Juvenile Justice Youth & Family Specialist Option I (Ump

Juvenile Justice Youth & Family Specialist Option I (UMP)

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome.

The Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking a compassionate and motivated candidate to assist in the positive rehabilitation of the youth in our care. The ideal candidate for this position will possess a passion for positive change, the ability to apply a high degree of patience with residents and their families, and the ability to confidently develop and implement recommendations for positive behavior change and rehabilitation.

The incumbent in this role will possess excellent communication skills both orally and in writing as they will have daily interaction with various youth, other staff both inside and outside the facilities, families of the residents, and members of the community.

The Juvenile Justice Youth and Family Specialist plays a critical role in the maintenance and rehabilitation of the youth in our care. If this sounds like an opportunity that fits the career path you're looking for, then IDJJ is looking for you! We encourage all interested and qualified candidates to apply!

Under general supervision, coordinates and manages after care caseload. Communicates with institutional staff regarding youth needs and progress. Reviews documentation to determine family and youth eligibility for Federal funding participation and interacts with other agencies to verify documentation and eligibility enrollment are established and implemented. Conducts home visitations to establish, document, and report status of family dynamics and the suitability of the home for re-entry and/or continued placements.

Monitors service providers to ensure compliance with agency requirements. Conducts searches, monitors youth activities, and responds to requests related to detention decisions, removal or restriction orders, electronic monitoring, drug testing, and the issuance and execution of arrest warrants. Attends and participates in continuing education programs, training, and staff development to build skills and acquire knowledge of aftercare program processes and procedures.

Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Requires a bachelor's degree in counseling or a closely related social science degree. Requires two years of professional experience working with youth in juvenile services. OR Requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Requires three years of professional experience in counseling or casework.

The mission of the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) is to build youth skills and strengthen families by promoting community safety and positive youth outcomes. The department provides extensive services to young people through a developmental, treatment-focused model of care that builds youth resiliency, engages families, and promotes community safety at the five youth facilities it operates across the state.

The Department of Juvenile Justice offers an excellent benefits package including:
Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance Pension Plan Paid parental leave Pre-tax benefits programs including but not limited to:
Deferred Compensation, Medical, Daycare, etc. Employees earn twelve (12) paid Sick Days annually New Employees earn ten (10) paid Vacation Days in their first year of service and can earn up to twenty-five (25) paid Vacation Days annually (based on years of service) Employees earn three (3) paid Personal Days annually (pro-rated based on start date) Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date) Flexible work schedules in many program areas (remote work may be an option for certain positions)