Juvenile Residential Treatment Officer , II, or III

Overview

Job Summary:

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of juvenile youth today? Are you someone who can balance law and order with compassion and rehabilitation? Are you well versed in criminal justice and current counseling methods? If you want to work for an organization where you are valued, can grow in your career, and give back to your community, apply to become a Juvenile Residential Treatment Officer with Travis County Juvenile Probation Department (TCJPD).

Please note:

This position requires availability to work a non-traditional schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Shifts may be 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM; 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM; or 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM. The Department may reassign shifts to meet operational needs. Shift and certification pay premiums may apply.

• Provides direct supervision of all client daily activities. Maintains accountability of all clients and equipment and ensures that the environment is safe, clean and secure.
• Assesses juveniles, assists in developing treatment plans and implements treatment plans, corrective disciplinary strategies and effective treatment intervention programs. Ensures clients understand their responsibilities and appropriate behavior.
• Conducts cognitive skill groups and teamwork activities. Models competency in direct care principles for less experienced staff.
• Documents clients' behavior and enters information into the department computer system. Develops strategies for case management.
• Assists in training other juvenile residential treatment employees.
• Provides individual and crisis intervention counseling, as required.
• Ensures environment is safe and clean. Maintains order and discipline.
• Physically restrains aggressive clients using approved protocols, as required.
• Transports clients to other facilities, as required.
• Serves on committees and participates in special projects.
• Maintains communication with other staff to ensure continuity of care.
• Assists in investigating incidents involving clients.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Residential Treatment Officer I:

Associate’s degree in Human Services or a directly related field AND one (1) year experience in direct client care, counseling, law enforcement, corrections or a directly related field; OR any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

Residential Treatment Officer II:

Associate’s degree in Human Services or a directly related field AND two (2) years’ experience in direct client care, counseling, law enforcement, corrections or a directly related field; OR any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

Residential Treatment Officer III:

Associate’s degree in Human Services or a directly related field AND three (3) years’ experience in direct client care, counseling, law enforcement, corrections or a directly related field; OR any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

Must be at least 21 years of age. Certification as a Juvenile Detention Officer or eligible for certification within six (6) months of date of hire, including successful completion of CPR Certification, First Aid and Handle with Care (state-approved physical restraint technique).

Valid Texas Driver's License.

Knowledge of:

• Policies, practices, procedures and legal terminology related to court system.
• Federal, State, Local and County applicable laws, rules, regulations, guidelines and applicable juvenile justice system standards and procedures.
• Standard practices in area of assignment.
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