Altrusa International Of Denton County, TX - Denton, TX

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Denton, TX

About the position

The Juvenile Supervision Officer serves a critical role in the supervision and welfare of juveniles placed in detention or programs by the courts. This position involves direct oversight of juveniles, ensuring their safety, and managing their daily activities, including transportation to various facilities. The officer is responsible for maintaining case files, collaborating with other professionals, and ensuring compliance with rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Provides direct supervision of detained or referred youth.
  • Maintains individual case files, recording all contacts and amending files as appropriate.
  • Utilizes computerized data entry equipment and various word processing and/or file maintenance programs to enter, store, and/or retrieve information.
  • Confers with counselors or other professionals connected to agencies providing human services to probationers, maintaining knowledge of juveniles' needs, status, and progress.
  • Ensures that juveniles are properly searched and allowed calls to relatives and/or attorneys.
  • Contacts juvenile's family and advises juveniles of rules and regulations.
  • Observes the juvenile's demeanor to determine mental state and the possible need for treatment and observation.
  • Maintains readiness to assist juveniles and/or family members on a 24-hour, call-in basis.
  • Admits and processes juveniles into the Juvenile Detention Center.
  • Transports juveniles to and from state hospitals or other medical facilities as necessary.
  • Summarizes information and completes standard reports, selecting data from direct observation and other sources.
  • Supervises juveniles in an alternative educational program; oversees daily physical training efforts and in-school behavior.
  • Completes incident reports in response to behavioral problems and implements positive reinforcement efforts through the creation of award certificates.
  • Maintains the overall safety of students, staff, and the program.
  • Supervises students in program activities and transports students to detention when necessary.
  • Maintains program inventory to include student property, student funds, and school materials, and assists with the supervision of juvenile community service efforts.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED required.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • No disqualifying criminal history as described in the TAC.
  • Must never have had any type of certification revoked by the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.
  • Completion of the training required by the TAC.
  • Pass the certification exam as required by §344.700 of the TAC or any successor statute.
  • Certification as a Juvenile Supervision Officer by the Texas Juvenile Justice Department within six (6) months of initial employment is required.
  • Possession of a valid driver's license and ability to obtain a State of Texas driver's license within 90 days.

Benefits

  • Disability insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Life insurance
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