Juvenile Case Manager

Job Description

Collin County is seeking candidates to fill the position of Juvenile Case Manager in the Justice of the Peace offices. A Juvenile Case Manager is responsible for but, not limited to, monitoring, screening, and assessing juveniles that have been charged with class “C” misdemeanor offenses. Work is performed under the direction of the Justices of the Peace.

• Serving as Juvenile Diversion Program Coordinator by providing diversion strategies and re-directing juveniles accused of specific Class C misdemeanors.

• Appearing and testifying in court.

• Assisting with juvenile dockets by reminding juvenile and their Legally Authorized Representative(s) (LAR) of court date.

• Reviewing court orders with juvenile and LARs to assure the understanding of the obligations.

• Supervising and monitoring juveniles (May require school, home, and other places of contact in the community) on deferral for compliance and competition of deferred disposition orders.

• Assessing the juvenile and their LARs to identify need for resources and providing an appropriate referral including therapy, treatment, and/or job referrals.

• Verifying attendance and completion of assigned alcohol, drug, mental health counseling and any other court ordered programs.

• Coordinating with local school districts attendance officers on case management of truancy cases.

• Gathering and maintaining information on available services, agencies, and resources in order to educate and refer juveniles and their LARs to appropriate agencies.

• Interacting and maintaining professional working relationship with local school districts and law enforcement, and agencies offering and conducting program resources, and referrals.

• Maintaining documentation of juvenile’s progress in court database software.

• Responsible for monitoring legal and regulatory compliance with state and federal regulations, legislation and laws related to Juvenile diversion programs.

• Researching and applying for program grants.

• Performing other duties as assigned.

• Must possess the knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes.

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Social Services, Behavioral Science or related field.

• Must have at least (2) years of experience with a juvenile court program or a social service program for adolescents.

• Must possess and maintain a valid Texas Drivers License with an acceptable driving record.