DJS PROGRAM SPECIALIST (Community Resources Placement Coordinator)

Introduction

\r\n\r\n\r\n**This recruitment is limited to current State of Maryland employees only.**�\r\n

GRADE

ASTD17\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

\r\nDJS- Resource Office-\r\nPlacement Unit\r\n217 E. Redwood Street�\r\nBaltimore, MD 21202\r\n\r\n\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS!\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives, creating safer communities, and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for our DJS Program Specialist: Community Resources Placement Coordinator role, so join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS!�\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Community Resources Placement Coordinator assists the Community Resources\r\nPlacement Unit in coordinating statewide placement services for youth committed to or under the supervision of the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS). This position supports the identification, referral, coordination, and monitoring of community-based and residential placement resources for youth with complex behavioral health, developmental, and treatment needs.�\r\n\r\n\r\nConsistent with the mission of the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services to transform young people’s lives, create safer communities, and forge more equitable systems through community-based partnerships that hold youth accountable while building on their strengths and support systems, this position plays a critical role in ensuring youth are connected to appropriate treatment and rehabilitative services in the least restrictive environment possible.�\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Community Resources Placement Coordinator works collaboratively with youth, families, providers, courts, and community partners to promote treatment stability, reduce unnecessary detention and placement disruptions, and support positive youth outcomes through individualized placement planning and continuity of care.�\r\n\r\n\r\nThis position is also responsible for supporting statewide Departmental compliance with federal regulations governing Title IV-B protections for youth in out-of-home placements and their families, as established under Part E of the Social Security Act and the Family First Prevention Services Act.�\r\n\r\n\r\nThe position works collaboratively with the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS), which serves as the State’s single agency responsible for implementing federal mandates, regulations, audits, and best practice standards related to child welfare and out-of-home care oversight.�\r\n\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the Community Resources Placement Coordinator conducts ongoing case reviews and placement tracking activities to ensure youth are progressing appropriately through treatment services, are not unnecessarily remaining in restrictive settings, and are being considered for placement in the least restrictive environment consistent with their treatment needs, accountability, safety, and community protection. The position assists in identifying placement barriers, coordinating interagency problem-solving efforts, and supporting equitable access to services and treatment resources across the statewide continuum of care.�\r\n\r\n\r\nSome key responsibilities of this position may include, but not be limited, to the following:�\r\n• Coordinate statewide placement referrals for youth requiring community-based, residential, staff secure, hardware secure, psychiatric, and out-of-state placements.�\r\n• Conduct ongoing case reviews and placement tracking to ensure youth are progressing through treatment services, transitioning appropriately through the continuum of care, and not remaining in restrictive placements longer than clinically necessary.�\r\n• Monitor and support compliance with federal regulations governing Title IV-B protections, the Family First Prevention Services Act, and other applicable federal and state requirement related to youth in out-of-home placements.\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. \r\nExperience: Three years of experience providing case management or resource specialist services to youth in a community or residential setting. \r\nNotes: \r\n1. Candidates may substitute possession of an Associate of Arts degree in the social or behavioral sciences from an accredited college or university and two years of experience providing direct services to children in a community or residential setting for the required education. \r\n2. Candidates may substitute possession of a Master’s degree in the social or behavioral sciences from an accredited college or university for one year of the required experience. \r\n3. Candidates may substitute four years of experience providing case management or resource specialist services to youth in a community or residential setting for four years of college. \r\n4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Correctional Institution Administration classifications or Correctional Institution Administration specialty codes in the Miscellaneous Occupations field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education. \r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\nThe preferred candidate for this position may\r\npossess any of the following qualifications:\r\n\r\n� Two years of\r\nexperience working with community-based\r\norganizations/service providers\r\n\r\n� Knowledge of\r\nchild-serving state agency regulations\r\n \r\n\r\n

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT STATE OF MARYLAND EMPLOYEES ONLY.�\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties may be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland. \r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Please ensure that your completed application includes sufficient\r\ninformation to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this\r\nrecruitment. All documentation related to your qualifications must be submitted\r\nby the closing date; information received after this date will not be\r\nconsidered. Candidates who meet the qualifications will remain on the certified\r\neligible list for a period of one (1) year. This list may also be used to fill\r\nsimilar positions within this classification in the future.\r\n

EXAMINATION PROCESS

\r\nThe\r\nassessment will involve a rating of your application based on your education,\r\ntraining, and/or experience as it relates to the position's\r\nrequirements.�Therefore, it is\r\nessential that you provide complete and accurate information on your\r\napplication.�Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Please\r\nreport all relevant experience and education.�For education obtained outside the U.S.,�you will be\r\nrequired to provide proof of equivalent American education, as determined by a\r\nForeign Credential Evaluation Service, at the time of hire. Please complete the\r\nsupplemental questionnaire, if applicable. They will be used when rating\r\napplications. Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire\r\nmust correspond to the information provided on your completed application to\r\nreceive credit. Missing or incomplete supplemental questionnaires may impact\r\nthe overall rating of your completed application.\r\n\r\n\r\nIf\r\nyou are a Veteran applying for this position, please submit your DD 214 Long\r\nForm with your completed application to receive proper credit.\r\n\r\n\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

\r\nThe online application process is STRONGLY recommended. However,\r\nif you are unable to apply online, you may submit a completed paper application\r\nand supplemental questionnaire responses via email or fax to the addresses\r\nprovided below. If using fax or regular mail, ensure each page includes your\r\nFirst and Last Name, the Recruitment Number (located at the top of the\r\nposting), and the last four digits of your SS#. Paper application materials\r\nmust be received by 5:00 PM on the closing date for the recruitment.\r\nApplications received after this time, or those with incorrect forms, will not\r\nbe accepted. Postmarks will not be considered.\r\n\r\n\r\nMaryland Department of\r\nJuvenile Services�\r\nOHR-Recruitment &\r\nExamination Unit�\r\n217 E. Redwood Street�\r\nBaltimore, MD 21202�\r\nAttn: Nicole Jones, Recruitment # 26-002598-0003��\r\nFax number\r\n410-333-4188�\r\nTTY Users: call via\r\nMaryland Relay\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nIf you are having difficulty with your user account or have\r\ngeneral questions about the online application system, please contact the\r\nMaryland Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. Should additional information regarding this\r\nrecruitment be required, please contact the Maryland Department of Juvenile\r\nServices, Recruitment and Examination Unit at djs.careers@maryland.gov. Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is\r\nlocated at the top of the bulletin.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to\r\nrecruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the\r\nState’s diversity.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nDJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our\r\ncountry. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nBilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome to\r\napply for all recruitments.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nCandidates with lived experience relating to the criminal/juvenile\r\nlegal system are encouraged to apply.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWe welcome experienced professionals transitioning from federal\r\nservice to explore rewarding career opportunities.\r\n