Juvenile Justice Specialist

Summary

Seeking Assessment Specialist for the Law Enforcement ProgramWe are hiring for a Juvenile Assessment Specialist who will be responsible for assessing, referring, and supporting youth and families within both the 18th and 23rd Judicial District communities, which includes Arapahoe, Douglas, Elbert, and Lincoln Counties. Spanish Speaking staff receive an additional language stipend. Position and pay specifics.We are currently hiring for the following shift(s):Night Shift: Friday-Monday, 8:00 PM - 6:00 AMThis shift offers a consistent 4 day workweek with the same days off every week.Juvenile Assessment Specialist: Salary Range: $45,011 to $48,380The position may vary from introductory to an intermediate level of experience. An introductory employee receives on the job training, attends in service training programs, and receives close supervision while learning to perform a range of Juvenile Assessment Specialist assignments. An intermediate level staff works in a developing capacity with increased responsibility for providing a range of Juvenile Assessment Specialist assignmentsAGENCY INFORMATIONThe Juvenile Assessment Center (JAC) is a nonprofit organization contributing to the safety of youth, families, and the communities of Arapahoe, Douglas, Elbert and Lincoln counties through immediate screening, early intervention, comprehensive assessment and improved access to appropriate services.The JAC Law Enforcement Program has two offices with the main office being located inside of the Family Resource Pavilion (FRP). The second LEP office is located inside of Marvin W. Foote Youth Services Center, which is the Division of Youth Services Center for both the 18th and 23rd Judicial Districts.It is the mission of the Juvenile Assessment Center to provide a coordinated, multi-agency, single entry site, which contributes to the safety of youth, families, and the community through early intervention, comprehensive assessment and improved access to appropriate services.DUTIES (Brief Description)This job description indicates in general the nature of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of the position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list. Other duties may also be required.Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Position:Facilitate assessments and interviews to determine appropriate services/interventionsProvide screening to determine if youth are eligible to be detainedCommunicate with partnering agenciesSupervise youth while at the JACMake appropriate referrals to community services based on client information, assessment outcomes, and family's willingness to participateWork with parents or guardians to coordinate careCollaboratewith partnering agenciesMaintain current and accurate records and notesCompose reports based on assessments, interviews, and collateral information (CYDC, Court, District Attorney, Public Defender, Human Services, and Probation)Utilize assessments to create case plansRefer for servicesCommunicate progress with key stakeholdersOther DutiesAttend meetings, subcommittees, and work groups when deemed appropriateEstablish strong working relationships within the communityParticipate in supervisionEngage in improving the overall function of the juvenile justice system within the 18th Judicial DistrictOther duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONSBachelor's Degree required from an accredited college or university with a preferred degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology, sociology, human development, or a closely related field preferred.Experience in mental health or related field in inpatient, residential, crisis prevention, juvenile corrections, or other similar settings strongly preferred.Ability to multi-task and capable of high-quality documentation.At Least 21 years of age.Required Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsExcellent organization skillsStrong writing skillsAbility to manage several projects at the same time while meeting deadlinesAbility to problem solve and to make appropriate decisionsAbility to comply with established rules, statutes, policies and proceduresAbility to be respectful of others' beliefs, values, and cultureAbility to develop rapport with professionals from various agenciesAbility to establish and model healthy boundariesAbility to exercise discretion (e.g. client confidentiality)Proficient in Microsoft Office programs and ability to learn software programsPreferred Qualifications:Bi-lingual (Spanish) candidates must be fluent in both Spanish and English and have demonstrated ability to translate written documents from English to Spanish and Spanish to EnglishUnderstanding of the juvenile justice systemExperience working with TRAILS database and/or CSC Data AccessExperience providing services to juveniles in the juvenile justice systemExperience working with youth outside of the juvenile justice systemExperience working in the justice systemExperience working in the human services fieldExperience with Evidence Based PracticesConditions of Employment:Must agree to fingerprinting and criminal background check. Required background checks include a review with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) AND the Central Registry of Child Protection (TRAILS).Subject to pre-employment, post-accident or incident or reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing.BENEFITS:Full Medical and Dental (Free for Employee, Additional Cost for Family/Dependents)Paid Vacation- Minimum 9 hours per month, increased accruals depending on years of servicePaid Sick hours- 8 hours accrued per monthPaid Holidays (13 paid holidays every calendar year)Yearly Training StipendYearly Team Building EventsRetirement Match- up to 3%Potential to qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Plan (PSLF)- The JAC is a Non-Profit OrganizationBilingual staff receive an annual stipend of $650.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, use hands to operate, finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. This job announcement is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.The Juvenile Assessment Center is an equal opportunity employer and seeks a diverse pool of applicants.