Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below. Reasonable accommodations will be made for disabled persons covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, in accordance with its requirements.

Under the supervision of the Special Services Manager and in collaboration with the Jurists, this role is responsible for the hearing of the Reentry Court, Juvenile Drug Court, Mental Health Court and Family Drug Court, ensuring that the data is collected and maintained from each docket, ensuring that each docket operates within the guidelines of the law and certification, and acting as liaison between the court and community stakeholders.

Acts as a liaison between Juvenile Court and service agencies in Cuyahoga County involved with specialized dockets.

Collects and maintains data that provides statistical information on participants in the dockets, including recidivism, use of court resources and services, graduation and termination rates.

Assists in the identification of service gaps and needs.

Plans and coordinates special events including graduations.

Represents Juvenile Court on the Advisory Board.

Assists in the development and implementation of decisions and policies.

Maintains and updates all documents associated with the Specialized Dockets.

Enhances the Specialized Dockets by assisting in securing alternate/additional funding and resources.

Maintains contact with referral sources and assists as needed.

Assists with the monitoring of treatment services.

Performs community outreach education to the community to engage in dialogue and increase awareness of the specialized dockets.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Has no direct supervisory responsibility for staff members.

Equipment Operated

Standard office equipment and office technology such as copy machines, personal computers and telephones.

Confidential Data

All court-related information regarding hearings, etc. that the employee may come in contact with by working in the facility.

Working Conditions

Works in a general office setting with moderate noise levels. This position is also subject frequent interruptions and quick turnarounds.

Usual Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, to speak clearly, and to hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; knowledge of program design and development; must possess demonstrable knowledge of the juvenile justice system and the specialized docket philosophy; must be well organized and efficient; ability to prioritize and manage time effectively; demonstrable leadership skills; ability to maintain confidentiality; ability to effectively problem-solve; ability to utilize a personal computer; prefer knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access; grant writing experience preferred. Ability to interact professionally with a wide variety of people and groups.

Education and/or Experience

Minimum requirement of a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

AND

Three (3) years of program management or related work experience.

Licensure or Certification Requirements

None

Court Expectations of Employee

In accomplishing the responsibilities of this position, the Court expects that the employee will adhere to the mission and values of the Court as well as all Court policies and procedures. In addition, while carrying out the duties of this position, the employee is expected to model high ethical conduct on and off the job, and exhibit a professional and respectful demeanor with all Court employees.

Court Mission Statement

To administer justice, rehabilitate juveniles, support and strengthen families, and promote public safety.

Application Procedure

Current Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas Juvenile Division Employees:

• The deadline to apply is __9/6/2017_.

• Please visit https://juvenilecourt.applicantstack.com/x/openings-internal to complete and submit the Job Posting Response Form to the Human Resources Division.

• The Job Posting Response form must be received in Human Resources by the job posting deadline for consideration as a candidate for the posted position.

  External Applicants:

• This position will remain posted until filled.

• Please visit https://juvenilecourt.applicantstack.com/x/openings to view this posting and to complete and submit the Application for Employment.

   

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