Djs Resources Specialist

Main Purpose of Job

Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS! The 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 the role of Resource Specialist, so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS! The main purpose of the Resource Specialist is to coordinate and advise in the placement process for youth who are under the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Services.

This position will involve recommending the appropriate level and type of services for specific youth, identifying suitable service providers, and identifying new programs and contracts to meet youth needs. It will support DJS Case Managers by providing guidance and critical insight into various treatment modalities designed to achieve favorable outcomes and reduce the length of juveniles' formal supervision. Some key responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Identifies service options and recommendations for the treatment and care of juveniles while ensuring that those service options adhere to departmental protocols.
• Advises Case Managers and others about available funding and services for the juvenile population.
• Conducts site visits to public and private facilities to keep abreast of program services and maintain informational resources.

This position is eligible to work a hybrid telework schedule, based on department policy and protocols.

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in the social or behavioral sciences or criminal justice from an accredited four‑year college or university.
• Experience: Two years of experience providing case management services to emotionally or socially maladjusted, delinquent, victimized or exceptional juveniles in a community or residential setting.
• Substitutions: (1) Associate of Arts degree in the social or behavioral sciences or criminal justice plus two years of direct services to children in a community or residential setting. (2) Master’s degree in the social or behavioral sciences or criminal justice plus one year of required experience. (3) U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Social Services classifications or specialty codes in the Social Science, Psychology and Welfare field on a year‑for‑year basis.

• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Proficiency with relevant software, tools, or systems (e.g., ASSIST, MDEC, Excel, Microsoft Word).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem‑solving and critical‑thinking aptitude.

This recruitment is limited to current DJS employees only.

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

All documentation related to qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. Candidates who meet the qualifications will remain on a certified eligible list for up to one (1) year. The list may also be used to fill similar positions within this classification in the future.

Applications will be evaluated based on education, training, and experience relevant to the position. Complete and accurate information is essential; incomplete applications will not be accepted.

State of Maryland benefits are available to eligible employees.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. DJS values the experience gained by veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments. Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome to apply for all recruitments. Candidates with lived experience relating to the criminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to apply.