Juvenile Probation Officer

JUVENILE PROBATION OFFICER

Salary: $ 50,214.00 annual salary

Designated Administrator and/or designee

N/A

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Social or Behavioral Sciences or a directly related field AND a minimum of one (1) year experience preferred in direct juvenile care, counseling, law enforcement, corrections or other related field.

• Must be over twenty-one (21) years of age (for state certification requirements);
• Current Texas Driver's License and must have an automobile with current automobile insurance;
• Ability to communicate effectively (reading, writing, and understanding) in English; bilingual is preferred;
• Able to submit to a drug urinalysis pre-screening exam and pass a criminal background check. If the candidate for employment does have a criminal record, it must be cleared through the requirements as set forth by the Texas Juvenile Justice Department;
• Must be bondable

• Certification as a Juvenile Probation Officer or eligible for certification within six (6) months of date of hire;
• Must meet the requirements to become a Certified Juvenile Probation Officer in Texas which include: completing a minimum of 80 training hours covering the topics mandated by TJJD and pass the automated certification exam for juvenile probation officers. The officer will be given two opportunities to pass the exam.
• Cardio
  - Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification and First Aid (FA);
• Handle with Care (HWC) State Approved Restraint Technique Certification

• Conducts investigations on the background of each case, which includes interviewing clients, their families and other significant contacts. Reviews documentation, such as police reports, court transcripts, criminal records, school records and attendance, home environment, mental stability and general attitude of the client to make assessments regarding the nature of the individual's environmental, employment, financial or domestic difficulties as they apply to the case.
  
  Makes recommendations for adjudication and disposition of probationer and prepares probation case plans.
• Supervises and monitors juveniles on probation through regular home, school and office visits and other needed contacts. Determines the needs of the client and family and develops supervision plans for clients.
• Perform timely Home, School and Curfew Checks as required by the Level of Supervision assigned on the Initial Case Plan and Case Plan Updates
• Assures client's understanding of obligations with respect to conditions of the court's order and monitors compliance with the terms and conditions of probation. Addresses violations of court orders by taking appropriate action. Coordinates case management and referrals with representatives of criminal justice and social service agencies.
• Provides individual and crisis intervention counseling, as required.
• Assists clients with various referrals, including, but not limited to, counseling, treatment and job referrals. Verifies attendance and completion of alcohol, drug, mental health counseling and any other court ordered programs.
• Prepares written assessments and recommendations to the court concerning alternative forms of sanction, treatment, custody release, release from treatment facilities, out-of-custody probation supervision, and compliance and progress during probation.
• Monitors Odyssey Case Management System to maintain legal status on cases and upcoming hearings.
• Develop individualized Initial Case Plan and Monthly Updates as mandated by the Texas Family Code.
• In preparation for placement, transport to medical appointments, purchasing clothing, obtaining medical and psychological reports for court proceedings.
• Appears and…