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Client Manager/Parole Officer (Youth Services Counselor II) - Western Region Office

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Client Manager/Parole Officer (Youth Services Counselor II) - Western Region Office

Salary

$66,804.00 - $86,856.00 Annually

Location

Grand Junction, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

IKA 00992 06/04/2025

Department

Colorado Department of Human Services

Division

OCYF (Office of Children, Youth & Families)

Opening Date

06/04/2025

Closing Date

6/18/2025 12:58 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Primary Physical Work Address

801 Grand Ave., Grand Junction, CO 81501

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

[email protected]

Type of Announcement

The primary duties of this position are located within 30 miles of the state border; therefore, this position is exempt from the residency requirements. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

The primary duties of this position are located within 30 miles of the state border; therefore, this position is exempt from the residency requirements. This announcement is open to potential candidates who are legal residents of the United States. All legal residents of the United States are eligible to apply and compete.

Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Division of Youth Services: Western Region Office

Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package! Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details! (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits)

About the Division of Youth Services: The Division of Youth Services (DYS) provides a continuum of residential and non-residential services that encompass juvenile detention, commitment, and parole. DYS is the agency statutorily mandated to provide for the care and supervision of youth committed by the District Court to the custody of the Colorado Department of Human Services. The Division operates numerous secure facilities that serve youth between the ages of 10 and 21, who are pre-adjudicated, sentenced, or committed. The Division also contracts with numerous private residential and non-residential service providers throughout the State. For pre-adjudicated youth, the Division is also responsible for the management and oversight of Colorado Youth Detention Continuum, a State-funded, locally administered program that provides services to youth at risk of further progressing into the juvenile justice system. In addition to residential programming, the Division administers juvenile parole services throughout the State which includes but is not limited to parole supervision through case management to ensure community safety.

Description of Job

Please Note: This position has hybrid work arrangements, employees are expected to report to the office at least 2 days a week. These arrangements are subject to change.

The Western Region Office:

The work unit exists to Provide for Youth Committed to the Department of Human Services, in the custody of and on parole with the Division of Youth Services and/or under parole supervision under the Interstate Compact for Juveniles, Provide a continuum of services and programs to assess, treat and serve youth placed in its care for delinquent behavior, while ensuring the safety and security of youth, staff and the community according to the laws of Colorado.

Purpose of the Position:

To develop and monitor an individualized continuum of care for delinquent youth between the ages of 10 and 21 who are sentenced to the Department of Human Services from the time of commitment to discharge. The role of the Client Manager/Parole Officer is to provide overarching case management and to facilitate and engage a Multi-Disciplinary Team for each youth assigned. This is accomplished through an assessment of the youth and the family, development and review of the Youth Development Plan, monitoring service delivery, providing direct care as necessary, maintaining appropriate records, timely and accurate data entry, and assisting the planning and review of processes at the regional level.

Summary of Job Duties:

Case Management/Case Planning:

+ Case Plan development and management for caseloads averaging 8-10 youth.

+ Facilitate the Multidisciplinary Team Assessment staffing and identify treatment domains, service needs, treatment goals , safety issues and other needs or concerns.

+ Engage client families and encourage their involvement with clients.

+ Complete releases and collect all identifying documents.

+ Initiate and finalize placement decisions.

+ Complete on-going risk assessments (YASI) throughout the life of the case.

+ Identify and broker services for youth as identified by the multidisciplinary team, utilizing the YASI for decision making.

+ Develop timelines for service delivery.

+ Write the Youth Development Plan.

+ Conduct case conferences with youth, family, providers, and other identified multidisciplinary team members.

+ On-going monitoring of plans including monthly case reviews, multi-disciplinary team meetings and family consultations ; revision of plans as necessary.

+ Introduce youth to a trauma responsive safety plan.

+ Introduce youth to the client portfolio and engage the multi-disciplinary team in the portfolio to support on-going transition.

+ Provide reinforcements and sanctions in response to youth behavior.

+ Complete six-month administrative reviews.

+ Use Trauma Informed tools for facilitating monthly meetings.

+ Participate in Problem Solving and Affirmations groups when appropriate.

+ Mediate youth issues with courts, agencies, law enforcement, families, and service providers.

+ Execute emergency placements for youth needing psychological services, housing, family mediation, and safety.

+ Provide emergency notifications and consultations.

+ Compile, copy, and distribute required documents for contract vendors, Community Review Boards (CRB), Parole Board and the Interstate Compact office.

+ Present cases and make recommendations to the CRB, Parole Board and Courts.

+ Compile reports and/or give testimony to the courts as required.

+ Negotiate for services, court dispositions, filing and dropping of charges, placements, and treatment resources.

+ Learn and reference the Colorado Children’s Code, DYS Policy and Procedure, IV-E Regulations, Court Orders, DYS Statewide and Regional implementing procedures, Parole Standards/rules, and SOMB standards when making decisions related to clients.

Date Management and Record Keeping:

+ Update computerized client record systems in various databases.

+ Complete required documentation for LOS (Length of Stay) extensions and reclassifications, and complete YASI(Youth Assessment and Screening Instrument) re-assessments and contact notes as needed.

+ Maintain the official DYS client file.

+ Complete the monthly review form and ensure proper distribution.

+ Close out official case files to Closed Records.

+ Create and/or update all other documentation related to the youth, as necessary.

+ Understand laws surrounding confidentiality and maintaining secure digital communications. Follow Division policies for electronic communication and requests for information.

+ Be familiar with the Colorado Open Records Act, what is considered public information, and the importance of language , professionalism, and confidentiality in all correspondence.

