JUVENILE INTAKE OFFICER

Benton County (AR) • Bentonville, AR

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About The Position

The primary function of this position will be to meet with parents and juveniles (after investigation) to enter into a voluntary diversion agreement and supervision of such terms throughout the duration of the agreement. The officer must be acquainted with different resources and programs to provide services to the juvenile and family.

Requirements

• Must possess a four-year degree in Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Education, or related field.
• Attend a forty (40) hour certification course through the Administrative Office of the Courts.
• A minimum of 12 hours of continuing education a year is mandatory.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks and work independently.
• Maintain a current valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Preference is given to additional hours of training including drug/substance abuse issues, mental health areas, abuse and sexual abuse, dysfunctional family problems, divorce, etc.
• Bi-lingual is an asset due to the increase of Hispanic families in the judicial system.

Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality pursuant to AR Code Annotated 9-27-309.
• Ability to interpret and abide by the Juvenile Code, Criminal Code and other state and federal laws.
• Coordinate with the Prosecuting Attorney on the filing of a Family in Need of Services or Delinquent petition.
• Receive Intake paperwork (police reports, petition, etc.) and investigate the history of the juvenile and family status to determine if the case meets the diversion criteria.
• Supervision of juveniles may consist of routine meetings with juveniles and parents, school officials, and other agencies.
• Maintain working knowledge of residence, activities and employment of juveniles; supervise school attendance and grades; set up and monitor community service.
• Test and analyze drug screens on the juveniles.
• Attend training and teach classes to juveniles.
• Perform clerical duties that involve word processing, data entry, photocopying, filing, prepare and send mailing/correspondence, and FAX documents.
• Facilitate and attend mediation sessions when needed.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees