JOB REQUIREMENTS: Kenosha County Juvenile Court Intake Services is
looking for an experienced intake workers/case managers/social workers
with a passion and interest for working with troubled youth and
abused/neglected children are encouraged to apply for this outstanding
career opportunity with Kenosha County Juvenile Court Intake. The
Juvenile Intake Worker is responsible for providing Intake Services for
the Circuit Court in accordance with Chapters 48 and 938 Wis. Stats. The
population served includes children and juveniles in need of protection
and services (CHIPS and JIPS), juvenile delinquents, and the families of
both populations. All responsibilities are performed on behalf of the
Juvenile Court. Under the general supervision of the Director of
Juvenile Court Intake, this role is responsible for screening children
and youth taken into custody and not released, to determine if a
child/youth should be released or held in temporary physical custody.
The Intake Worker is further responsible for conducting intake inquiries
on behalf of the Court to determine if court referrals establish prima
facie jurisdiction and making recommendations to the District
Attorney\'s office on each case. The department is statutorily
responsible for providing intake services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week,
for the purpose of screening children/youth taken into custody and not
released. Job duties may include some or all of the following: Evaluates
requests for custody from law enforcement, attorneys and child welfare
agencies. Interviews children/youth/expectant mothers taken into custody
and administers statutory rights to clients and their parents. Consults
with family members, service providers, attorneys, requesting agency
representatives, law enforcement officers, school officials, social
workers and others. Makes determinations on the physical custody status
of children/youth and expectant mothers. Responds to and provide crisis
counseling when necessary during the intake process. On behalf of the
court, authorizes temporary physical custody in secure or non-secure
settings. Locates available placements for delinquent youth and
facilitates transportation arrangements. Works closely with juvenile
detention centers holding youth for Kenosha County. Schedules court
hearings for detained clients and notifies involved court parties of
such. Appears and testifies at court hearings, including those for
clients held in physical custody. Reviews and makes dispositional
recommendations to the DA\'s office on court referrals. Administers
evidenced based screenings on children/youth/parents. Designs, case
manages, and provides direct supervision of deferred prosecution
agreements and informal disposition agreements. Determines restitution
and assists in collections, maintaining balances and disbursements.
Confers with victims of juvenile crime, providing their rights and
assisting with court process. Refers clients to local government
agencies and private service providers. Obtains judicial authorizations
for emergency medical treatment of children/youth. Attends trainings
related to position and keeps current on laws related to children/youth.
Maintains case records, compiles statistical information and reviews,
dictates, and writes reports. Serves as member of multidisciplinary
teams for cases of abused and neglected children, human trafficking,
school threats, gang task force, and school truancy. Works closely with
court personnel, law enforcement, District Attorney, Public Defender,
DCFS, private attorneys, school representatives and local public and
private provider agencies. In the absence of the Director, leads
clerical/custody intake staff and manages the office. Fills in for
part-time, after-hours custody intake staff when necessary. Performs
other duties as required or directed by the Chief Intake Worker, Circuit
Court Judiciary, or the Chief Judge of the Judicial District. The workschedule for this position is primarily Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
in the office. In addition, there are regular on-call responsibilities
during overnights, weekends, and holidays which may require an in-person
response. ** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Qualifications - Minimum Bachelor\'s degree in social work or related
field. Successful completion of Basic Intake Worker Training and exam
pursuant to the State of Wisconsin statutes 48.06 and 938.06. Experience
working with troubled youth and abused/neglected children and their
families; or, relevant work and/or internship experience working with
children, youth, and/or families. Experience working with social welfare
and law enforcement agencies. Qualifications - Preferred Master\'s
degree in social work or related field. Possession of State of Wisconsin
Social Worker Certification. Current and/or previous employment as a
Juvenile Court Intake Worker. Knowledge of federal, state, and local
laws, regulations, and procedures pertaining to child welfare and
juvenile justice. Experience working in the Juvenile Court system.
Competencies for Successful Performance of Job Duties Knowledge of:
Wisconsin Chapters 48, 51, 118, and 938 involving children and youth. In
addition, state and local ordinances, regulations, and procedures
pertaining to children and youth. Child development and successful
parenting skills. Mental health and substance abuse and how both impact
families. Current principles and best practices of social work. Our
community\'s social and economic problems and their impact on clients.
Law enforcement and child welfare agencies within and surrounding
Kenosha County. Skill in: Engagement, conflict resolution, safety
management, time management, interviewing, assessment, and organization.
Verbal and written communication and documentation. Interpersonal and
active listening skills. Working with computer applications including
Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, Outlook, Zoom, and Microsoft Teams. Ability
to: Work one-on-one with children, youth, and adults during intense
situations and under difficult circumstances. Make decisions
independently while ensuring safety of children and youth within the
community. Address and document all threats of safety. Multi-task in a
fast-paced work environment, prioritize, and meet time requirements.
De-escalate hostile and defiant clientele while providing information
and referrals. Remain professional and courteous at all times. Take
accurate notes and details regarding all court intake cases. Adapt to
changes in investigations and questioning to ensure pertinent
information is being obtained. Maintain confidential information. Adhere
to professional ethics. Physical Demands The physical demands described
here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions. Moderate physical demands, such as
exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of
force frequently. Vision standards required by Division of Motor
Vehicles to operate a motor vehicle. ** APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.kenoshacountywi.gov/jobs Other:
Applications must be submitted no later than Monday, January 5, 2026, at
12:00 noon.
