Juvenile Program Coordinator

This position will be working with risk and needs assessments within a juvenile justice setting.

This position requires working a flexible schedule, i.e., some evening, some weekend, via rotating on-call schedule.

The purpose of this classification is to coordinate a range of specialized rehabilitation-based services for Juvenile Court as assigned.

Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff and program volunteers: develops and oversees schedules to meet program objectives; processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; develops performance measures for staff and volunteers; provides feedback to employees on performance, customer compliments and complaints; assists with or completes employee performance appraisals; and trains staff in operations, policies, and procedures.

Provides overall coordination of assigned Juvenile Court Program: coordinates consultation, information, and referral services for clients through referrals from Judicial Officers: makes initial contact and schedules appointments, interviews, and various evaluations; interviews collateral contacts and other necessary parties; makes and receives recommendations and referrals for program participation; maintains affiliations with related State and Federal programs; prepares and submits related written reports.

Develops operational guidelines and procedures for daily operation of programs under charge; ensures operations comply with established policies, procedures and applicable regulatory standards; plans, develops and implements short and long-term goals, objectives, and strategies for specialized area(s) of assignment to ensure efficient organization and utilization of allocated resources.

Supervises the work of program volunteers: recruits and receives applications for volunteer participation; completes reference and background checks; prepares training materials; plans, schedules and conducts in depth program training including administrative operations, training specific to program mission, and safety; assigns volunteers to specific program activity or specific children's cases; attends meetings and court hearings with volunteers; coordinates program scheduling; collaborates with and provides counsel with difficult issues; monitors volunteer performance and program documentation.

Collects and maintains information and statistical data regarding program activities: receives and reviews case files and program participation reports; prepares or oversees the preparation of financial, registration, attendance, and special project reports, memos, and correspondence; develops and interprets charts, diagrams, and statistics on operations to support program recommendations; and utilizes data for grant proposals where applicable and as needed for special projects.

Performs public relations activities in representing assigned Juvenile Program: presents information to citizens, businesses, schools and community boards and in a variety of forums: prepares newsletters, advertisements and educational presentations; maintains program website and social media accounts; participates in informational sessions; and responds to requests for information.

Collaborates inter and intra-departmentally with representatives from other programs, members of law enforcement, members of the judiciary, and external entities to ensure appropriate support and efficient coordination of services to advocate for the best interests of at-risk children and youth.

Performs case management duties: researches and compiles case information to create case files; prints and copies complaints, petitions, court orders, hearing notes and other supporting documents from court file; documents demographics and other statistical data; reviews files to determine compliance and takes appropriate responsive action; makes referrals for assessments, therapy or to other programs as needed; makes recommendations; and prepares, completes and distributes reports, letters or other case related documents.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Criminal Justice, Psychology, or related field required; supplemented by two years of experience in area of assignment; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, taste, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as traffic hazards, bright and dim lights, animal and human bites, firearms, violence, disease, or rude and irate customers.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Salary : $60,202 - $78,263