Juvenile Services Specialist

The purpose of this classification is to provide supervision for juveniles placed on pre-trial release by the Juvenile Court.

Ensures compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, court orders, standards, policies and procedures; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.

Provides supervision for a caseload of juvenile offenders released on conditions of Juvenile Court orders; supervises cases of first-time status or unruly juveniles placed on court probation; conducts initial review of all juvenile complaints filed and determines whether complaints may be processed as informal adjustments or forwarded to Department of Juvenile Justice; supervises juveniles placed on informal adjustment; monitors status of pre-trial release cases throughout the court process.

Counsels/advises juveniles and their families regarding bond/release conditions, the judicial/court system, resolution of problems, achievement of goals of treatment plans, or other related issues.

Collects and investigates personal information regarding juveniles to determine residence, employment, and other data; conducts background checks for juvenile histories of prior offenses; schedules appointments for juveniles to report.

Conducts visual observations of juvenile detainees on bond or conditional release in home, school, or work environments; maintains frequency and type of client contact according to type of supervision.

Performs drug/alcohol testing of juveniles; collects urine/saliva samples for drug/alcohol testing; administers drug/alcohol testing and interprets test results.

Performs a variety of services to facilitate rehabilitation of youth offenders; implements or oversees implementation of treatment/program plan for youth placed on probation of informal adjustment by the court; identifies sources of supportive services which may be needed; refers juveniles to appropriate supportive services; monitors and follows up on referrals to other agencies.

Attends court sessions involving conditionally released juveniles; attends bond/detention hearings of detained juveniles to assist in determining qualification for release supervision; testifies at court hearings as needed.

Monitors adherence to conditions of probation, placement, or informal adjustment as set by court orders; develops alternative actions to avoid revocation of placement; initiates revocation procedures and makes request for detention as appropriate; provides for proper service of revocation notice and violation reports within established time limits; completes documentation to refer youth for interstate placement as needed.

Makes referrals of juveniles to be monitored to electronic monitoring companies.

Serves as liaison between Juvenile Court and electronic monitoring companies; serves as liaison between Juvenile Court and the school system.

Provides support and technical expertise within assigned department; performs the functions of Second Intake Officer in absence of Court Administrator or Judge; consults with other staff members regarding case management issues; assists with implementation of grants and programs as directed.

Manages case files; establishes and updates case files; documents youth offender activities, contacts, and case management services; prepares court documentation and case records; enters case information into computerized case management system; researches and updates records as needed.

Provides information and assistance to the public regarding court/department services, court cases, procedures, documentation, or other issues; responds to questions or complaints; initiates problem resolution.

Compiles statistical data pertaining to caseloads, defendants, and related issues; performs research; makes applicable calculations; analyzes data and identifies trends; prepares and distributes reports.

Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, case records, pre-trial release reports, indigent defense reports, recommendations, or other documents.

Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, court calendars, court orders, release/bond conditions, psychological evaluations, individual assessments, laboratory reports, diagnostic reports, laws, statutes, ordinances, policies, procedures, guidelines, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.

Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; verifies accuracy of entered data and makes corrections; utilizes word processing, spreadsheet, database, case management, e-mail, Internet, or other computer programs.

Conducts research of laws, regulations, computer records, Internet sites, hardcopy materials, or other sources as needed.

Maintains file system of reports, documentation, and records.

Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, Judges, court personnel, attorneys, law enforcement personnel, defendants, family members, electronic monitoring companies, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Attends various meetings, serves on committees, and represents the Court in public forums as needed;

serves on Community Affairs Committee to maintain positive rapport between schools, court, and the community;

Maintains confidentiality of departmental documentation/information.

Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws/guidelines; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.

Performs general/clerical tasks, which may include typing documents, making copies, sending/receiving faxes, filing documentation, or processing incoming/outgoing mail.

Performs other related duties as required.

Associate’s degree with course work emphasis in Criminal Justice; supplemented by one (1) year previous experience and/or training involving juvenile probation, juvenile offender case management, court procedures, and personal computer operations; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain valid Drug/Alcohol Testing certification. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.

BENEFITS PROVIDED BY FORSYTH COUNTY TO FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES:

Personal Leave Accrual

Personal leave shall be accrued as follows:

0 - 4 Years - 20 days per year - 6.16 hours per pay period
5 - 14 Years - 25 days per year - 7.70 hours per pay period
15 Years - 30 days per year - 9.24 hours per pay period

Observed Holidays

New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving (2), and Christmas (2).

Medical Insurance
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners offers employees a choice of two medical plans offered by Aetna and a plan offered by Kaiser Permanente.

• Aetna Choice POS II - $2000 Individual Deductible (Basic Plan)
• Aetna Choice POS II - $1000 Individual Deductible (Plus Plan)
• Kaiser Permanente HMO- $0 Individual Deductible

Dental Insurance
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners offers two dental plans from Delta Dental:

• Base $1,000 Plan
• Buy-Up $1,500 Plan

Vision Insurance
The vision plan offered by Forsyth County Board of Commissioners is administered by Aetna and will offer office visit copays for exams, as well as copays for lenses, frames, and contacts.

Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners recognizes the importance of basic life insurance for all of its employees. The Board provides term life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) protection for each full-time employee. This is a County-paid benefit.

Disability Insurance – Short Term and Long Term
100% paid by Forsyth County. Eligibility begins date of hire.

Short Term Disability – 60% of weekly earnings to a maximum of $1,000.00 a week. Eligibility begins 14 days after an accident or sickness and has a benefit period of 24 weeks.

Long Term Disability – 60% of monthly earnings to a maximum of $5,000.00 a month. Eligibility begins at 26 weeks to coordinate with the end of Short Term benefits and continues 24 months (Own Occupation).

Additional Life Insurance and AD&D
Rates vary based on amount of coverage selected. Additional life insurance may be purchased for employee, spouse, and children.

Retirement Plan (401K)

Fully vested at five years of employment – 20% graduated vesting annually. Eligible to begin contributions immediately upon hire.

Six Months through One Year of County Service
Forsyth County matches your contributions, dollar for dollar, up to 5% of your pay. That’s a 100% return on the first 5% of pay you save.

Years One through Five
Forsyth County “seeds” your account with 5% of your pay each year, and matches 100% of what you contribute, up to 5% of your pay.

Years 5 through 10
The County continues its automatic “seed” contribution of 5% of pay, matches up to the first 5% of pay that you contribute, then adds a 50% match up to the next 5%.

After 10 Years of Service
You continue to receive a 100% County match on the first 5% of pay you contribute, and 50% on the next 5% of pay you save. But now, the automatic contribution the County makes to “seed” your account each year increases to 7.5% of your pay.