Overview
THIS IS A LIMITED TERM EMPLOYEE POSITION THAT WILL RUN FOR A PERIOD OF 6 MONTHS.
FLSA: Exempt A youth justice social worker plays a crucial role in supporting and empowering young people who are involved with the justice system. These professionals work alongside youths who have experienced challenges with the law, focusing on their strengths and potential for positive change. Youth justice social workers collaborate with individuals under the age of 18 who are navigating the complexities of the legal system.
Their primary goal is to help these young people enhance their strengths, develop their skills, and create opportunities for growth and rehabilitation. By emphasizing each youth's unique abilities and resilience, social workers aim to foster a path towards positive outcomes and maintain youth in their communities.
Essential Leadership Functions
Act with Integrity and Build Trust
Demonstrate mutual respect, humility, and honesty in all interactions
Speak up appropriately, even when expressing unpopular viewpoints
Actively listen and remain open-minded to diverse perspectives
Drive for Results
Set clear goals and objectives to motivate self and others to achieve outcomes
Seek new opportunities to improve processes and drive sustainable results
Hold self and others accountable through consistent evaluation and monitoring
Develop Talent and Effective Teams
Foster a collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and growth
Provide mentorship and support to help self and others reach full potential
Recognize and leverage diverse strengths within self and team
Lead with Vision and Strategy
Understand and communicate a compelling vision that aligns with organizational goals
Develop and execute comprehensive strategies to achieve long-term objectives
Connect daily work to the bigger picture, inspiring self and others to contribute meaningfully
Lead with Paradoxical, Critical, and Agile Thinking
Navigate complex situations by considering multiple perspectives
Adapt quickly to changes and uncertainties in the work environment
Make critical decisions using analytical skills, experience, and input from others
Build and Maintain Effective Relationships
Communicate and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization
Influence others through coaching, consulting, and team-minded thinking
Develop and sustain partnerships that create positive outcomes for all stakeholders
Cultivate Community Engagement and Provide Excellent Service
Understand and address the needs and concerns of the community
Incorporate community perspectives into decision-making processes
Drive initiatives that create positive impacts beyond the organization
Demonstrate Emotional Intelligence
Show self-awareness and manage emotions effectively in challenging situations
Seek and respond constructively to feedback, even in the face of setbacks
Balance empathy with accountability when leading self and working with others
Essential Job Functions
Demonstrates self-leadership, seeks out opportunities for personal growth and development, accepts feedback, and demonstrates ability to learn and apply.
Shares ideas and demonstrates respect, humility, honesty, and open-minded thinking. Demonstrates flexibility, acceptance of change, and emotional intelligence.
Takes initiative and demonstrates the ability to think critically and strategically.
Participates as a contributing member of the team and brings authentic self to discussions regarding all aspects of the work.
Demonstrates ability to build and maintain effective relationships. Contributes positively to an inclusive workplace.
Provides social services per Wisconsin Statutes, court policies, and/or requirements of the program, state, or federal guidelines.
Accepts requests and referrals for agency services.
Utilizes a family systems approach and implements strength-based practices to enhance the family's natural, informal supports.
Conducts assessment and planning: Develops, implements,…