Diversion Program (ATD) Case Manager

If you want to join a hard-working team that shares a commitment to provide top-quality youth services in a prime North County location, consider a position with Escondido Education COMPACT. We have an opening for the position of Case Manager as part of the Alternatives to Detention Team (ATD). The primary focus of this position is working with youth ages 13-18, involved with the juvenile justice system, and their families to help reduce juvenile delinquency, improve family engagement strengthen family support and improve the efficacy of the juvenile justice system and help reduce Ethnic and Racial Disparity.

Key Case Manager Responsibilities include:

· Plan, supervise, and manage ATD-eligible youth by conducting assessments, offering support, and delivering training.

· Develop individualized case plans for enrolled youth, including education and program participation goals.

· Maintain accurate and timely student records and entries in the case management database.

· Attend and contribute to weekly staff and case management meetings.

· Track and report on key performance indicators, including attendance at events, completion of community service hours, and participation in workshops.

· Serve as a youth mentor/coach in the Achievement Center Escondido (ACE) for youth referred by the Probation Department.

· Assist with center-based activities and programming as directed by leadership.

· Provide timely response to calls for the Cool Bed Program, including occasional after-hours availability.

· Cultivate and maintain relationships with community partners to support program recruitment and collaboration efforts.

The ideal candidate for this position will:

· Possess strong people and customer service skills.

· Be extremely organized.

· Be energetic, hard working, motivated, and team-oriented.

· Work effectively in a hectic, fast-paced environment.

· Be able to work alone and on-task with minimal direction.

· Possess strong computer skills and use of basic office equipment.

· Be extremely comfortable speaking in public and leading group workshop

The ideal candidate must meet the following requirements:

· BA/BS in Psychology/Sociology or related field.

· Be bi-lingual in Spanish.

· Experience working with adults in the Court/Justice System.

· Clear understanding of workforce development services and systems

· Able to work effectively with a diverse ethnic and socio-economic population.

· Have a valid California Driver’s license and reliable transportation.

· Able to pass Criminal Background Check

· Advanced phone/communication skills; proficient in Microsoft Office.

NOTE: Applicants may be subject to pre-employment drug testing.

Pay Rate: $23-$25 hourly. Plus $350/month flexible medical reimbursement account

To Apply: Please email phuerta@educationcompact.org;

Cover Letter is optional. Priority Filing Deadline: Friday, May 9, 2025.

The goal of the Escondido Education COMPACT is to provide quality service that enhances the safety, economic diversity, environment and health of the community, where our youth and employees can thrive in an atmosphere of courtesy, integrity and respect.

Equal Opportunity Employer, Affirmative Action Employer; Americans with Disabilities Act - The Escondido Education COMPACT encourages the applications of bilingual persons, women, minorities and persons with disabilities. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request. DRUG AND ALCOHOL FREE WORKPLACE.