Youth Justice Caseworker at Sawyer County; WI – Hayward

Sawyer County is seeking a Youth Justice Case Manager. This position will play an important role in monitoring juvenile informal supervision and formal court orders. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for working with at-risk youth and helping make a difference in our community. The worker will learn to work toward teaching youth socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement. You will work with parents, schools, law enforcement, the Court, and other professionals. This individual must be comfortable in attending court hearings, testifying, and implementing sanctions for juvenile non-compliance, and be comfortable working with diverse populations. Home visits are required of this position.

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (preferred), Associates Degree in Social Work, or other closely related field. A minimum of two years of experience working with at-risk youth is highly desirable.

Knowledge: Working knowledge of WI State Statutes 938 (the Juvenile Justice Code), WI truancy rules, mandated reporting requirements, and knowledge of adolescent development preferred.

Skills: Skilled in motivating youth through a dynamic, respectful, encouraging, and creative approach to help them develop competencies and make amends for harm they may have caused. Must be able to stay calm and professional in stressful situations.

Abilities: Ability to thoroughly assess youth and family strengths, needs, safety, and risk factors with sensitivity to past traumatic experiences; and incorporate these into appropriate case plans developed in partnership with families. Ability to establish and maintain effective teaming relationships with fellow employees, consumers, volunteers, public service providers, and the general public; while working within the agency structure and utilizing supervisory guidance and instruction. Ability to effectively address and resolve conflict and to manage stress in a professional manner.

Communication & Writing: Ability to gather information, organize facts, and communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Possession of proficient computer skills to manage and complete case work, access information, and communicate effectively. Knowledge and application of effective, professional writing skills, including utilization of proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling.

Physical Requirements: This role may consist of chaotic days where planned schedules are altered due to emergency situations; having the ability to adjust and handle these situations must be attainable. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. Work may take place in the office, at schools or other locations, or at clients’ homes.

Competitive wage and benefit package includes health insurance, Wisconsin Retirement System, life insurance, sick vacation and holiday pay. This is a 40-hour per week position with a beginning wage of $26.58/hour. Must possess a valid WI Driver’s License

Complete position description and application form may be obtained from the Sawyer County website at www.sawyercountygov.org at the Sawyer County Human Resources Department in the Courthouse at 10610 Main Street Suite 23 Hayward WI 54843 and may be submitted electronically through the County website or returned to the Human Resources Department.

Position open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Sawyer County is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Women and Minorities Encouraged to Apply

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SAWYER COUNTY

Position Description

TITLE: Youth Justice Case Manager

DEPARTMENT: Sawyer County Health and Human Services

SUPERVISOR: Youth Justice and Diversion Supervisor

Position Overview:

Sawyer County is seeking a Youth Justice Case Manager. This position will play an important role in monitoring juvenile informal supervision and formal court orders. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for working with at-risk youth and helping make a difference in our community. The worker will learn work toward teaching youth socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement. You will work with parents, schools, law enforcement, the Court, and other professionals. This individual must be comfortable in attending court hearings, testifying, and implementing sanctions for juvenile non-compliance; as well as being comfortable working with diverse populations. Home visits are also required of this position.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:

· Case Management: Conduct intake assessments that include YASI Assessments, develop individualized case plans, and regularly monitor the progress of juveniles meeting their conditions.

· Client Contact: This worker will primarily work with the juvenile on their case load participants and their families to provide counseling, support, and guidance utilizing a family systems approach and strength-based practices that utilize and enhance the family’s natural, informal supports. Worker must be comfortable learning to apply ankle monitors to juvenile’s and apply to juvenile when appropriate.

· Community Referrals: Identify and connect youth with appropriate community services like substance abuse treatment, mental health counseling, educational support, or job training programs.

· Compliance Monitoring: Ensure youth are adhering to the terms of their truancy or diversion agreement, including attending school, completing community service, attending required sessions, and following rules.

· Collaboration: Work closely with law enforcement, probation officers, schools, social service agencies, and the courts to coordinate interventions and share information.

· Reporting: Maintain detailed documentation of client interactions, progress, and non-compliance issues, preparing reports for the court and program supervisors.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (preferred), Associates Degree in Social Work, or other closely related field. A minimum of two years of experience working with at-risk youth is highly desirable.

· Knowledge: Working knowledge of WI State Statutes 938 (the Juvenile Justice Code), WI truancy rules, mandated reporting requirements, and knowledge of adolescent development preferred.

· Skills: Skilled in motivating youth through a dynamic, respectful, encouraging, and creative approach to help them develop competencies and make amends for harm they may have caused. Must be able to stay calm and professional in stressful situations.

· Abilities: Ability to thoroughly assess youth and family strengths, needs, safety, and risk factors with sensitivity to past traumatic experiences; and incorporate these into appropriate case plans developed in partnership with families. Ability to establish and maintain effective teaming relationships with fellow employees, consumers, volunteers, public service providers, and the general public; while working within the agency structure and utilizing supervisory guidance and instruction. Ability to effectively address and resolve conflict and to manage stress in a professional manner.

· Communication & Writing: Ability to gather information, organize facts, and communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Possession of proficient computer skills to manage and complete case work, access information, and communicate effectively. Knowledge and application of effective, professional writing skills including utilization of proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling.

· Physical Requirements: This role may consist of chaotic days where planned schedules are altered due to emergency situations; having the ability to adjust and handle these situations must be attainable. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. Work may take place in the office, at schools or other locations, or client’s homes.

o Must possess a valid Wisconsin driver’s license.

o Must provide evidence of meeting or exceeding the minimum automobile liability insurance.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

This description has been prepared to assist in evaluating responsibilities, duties and skills of the position. The duties listed above are intended as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed; the omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the County and employee and is subject to change by the County as the needs of the County and the requirements of the position change.