Parole Planning and Supervision:

+ Facilitate pre-parole staffings.

+ Develop release/parole plan, schedule parole hearings, and comply with required reporting and scheduling timeframes .

+ Present cases at parole hearings.

+ Recruit, develop, advise, negotiate, monitor, and supervise contracted parole services.

+ Supervise youth; maintain contact with family, law enforcement, and community agencies.

+ Identify community safety issues and concerns.

+ Make decisions regarding parole violations and complete all necessary documentation and communication with stakeholders .

+ Reference and utilize strategies outlined in the client portfolio.

+ Engage the Multi-Disciplinary Team to support continuing needs of the youth on parole.

+ Engage family/community members who can provide sustainable positive resources to enhance successful community re-entry and sustainability.

Community Involvement:

+ Attend community meetings relevant to the Division of Youth Services and its clients; Explain DYS policies and procedures to interested parties; Participate on boards, committees, planning groups relevant to Youth Services.

+ Assist the regional office in the development of community services/programs and the identification of duties as resources change.

+ Apprise Regional Office leadership team of changes, needs, etc., in assigned geographic areas.

+ Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

* Please read the entire job announcement and follow all of the instructions prior to completing the application. You must provide documentation to be given credit for it. There will be no exceptions on timelines to provide documentation. All documentation must be uploaded- this is the first evaluation in the selection process*

Note: Applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualification for the position. If it is determined that you meet the minimum qualifications, your application will also be used as part of the examination process. You should ensure that your application specifically addresses the requirements as listed in the minimum and preferred qualifications, as well as the job duties and the highly desired competencies. Take the time to adequately address your specialized experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position.

Experience Only:

+ Six (6) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position

OR

Education and Experience::

+ A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to six (6) years.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Previous Client Manager or other Case Management experience.

+ Work experience with and knowledge of Western Colorado community agencies, judicial system, law enforcement, education system and service providers.

+ Position requires an individual who is self-directing and motivated, who can make decisions with limited supervisory direction.

+ Must have extensive knowledge of Criminal Justice System, Human Services Agencies, and current treatment modalities.

+ Experience with the Juvenile Justice System.

+ Ability to establish collaborative relationships with internal and external customers, IE: contract programs, state facilities, community providers, Courts, Community Review Boards, Parole Boards, and Law Enforcement agencies.

+ Collaborative work experience with diverse populations and organizations.

+ Must be flexible and comfortable with change.

+ Knowledge of computers and data entry.

Highly Desirable Competencies:

+ Bilingual

Conditions of Employment:

+ Be a minimum of 21 years of age, with no felony convictions or history of domestic violence

+ A pre-employment criminal background check and drug screen will be conducted as part of the selection process as this position is deemed to have direct contact with vulnerable persons. Felony convictions, conviction of crimes of moral turpitude, or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from being considered for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges or convictions, it is your responsibility to provide the CDHS Background Unit with an official disposition of any charges.

+ Travel within the State of Colorado to meet with community partners and clients who are within the Western Region Catchment area.

+ Possess and maintain a valid State of Colorado driver's license

+ Must be available by phone in case of urgent matters and emergencies to answer questions, provide input or complete necessary paperwork.

+ Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.

APPEAL RIGHTS:

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ([email protected]), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

A standard appeal form is available at:www.colorado.gov/spb. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.

Supplemental Information

How to Apply (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#how-to-apply)

The Assessment Process

For additional recruiting questions, please [email protected]

About Us:

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (https://www.colorado.gov/cdhs) (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:

+ Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan www.copera.org plus 401(k) and 457 plans

+ Medical and dental health plans

+ Employer supplemented Health Savings Account

+ Paid life insurance

+ Short- and long-term disability coverage

+ 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave

+ BenefitHub state employee discount program

+ Employee Wellness program MotivateMe

+ Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more

+ Remote work arrangements for eligible positions

*Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs .

Our Values:

We believe in a people-first approach: To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans.

Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.

We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.

Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.

We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.

Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.

We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

ADAA Accommodations: CDHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, at [email protected] or call 1-800-929-0791.

~THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER~

Applicant Technical Support (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#technical-support)

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits

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Due to the youth population served, incumbents of this position must be at least 21 years of age. Are you 21 years of age or older?

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If you are a current or former State of Colorado employee, please list your employee number (starts with 997...). Failure to provide this requested information may render your application incomplete, and you may no longer be considered for the position.

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Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position.

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Please answer the following application questions in detail and as specific as possible, including your years of experience with each task. These responses are formally reviewed and heavily weighted in the structured application review process. Please acknowledge your understanding of this.

+ I understand my answers to the application's supplemental questions will be reviewed and assessed in the Structured Application Review process.

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This position requires a driver's license with the ability to drive in urban and rural communities. Do you have a driver's license with the ability to drive throughout the Western region?

+ Yes, I have a driver's license and have the ability to drive throughout the Western region as needed for this position.

+ Yes, I have a driver's license, but I do not have the ability to drive throughout the Western region as needed for this position.

+ No, I do not have a driver's license or the ability to drive throughout the Western region as needed for this position.

+ Other - Please be prepared to address this question further in the recruitment process.

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This position requires visiting clients/families in their residence to provide services. Are you willing and able to do visit clients/families in their residence?

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Describe your experience and skill in dealing with conflict, problem solving and working collaboratively with team members and stakeholders

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How would you navigate finding sustainable community support for the youth and family on your caseload? Give an example of when you had to locate sustainable community resources.

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What do you believe are the factors that prompt people to change? As a Client Manager how do you anticipate facilitating clients / families in making that change?

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