related field; OR Bachelors degree in any field plus 2 years paid related case management experience; OR High school diploma/GED plus 6 years related service connection or caseload management experience
- Valid drivers license
- Auto liability insurance
- Successful completion of extensive background screening process
Preferred Qualifications: - Masters degree in Criminal Justice Psychology Human Services or related field; professional licensure/certification (LSW LISW LPC LPCC LCDC III); experience working with survivors of human trafficking.
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: - Maintains case management and supervision responsibilities for youth participating in the Safe Harbor Diversion Docket.
- Meets with youth as required and participates in all multidisciplinary team meetings to identify risks and needs.
- Coordinates with agencies to determine appropriate services and completes referrals to supportive resources that promote successful completion of diversion
goals outlined in the Individualized Service Plan. - Assists their Manager with responding to referrals and assessing youth using the Ohio Department of Youth Services Human Trafficking Screening Tool.
- Helps to determine potential eligibility for Safe Harbor diversion.
- Identifies professionals currently involved with the youth and initiates multidisciplinary team meetings promptly.
- Collects and reviews collateral information from service providers community partners and other relevant individuals to support informed case planning.
- Prepares clear and accurate court reports summarizing youth progress toward Individualized Service Plan goals.
- Attends all related court hearings and provides status updates recommendations and relevant case information.
- Serves as liaison among the multidisciplinary team youth family service providers and the court.
- Maintains current knowledge of human trafficking trends legislation and trauma-informed practices.
- Participates in staff meetings supervision trainings quarterly Safe Harbor administrative meetings and required grant-related meetings.
- Completes required quarterly grant reports.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
Summary of KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES required for the position: - Must possess analytical skills/abilities which include: Ability to interview youth of varying ages assess trafficking indicators and family dynamics apply conflict-resolution strategies generate therapeutic recommendations and respond appropriately to crisis or threatening conditions.
- Must possess clerical/administrative skills/abilities which include typing and preparing required reports accurately and efficiently.
- Must possess computer/technical skills/abilities which include: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Excel GroupWise JCMS case management system Zoom Microsoft Teams and standard office equipment.
- Must possess project/process management skills/abilities which include: Strong organization time management prioritization independent work capability attention to detail sound judgment and ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Must possess written and oral communication skills/abilities which include: Professional courteous and effective written and verbal communication across in-person phone and remote platforms; ability to advocate for youth while maintaining confidentiality and collaborative professional relationships.
- Grant and Systems Knowledge: Understanding of grant requirements collaboration with grant teams and recipients departmental policies and procedures community resources and system partners.
| Required Experience:
IC
Safe Harbor Diversion Specialist (4701-40)Deadline to Apply: March 3 2026Work Location:Assessment Center264 William Howard TaftCincinnati Ohio 45219Work Hours:40 Hours/WeekGrant Funded Position:This is a grant-funded role with an initial one-year term. Renewal is contingent upon funding and annual r...
Safe Harbor Diversion Specialist (4701-40) Deadline to Apply: March 3 2026 Work Location: Assessment Center 264 William Howard Taft Cincinnati Ohio 45219 Work Hours:40 Hours/Week Grant Funded Position:This is a grant-funded role with an initial one-year term. Renewal is contingent upon funding and annual review. Starting Salary:$26.00 per hour 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 Human Services or related field; OR Bachelors degree in any field plus 2 years paid related case management experience; OR High school diploma/GED plus 6 years related service connection or caseload management experience
- Valid drivers license
- Auto liability insurance
- Successful completion of extensive background screening process
Preferred Qualifications: - Masters degree in Criminal Justice Psychology Human Services or related field; professional licensure/certification (LSW LISW LPC LPCC LCDC III); experience working with survivors of human trafficking.
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: - Maintains case management and supervision responsibilities for youth participating in the Safe Harbor Diversion Docket.
- Meets with youth as required and participates in all multidisciplinary team meetings to identify risks and needs.
- Coordinates with agencies to determine appropriate services and completes referrals to supportive resources that promote successful completion of diversion
goals outlined in the Individualized Service Plan. - Assists their Manager with responding to referrals and assessing youth using the Ohio Department of Youth Services Human Trafficking Screening Tool.
- Helps to determine potential eligibility for Safe Harbor diversion.
- Identifies professionals currently involved with the youth and initiates multidisciplinary team meetings promptly.
- Collects and reviews collateral information from service providers community partners and other relevant individuals to support informed case planning.
- Prepares clear and accurate court reports summarizing youth progress toward Individualized Service Plan goals.
- Attends all related court hearings and provides status updates recommendations and relevant case information.
- Serves as liaison among the multidisciplinary team youth family service providers and the court.
- Maintains current knowledge of human trafficking trends legislation and trauma-informed practices.
- Participates in staff meetings supervision trainings quarterly Safe Harbor administrative meetings and required grant-related meetings.
- Completes required quarterly grant reports.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
Summary of KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES required for the position: - Must possess analytical skills/abilities which include: Ability to interview youth of varying ages assess trafficking indicators and family dynamics apply conflict-resolution strategies generate therapeutic recommendations and respond appropriately to crisis or threatening conditions.
- Must possess clerical/administrative skills/abilities which include typing and preparing required reports accurately and efficiently.
- Must possess computer/technical skills/abilities which include: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Excel GroupWise JCMS case management system Zoom Microsoft Teams and standard office equipment.
- Must possess project/process management skills/abilities which include: Strong organization time management prioritization independent work capability attention to detail sound judgment and ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Must possess written and oral communication skills/abilities which include: Professional courteous and effective written and verbal communication across in-person phone and remote platforms; ability to advocate for youth while maintaining confidentiality and collaborative professional relationships.
- Grant and Systems Knowledge: Understanding of grant requirements collaboration with grant teams and recipients departmental policies and procedures community resources and system partners.
| Required Experience:
IC
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