As a condition of employment all employees must pass a post offer criminal history background check, physical examination and drug screen. All employees must also submit proof of identity and employment eligibility.
Responsibilities include using a strengths-based model of community case management with families whose child has come to the attention of the juvenile justice system. Engages and assists families as they navigate the juvenile justice and social services systems. Builds and sustains a successful relationship with the family, involves the families in the juvenile justice process, and reduces barriers to promote the youth’s successful rehabilitation and reintegration. Assesses needs and develops plans to help families reduce the youths’ risk of future law violations. Visits families in their homes, at school and at community-based programs. Collaborates with families, court personnel and service providers. Facilitates evidence-based programs to youth and families that target specific needs such as anger control, family functioning, pro-social thinking skills, development of appropriate leisure activities, job skills development. Assists in transporting family and youth to services. Enters information into state information systems and checks information to ensure accuracy. Prepares a variety of reports, prepares for and attends court meetings and hearings.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, or a closely related field; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience. Working knowledge of the juvenile justice system. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Knowledge of supervisory principles and court systems is preferred. Valid Driver’s License. Bilingual in Spanish is preferred, but not required.
Salary Range:
$27.54-$36.83/hr.
The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values an inclusive workforce.
If you need to reach a member of the Human Resources staff, please call (913) 573-5660 or email jobs@wycokck.org.
Company: Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS
Kansas City, Kansas is the third largest city in the state of Kansas and is the county seat of Wyandotte County. It is part of a unique consolidated city-county government known as the Unified Government (UG). We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Located on the eastern border of the State of Kansas, we are part of a greater metropolitan area of nearly two million people that includes Kansas City, Missouri, and suburbs on both sides of the state line. The city is situated at Kaw Point, which is the junction of the Missouri and Kansas rivers.
Unified Government Of Kansas City, Kansas and Wyandotte County is located at 701 N 7th St, Kansas City, Kansas, 66101.
Click here for a listing of open positions - http://www.wycokck.org/jobs/.
All positions require that the applicant be a resident of Wyandotte County or willing to relocate within 12 months from the date of hire. As a condition of employment all employees must pass a post offer physical examination and drug screen. Public law requires all new appointees to submit proof of identity and employment eligibility. The Human Resources Department provides several options for you to choose from when applying for a position with the UG.
Apply by E-mail: Complete the Unified Government Application save application on pc and email as an attachment to jobs@wycokck.org
Apply in Person within the Human Resources Department
Apply by Mail: 701 N. 7th Street, Rm. 646, Kansas City, KS 66101
Apply by fax: (913) 573-5006
The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
