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Court Designated Worker -Administrative Office of the Courts (Non-Merit)
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- $34,910.64 - $46,466.40 a month
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- Driver's License
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US Probation Western District of Kentucky —Paducah, KY
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Kentucky Western Probation and Pretrial Services —Paducah, KY
- $51,419 - $116,394 a year
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Deputy Jailer
Graves County Jail/RCC —Mayfield, KY
- From $16.76 an hour
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Kentucky Community and Technical College System —Paducah, KY
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- Master's degree
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- 8 hour shift
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Court Designated Worker -Administrative Office of the Courts (Non-Merit)

Commonwealth of Kentucky -
Paducah, KY

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$34,910.64 - $46,466.40 a month
18 hours ago

Qualifications

Driver's License
Working with families
Experience working with families with children
Working with youth

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Court Designated Worker -Administrative Office of the Courts (Non-Merit)
Pay Grade
09
Salary
$34,910.64 - $46,466.40 Monthly
Employment Type
JUDICAL BRANCH | ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency
Judicial | Court of Justice
Location
405 Clarence Gaines Street
Paducah, KY 42003 USA
Description
The Administrative Office of the Courts is the operational arm of the Judicial Branch. The court system employs nearly 3,300 personnel who support 406 elected justices, judges, and circuit court clerks. The Department of Family and Juvenile Services has an immediate need to fill a Court Designated Worker position in Region 1, McCracken County.

The Court Designated Worker provides intake, assessment, diversion, referral, and case management services for youth and families involved in Kentucky's juvenile justice system. Working collaboratively with courts, schools, law enforcement, and community partners, the CDW assesses complaints, identifies appropriate interventions, connects families with resources, and monitors compliance with diversion agreements. This position promotes early intervention, family engagement, and community-based solutions to improve outcomes for youth while reducing unnecessary court involvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for processing all juvenile intakes, including entering new referrals and generating complaints.
Conduct interviews and complete risk and needs screening.
Determine eligibility for diversion and develop appropriate intervention strategies.
Develop diversion agreements and monitor compliance with program requirements.
Provide case management services and coordinate referrals to community resources and treatment providers.
Maintain accurate case records and documentation in accordance with statutes, policies, and procedures.
Prepare reports, recommendations, and other required court documents.
Communicate and collaborate with courts, schools, law enforcement, service providers, and families.
Respond to inquiries and provide information regarding juvenile justice processes and available services.
Participate in on-call coverage.
Travel within the assigned service area and occasionally statewide to conduct meetings, attend court proceedings, participate in trainings, and support program operations.
Support early intervention efforts designed to reduce juvenile court involvement and improve outcomes for youth and families.
Attend required training and maintain knowledge of applicable laws, policies, and best practices.
Promote positive relationships with youth, families, and community partners while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Associate degree in a job-related field, such as human services, criminal justice, psychology, sociology, or a related field.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: One (1) year of job-related experience, to include working with youth and families, human services, criminal justice, and/or the juvenile justice system.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Two (2) additional years of job-related work experience may substitute for the associate degree.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
Working Conditions
Work is primarily performed in an office or similar indoor environment. Must have driver’s license and dependable transportation. Occasionally requires working with family situations involving heightened conflict, instability and potential volatility. Ability to travel throughout the assigned region and across the Commonwealth of Kentucky to attend meetings, trainings, conferences, court proceedings, and other program-related activities. Due to the nature of the job duties and responsibilities, this position is not authorized for virtual work.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Brooke Kirk at [email protected].
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

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