Juvenile Probation Officer II: Field

Williamson County (TX)•Georgetown, TX

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About The Position

Reporting directly to a Juvenile Probation Supervisor or Field Counseling Supervisor, responsible for providing case management and supervision of youth on assigned caseload using trauma-informed practices. Level II of II in Juvenile Probation. POSITION BASED IN CEDAR PARK.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university recognized by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB)
Two (2) years of full-time work experience in a juvenile supervision related field approved by TJJD
Must be at least 21 years of age and have a non-disqualifying criminal history per Texas Administrative Code Sections 344.200 and 344.400
Maintain a satisfactory motor vehicle record
TJJD Juvenile Probation Officer certification
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification
First aid certification
Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification
Valid Texas driver's license
Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) trained

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish speaker
Knowledge of and skill with basic computer programs to complete forms and required documentation for caseload management
At least one year of case management experience with at-risk youth

Responsibilities

Understands, practices, and promotes the vision of Williamson County Juvenile Services
Maintains daily focus on the department's service philosophy when interacting with youth, including emphasis on Developmental Assets, Developmental Relationships, SPARK identification, Motivational Interviewing, and Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI)
Performs supervisory duties in the absence of assigned supervisor
Trains and mentors new Probation Officers
Engages with youth on caseload to develop relationships and focus efforts toward diversion of youth from commitment to the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD)
Models positive behavior and leadership to youth in all interactions
Redirects youth behavior using appropriate trauma-focused interventions, when necessary
Performs investigations and evaluations of offenders to submit social histories and/or recommendations to relevant court(s)
Interviews and counsel offenders and families in development and rehabilitation
Appears in juvenile court and testifies in hearings regarding youth on caseload
Provides supervision of youth on Conditions of Release, monitor compliance with Electronic Monitor for youth placed on Deferred Prosecution and Court Ordered Probation
Maintains compliance with daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly contact and case plan standards
Coordinates and transports juveniles for various appointments outside the facility, and for placement in out-of-county and TJJD facilities
Coordinates, supervises, and facilitates special programs, such as Family Nights (to include evenings and weekends)
Develops relationships and communicates regularly with personnel in law enforcement, schools, courts, community organizations, and other social service agencies
Readily complies with departmental / countywide policies and Texas Juvenile Justice Department standards
Supervises youth on probation to include deferred, formal and out of county placements
Supervises First Offender Program and SEARCH Program youth
Collaborates with all relevant staff and counselors to provide case management supervision to residential caseload of juveniles on highest levels of supervision
Attends expulsion hearings in each school district throughout the county, as needed
Conducts and facilitates the intake process for youth placed into the Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program (JJAEP) and the CORE therapeutic residential program
Works closely with JJAEP school personnel in recording attendance and progress
Assists with compiling, monitoring, and recording statistical data for reports to TJJD
Attends all meeting and trainings as required
Performs special duties as assigned
Provides supervision to youth on Deferred Prosecution by Department, Deferred Prosecution by Court and Formal Supervision
Work with counselors in each office to meet mental health needs of youth and family
Engages youth in identifying and developing SPARK interests, and works with community partners to establish opportunities for youth