What are the responsibilities and job description for the Juvenile Probation Officer position at Union County, OH?
DESCRIPTION
The Union County Probate and Juvenile Court Judge is now hiring a full-time Probation Officer to assist with Juvenile Court probation matters. Under administrative direction of the Court Administrator/Chief Probation Officer, the Probation Officer assists in program facilitation and implementation of activities and programs of county probation department; provides case management and supervision over assigned youth and/ or adults; oversees compliance and implements appropriate sanctions and rewards when necessary; serves as a point of contact for each assigned youth and/or adult; attends court hearings to observe and testify when required; investigates background of current or previous offenders and writes related reports and violations when applicable; schedules frequent visits/meetings as defined in the case contact standards; conducts individualized drug and/or alcohol screenings; acts as a liaison between the Court, Community Resources, Children Services Personnel, Treatment Providers, Schools, Law Enforcement, etc. Selected individual must also be capable of passing a comprehensive pre-employment background investigation.
If you meet the requirements below and are interested in joining the caring and dedicated Probate and Juvenile Court team, we encourage you to apply by the application deadline!
QUALIFICATIONS
Completion of a bachelor’s degree from accredited educational institution in the field of social work, criminal justice, criminology, psychology, cognitive behavior therapy/counseling or other applicable field of study; one (1) or more years of experience in juvenile justice, social service, or related field; equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:Must possess a valid Ohio driver's license and maintain insurability under the county's vehicle insurance policy. Must possess or be able to obtain necessary licensure or certification to allow for carrying of any safety related equipment including but not limited to, tasers and pepper spray. Must possess and maintain certification for the use of Ohio Courts Network.
EQUIPMENT OPERATED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive:
Motor vehicle, electronic monitoring equipment; taser; pepper spray; radio; restraint devices (i.e. handcuffs); drug and/or alcohol testing equipment; personal computer, telephone, copier, fax machine, printer, calculator, and other standard office equipment.
INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS:
The employee has exposure to chemical compounds found in an office environment (e.g., toner, correction fluid, etc.); is exposed to possible injury due to unclean or unsanitary conditions; has contact with potentially violent or emotionally distraught persons; has exposure to hazardous driving conditions; uses or works in proximity to the use of firearms; has exposure to potentially vicious animals; has exposure to needles and other drug paraphernalia; has exposure to Hepatitis C and other such diseases; has exposure to second hand smoke; works in or around crowds; ascends and/or descends stairs; has exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions; has to work irregular hours.
Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered medium work.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
For purposes of 42 USC 12101:
(1) Manages case load of juveniles and/or adults under community control sanctions and/or pre-adjudication services including diversion cases (e.g., oversees youth and/or adults; interviews, conducts visits/meetings, and observes youth and/or adults at residence, school, work site or other community locations; cooperates with public and private organizations regarding treatment and welfare of youth and/or adults; reviews documents, records, and reports to develop case/service/goal plans in conjunction with youth and/or adults to address identified risk factors; determines official action taken with any infractions or violation of the law; maintains and reviews case plans with youth (including his/her parent(s)/guardian(s)) and/or adults to address identified risk factors; maintains and reviews case/service/goal plans with offenders throughout supervision period to gauge progress of established goals; conducts visual surveillance and monitoring; performs drug testing by observing, collecting and transporting specimens or using drug kit procedures when necessary and maintains a written chain of evidence from sample collection through testing and hearing process; formulates and monitors treatment plans with appropriate goals and objectives within the general conditions of probation and recommends placement options; completes arrest and violation investigations by interviewing individuals, reading & understanding technical information including medical, psychological, education, law enforcement, and legal documents; travels to youth and/or adult homes, schools, places of employment, community service sites, jails, treatment facilities, medical/clinical appointments, courts, etc.; assists courts, attorneys and law enforcement officers; supervises and assists youth and/or adults with conditions of probation/supervision; consults with and makes recommendations to Courts and attorneys; investigates alleged probation violations; implements curfew and other sanctions as directed by the Court; notifies courts of probation violations; assists youth and/or adults in obtaining services; assists youth and/or adults in completing court orders; maintains records and makes such available to the probation department administration and courts; etc. Supervises youth and/or adults on pre-trial supervision as needed. Coordinates work with the Court’s Specialized Dockets as needed.
(2) Completes appropriate screenings/assessments on youth and/or adults; collects collateral information including educational records, treatment records, etc.; prepares and files appropriate case updates, violations and other documents as needed/directed; prepares required court reports and paperwork; inputs data for state and federal grant reports; coordinates community service opportunities and completes community service hours with youth/adults (pre and post adjudication) as necessary;collaborates with educators as a means of monitoring attendance, behavior and grades and creating intervention plans when necessary; collaborates with law enforcement and/or other county agencies; coordinates and schedules programming (including but not limited to Parent Project ®, Carey Guides, CBI, educational enrichment, and other evidence based interventions etc.; collects data for Court programming; maintains records in accordance with retention period as required by law; etc.
(3) Maintains required licensures, certification, and continuing education requirements.
(4) Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable safety standards that pertain to essential functions.
(5) Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
(6) Performs other related duties as assigned.
(7) Attends staff meetings as assigned.
(8) Will be required to work evening and weekend hours and is on call for law enforcement and children services
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS
Knowledge of: county, department, and unit goals and objectives*; county, department, and unit policies and procedures*; personnel rules and regulations; government structure and process; public relations; legal terminology; office practices and procedures; English grammar and spelling; case management; criminal justice; probation work methods and philosophies*; social work or social behavioral sciences; counseling; available community resources*; court policies and procedures*; court system structure and process*; probation case management; interviewing; safety practices and procedures; federal, state, and local laws; investigation techniques; courtroom procedures.
Skill in: crisis de-escalation, conflict resolution, telephone console operation; word processing; computer operation; use of modern office equipment; motor vehicle operation.
Ability to: carry out instructions in written, oral, or picture form; deal with problems involving variables within familiar and unfamiliar context; use proper research methods to gather data; recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action; subdue and/or restrain youth and/or adults; resolve complaints/conflict; add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers; exercise independent judgment and discretion; prepare accurate documentation; respond to routine inquiries from public and/or officials; communicate effectively; understand a variety of written and/or verbal communication; work alone on most tasks; lift file boxes; handle sensitive communication with officials and general public; travel to and gain access to work site; develop and maintain effective working relationships; perform job safely.
