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We are so pleased that you are interested in making an impact through our work at CYFD! The department thrives on dedicated, empathetic, and talented employees who ensure the well-being of the children and families in New Mexico by keeping them safe and healthy.

By joining CYFD, you'll work to find the best ways to support families through difficult situations using community-based prevention and intervention programs. Employees have teammates and a committed leadership team to support them every day.

We look forward to you joining us because caring for and supporting New Mexico's children and youth will take all of us. I know the department's mission is critical to improving the overall well-being of children in our state and, in turn, strengthening the future of New Mexico.

THIS JOB POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.
Why does the job exist?

Work with CYFD JJS clients who are aged 18-21 to return to the community following a commitment to a secured JJS facility. Work is primarily done in the field; assisting clients with job search, locating housing, budgeting and life skills.
How does it get done?

Work with the Multidisciplinary Team while JJS clients are completing their commitment to create their transition plan to return to the community. Once clients are placed on supervised release Transition Coordinators work one on one with clients to return to the community.
Who are the customers?

CYFD Juvenile Justice Clients
Ideal Candidate

CYFD Juvenile Justice Clients
Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Guidance and Counseling, Education, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Criminology and/or Family Studies/Services and four (4) years of any combination of experience including working with communities, working on health or social service related matters, social work/case management experience, behavioral health and/or health care. Substitutions apply. See Substitution Table below.
Employment Requirements

Must possess a valid Driver's License. Pre-employment criminal background check is required and conditional pending results.
Working Conditions

Work is conducted in a office setting as well as the field working with clients in the community. Must have a valid drivers license and be able to drive state vehicles. Exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal, personal computer and telephone usage. May have periods of sitting. Work will be with potentially hostile/aggressive clients
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Agency Contact Information: Crystal Graham, (505) 218-3454. Email

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Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.