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Seeking Assessment Specialist for the Law Enforcement ProgramWe are hiring for a Juvenile Assessment Specialist who will be responsible for assessing, referring, and supporting youth and families within both the 18th and 23rd Judicial District communities, which includes Arapahoe, Douglas, Elbert, and Lincoln Counties. Spanish Speaking staff receive an additional language stipend. Position and pay specifics.We are currently hiring for the following shift(s):Night Shift: Friday-Monday, 8:00 PM - 6:00 AMThis shift offers a consistent 4 day workweek with the same days off every week.Juvenile Assessment Specialist: Salary Range: $45,011 to $48,380The position may vary from introductory to an intermediate level of experience. An introductory employee receives on the job training, attends in service training programs, and receives close supervision while learning to perform a range of Juvenile Assessment Specialist assignments. An intermediate level staff works in a developing capacity with increased responsibility for providing a range of Juvenile Assessment Specialist assignmentsAGENCY INFORMATIONThe Juvenile Assessment Center (JAC) is a nonprofit organization contributing to the safety of youth, families, and the communities of Arapahoe, Douglas, Elbert and Lincoln counties through immediate screening, early intervention, comprehensive assessment and improved access to appropriate services.The JAC Law Enforcement Program has two offices with the main office being located inside of the Family Resource Pavilion (FRP). The second LEP office is located inside of Marvin W. Foote Youth Services Center, which is the Division of Youth Services Center for both the 18th and 23rd Judicial Districts.It is the mission of the Juvenile Assessment Center to provide a coordinated, multi-agency, single entry site, which contributes to the safety of youth, families, and the community through early intervention, comprehensive assessment and improved access to appropriate services.DUTIES (Brief Description)This job description indicates in general the nature of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of the position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list. Other duties may also be required.Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Position:Facilitate assessments and interviews to determine appropriate services/interventionsProvide screening to determine if youth are eligible to be detainedCommunicate with partnering agenciesSupervise youth while at the JACMake appropriate referrals to community services based on client information, assessment outcomes, and family's willingness to participateWork with parents or guardians to coordinate careCollaboratewith partnering agenciesMaintain current and accurate records and notesCompose reports based on assessments, interviews, and collateral information (CYDC, Court, District Attorney, Public Defender, Human Services, and Probation)Utilize assessments to create case plansRefer for servicesCommunicate progress with key stakeholdersOther DutiesAttend meetings, subcommittees, and work groups when deemed appropriateEstablish strong working relationships within the communityParticipate in supervisionEngage in improving the overall function of the juvenile justice system within the 18th Judicial DistrictOther duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONSBachelor's Degree required from an accredited college or university with a preferred degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology, sociology, human development, or a closely related field preferred.Experience in mental health or related field in inpatient, residential, crisis prevention, juvenile corrections, or other similar settings strongly preferred.Ability to multi-task and capable of high-quality documentation.At Least 21 years of age.Required Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsExcellent organization skillsStrong writing skillsAbility to manage several projects at the same time while meeting deadlinesAbility to problem solve and to make appropriate decisionsAbility to comply with established rules, statutes, policies and proceduresAbility to be respectful of others' beliefs, values, and cultureAbility to develop rapport with professionals from various agenciesAbility to establish and model healthy boundariesAbility to exercise discretion (e.g. client confidentiality)Proficient in Microsoft Office programs and ability to learn software programsPreferred Qualifications:Bi-lingual (Spanish) candidates must be fluent in both Spanish and English and have demonstrated ability to translate written documents from English to Spanish and Spanish to EnglishUnderstanding of the juvenile justice systemExperience working with TRAILS database and/or CSC Data AccessExperience providing services to juveniles in the juvenile justice systemExperience working with youth outside of the juvenile justice systemExperience working in the justice systemExperience working in the human services fieldExperience with Evidence Based PracticesConditions of Employment:Must agree to fingerprinting and criminal background check. Required background checks include a review with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) AND the Central Registry of Child Protection (TRAILS).Subject to pre-employment, post-accident or incident or reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing.BENEFITS:Full Medical and Dental (Free for Employee, Additional Cost for Family/Dependents)Paid Vacation- Minimum 9 hours per month, increased accruals depending on years of servicePaid Sick hours- 8 hours accrued per monthPaid Holidays (13 paid holidays every calendar year)Yearly Training StipendYearly Team Building EventsRetirement Match- up to 3%Potential to qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Plan (PSLF)- The JAC is a Non-Profit OrganizationBilingual staff receive an annual stipend of $650.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, use hands to operate, finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. This job announcement is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.The Juvenile Assessment Center is an equal opportunity employer and seeks a diverse pool of applicants.#J-18808-Ljbffr