What are the responsibilities and job description for the PJD (Prevention of Juvenile Delinquency) Specialist position at Family Connections, Inc.?
I. Core Values
Education/Certification: Bachelor's in psychology, social work or other human service field OR Master’s in Social Work, MA or equivalent Master’s in a social service field.
EXPERIENCE: Experience in working with adolescents and preferred experience working with juvenile justice population.
Knowledge
Knowledge of psychiatric disorders and various group, family and individual interventions. Knowledge of community resources, social service and mental health systems. Knowledge of appropriate interventions in a crisis and non-crisis situation. Knowledge of appropriate interventions for identification of victims of abuse and neglect, individuals suffering from post-traumatic stress disorders, depression, anxiety and other psychiatric and personality disorders. Knowledge of developmental theories; understanding of professional ethics and issues of confidentiality.
Professional Characteristics: Open, warm, empathic, attentive listener, self-aware, ethical, creative, organized, flexible, open to criticism, patient, responsible, able to work independently, mature, self-motivated, dedicated, enthusiastic, willing to take on additional tasks and responsibilities, interested in seeking additional training and skills.
Work Environment/Physical Demands: The individual must possess the ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, and lifting of up to or in excess of 50 pounds.
- Demonstrates cultural competence through an awareness of and sensitivity towards Agency’s clients’ and coworkers’ cultural and socioeconomic characteristics i.e. is flexible in presentation of profession self, has the ability to “connect” with diverse populations, and has the skills to integrate culture throughout the clinical process with respect to race, color, creed, religion, gender, ethnicity, language, sexual orientation, age, appearance, mental and/or physical capability, etc. (* Culture is defined as membership in a group that has shared values, experiences and beliefs.)
- Is committed to the value of a nurturing family as the ideal environment for a child and believes in the capacity of people to grow and change.
- Works from a strengths-based perspective.
- Understands and works well with other service systems (i.e.; child protective, juvenile justice, division on aging, probation and parole), maximizes resources to assist client.
- Recognizes that consumers come first and responds to consumers appropriately.
- Knows and adheres to all FC Policies and Procedures, participates in either the QI Committee or a Subcommittee and/or keeps abreast of and adheres to QI policies and procedures.
- Values and participates in the Team as a proactive member.
- Respects others’ professional opinions and tolerates a range of feelings.
- Able to give and receive constructive criticism.
- Willing to take on extra work when needed (i.e. when there is a vacancy).
- Performs required tasks according to the program philosophy, policies and procedures.
- Is courteous, approachable, and cooperative towards others and conducts self in a mature, competent, confident, and respectful manner.
- Understands and adheres to confidentiality rights of clients, co-workers and agency, consistent with HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), and protects personal health information in written, verbal and electronic forms.
- Practices self-care, has a sense of humor, and possesses a healthy work/ life balance important to providing great customer service.
- Ensures the safety & comfort of others by communicating the presence of hazards, injuries, equipment problems or any need for help and knows the emergency evacuation and all other safety policies (universal precautions, etc.).
- In times of crisis is willing to help others, and communicates urgent information quickly to supervisor / Team.
- Maintains good attendance (i.e. Maintains FT or PT schedule as contracted, and attendance does not impair or negatively affect the team.)
- Is punctual for client appointments, meetings, etc.
- Meets program productivity requirements.
- Uses good judgment, practices ethical decision-making, and explores all options in problem solving.
- Attends supervision consistently and comes prepared.
- Documents supervision.
- Able to receive feedback and to learn from it.
- Has insight about self (i.e. strengths and weaknesses) and utilizes that knowledge toward growth and change.
- Provide individual and group supportive services to students at risk.
- Provide outreach and case management services to students and families at risk.
- Provide crisis intervention services.
- Work in collaboration with local police departments and juvenile committees through monthly meetings and stationhouse adjustments.
- Interface with school administration, Probation Officers and other community referral sources.
- Discuss all suspected cases of abuse and neglect with manager and report to DCPP.
- Monitor students’ grades and behavior, as able.
- Remain current in the field regarding research and current trends in adolescent mental health and juvenile delinquency.
- Attend all required meetings and participate as a part of the interdisciplinary team.
- Complete required paperwork in a timely fashion.
- Input data into state and agency databases as required.
- Market the program in the school and community.
- Assist in the development of services that will address student needs.
- Supervise students during recreation program and field trips using appropriate behavioral interventions, as deemed necessary by manager.
- Perform other duties as deemed necessary by the Manager of SBYSP.
Education/Certification: Bachelor's in psychology, social work or other human service field OR Master’s in Social Work, MA or equivalent Master’s in a social service field.
EXPERIENCE: Experience in working with adolescents and preferred experience working with juvenile justice population.
Knowledge
Knowledge of psychiatric disorders and various group, family and individual interventions. Knowledge of community resources, social service and mental health systems. Knowledge of appropriate interventions in a crisis and non-crisis situation. Knowledge of appropriate interventions for identification of victims of abuse and neglect, individuals suffering from post-traumatic stress disorders, depression, anxiety and other psychiatric and personality disorders. Knowledge of developmental theories; understanding of professional ethics and issues of confidentiality.
Professional Characteristics: Open, warm, empathic, attentive listener, self-aware, ethical, creative, organized, flexible, open to criticism, patient, responsible, able to work independently, mature, self-motivated, dedicated, enthusiastic, willing to take on additional tasks and responsibilities, interested in seeking additional training and skills.
Work Environment/Physical Demands: The individual must possess the ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, and lifting of up to or in excess of 50 pounds.
- The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job or that 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 function.
