HOW TO APPLY

Complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the following additional forms (available athttp://www.tjjd.texas.gov/index.php/doc-library/category/304-forms):

Failure to complete and submit the above forms will cause delays in your consideration for this position.

Apply Online at https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/644/jobdetail.ftl?job=00043460&tz=GMT-05:00 and attach to the application the above additional forms along with copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).

Apply through Work-In-Texas at https://www.workintexas.com/vosnet/loginintro.aspx. You will also need to complete and attach to the application the supplemental questions/forms indicated above along with a copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).The additional forms are available at: http://www.tjjd.texas.gov/index.php/doc-library/category/304-forms) and can be submitted via email to: HRJobs@TJJD.Texas.gov.

PLEASE NOTE

Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment (month & year), supervisor’s name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and any other requirements listed under Minimum Qualifications.

BENEFITS

State of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov. Benefits include: Retirement plan, paid group health & life insurance for employee, paid holidays, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance program, employee assistance program. Optional add-on benefits include: Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary AD&D Insurance, Dependent Health & Life insurance, Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts, etc. Additionally, certain designated positions are eligible for hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and free meals while on duty.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Performs a variety of related duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

Performs all duties in compliance with agency safety policies and procedures:

• Reports safety hazards and corrects hazards when possible.
• Completes required documentation in the event of an accident/injury within requested timeframes.

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency attendance and leave policies.

Monitors outcomes for racial, ethnic, and gender disparities and takes action to address identified disparities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s or doctoral degree in psychology, counseling or a related field.

Independent licensure in the State of Texas to practice as a licensed professional counselor, social worker, marriage and family therapist, psychological associate or psychologist.

If the candidate is not licensed in the state of Texas, they identify a plan for licensure within the first six months of their start date.

OR

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Clinical experience in a correctional and/or psychiatric health care setting.

• Experience with Trauma Informed Care and violence reduction strategies.

• Experience working with adolescent offenders in residential settings.

• Experience with treatment with youth and their families in the areas of aggression, substance use, sexual behavioral problems, and youth with mental health diagnoses.

• Supervisory experience.

Note: Any degree(s), semester hours, diploma(s), or high school equivalent required to meet minimum qualifications must be from an accredited educational institution.

Requirements for Continued Employment:

• Obtain and maintain certification in the TJJD approved use of force techniques.

• Obtain and maintain certification in First Aid and CPR.

• Failure to obtain/maintain the required certification or license and remain in good standing is grounds for termination of employment.

• This position is subject to mandatory pre-employment drug testing and any offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results from a drug screen conducted for the agency.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the treatment function.

• Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration and management.

• Knowledge of nursing techniques and procedures.

• Knowledge of health care laws and regulations.

• Knowledge of trauma informed care.

• Knowledge of general mental health treatment modalities.

• Knowledge of juvenile risk assessment, treatment practices and principles, family interventions, and regulatory standards.

• Knowledge of program regulations and procedures.

• Knowledge of or ability to acquire knowledge of TJJD and its programs,

• Skill in care and treatment of patients.

• Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

• Skill in evaluating and considering the information provided by team members then making appropriate decisions and recommendations regarding treatment or administrative options.

• Skill in training and/or teaching others.

• Skill in maintaining accurate records and files.

• Skill in communicating and working effectively with youth, family, and the public.

• Skill and the willingness to physically restrain youth in the appropriate manner, maintain order and discipline, and act quickly in emergencies.

• Skill in use of a computer and applicable software.

• Skill in using high-level data and informational reports as a program management tool.

• Skill in working collaboratively to establish rapport and build credibility with a wide array of internal and external stakeholders.

• Ability to manage program activities.

• Ability to establish goals and objectives.

• Ability to prepare and maintain records.

• Ability to organize, coordinate, and evaluate activities.

• Ability to devise solutions to administrative problems.

• Ability to develop and evaluate administrative policies and procedures.

• Ability to prepare reports.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Ability to supervise the work of others.

• Ability to work with youth in an empathetic and understanding manner and foster the cooperation of youth in the treatment process.

• Ability to appropriately respond to abusive language and conduct in a manner consistent with training instructions.

• Ability to intervene and correct behavior.

• Ability to facilitate group discussions and activities.

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks; plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments; and meet deadlines.

• Ability to maintain confidential information.

• Ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders and maintain a professional, courteous demeanor.

• Ability to remain alert, observant, and physically able to respond appropriately to work situations or emergencies including physical restraint of youth.

• Ability to recognize when decisions need to be made, process information logically, make decisions, and demonstrate the soundness of those decisions.

• Ability to participate in ongoing didactic training as scheduled by the agency.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

The following physical demands and working conditions are representative of those encountered when performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing

Ability to see

Ability to hear (with or without aid)

Ability to perform tactile discernment

Identify colors

Depth perception

Operate motor equipment

Restraining combative youth

Heavy lifting, 45 lbs. & over

Heavy carrying, 45 lbs. & over

Pushing

Pulling

Repeated bending

Reaching above shoulder

Finger/manual dexterity

Dual simultaneous grasping

Walking

Standing

Sitting

Crawling

Twisting

Kneeling

Stooping

Climbing stairs

Climbing ladders

VETERANS

In order to receive veteran’s preference, a copy of your DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), VA disability rating (if applicable), or a DD Form 1300 (Report of Casualty) must be attached to your application.

Go to https://texasskillstowork.com/, https://www.onetonline.org/, or http://www.careeronestop.org/ for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements, and skill sets.

Additional Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code or Crosswalk information is available from the Texas State Auditor’s Office at Program Management MOS Codes.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Career Center (https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en), you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions.

Thank you for considering employment with the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Texas Juvenile Justice Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.