Juvenile Probation Officer I: Prevention

Salary: $23.62 - $27.16 Hourly
Location : Georgetown: 200 Wilco Way, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 14.02580
Department: Juvenile Services
Opening Date: 02/22/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting directly to a Juvenile Probation Supervisor, responsible for providing case management and supervision of youth on assigned caseload using trauma-informed practices. Level I of II in Juvenile Probation.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

• Understands, practices, and promotes the vision of Williamson County Juvenile Services
• Maintains daily focus on the department's service philosophy when interacting with youth, including emphasis on Developmental Assets, Developmental Relationships, SPARK identification, Motivational Interviewing, and Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI)
• Engages with youth on caseload to develop relationships and focus efforts toward diversion of youth from commitment to the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD)
• Models positive behavior and leadership to youth in all interactions
• Redirects youth behavior using appropriate trauma-focused interventions when necessary
• Interviews and counsel offenders and families in development and rehabilitation
• Appears in juvenile court and testifies in hearings regarding youth on caseload
• Provides supervision of youth on Conditions of Release, monitor compliance with Electronic Monitor for youth placed on Deferred Prosecution and Court Ordered Probation
• Maintains compliance with daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly contact and case plan standards
• Coordinates and transports juveniles for various appointments outside the facility, and for placement in out-of-county and TJJD facilities
• Develops relationships and communicates regularly with personnel in law enforcement, schools, courts, community organizations, and other social service agencies
• Readily complies with departmental/countywide policies and TJJD standards
• All other duties as assigned
• The physical demands and environmental factors listed below, as well as regular attendance, are also essential functions for this position

PREVENTION ASSIGNMENT:

• Performs community outreach and partners with agencies state-wide
• Supervises First Offender Program and SEARCH Program youth
• Prioritizes youth mental health needs with staff

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports directly to - Juvenile Services Probation Supervisor or designee
• Direct Reports - No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to use non-violent physical restraint and non-hostile management of aggressive behavior
• Position requires prolonged walking, standing, sitting, bending, reaching, twisting, pulling, pushing, kneeling, squatting, writing, and typing in the performance of daily activities
• Position involves operating motor vehicles
• Position involves using mechanical restraint devices (handcuffs and leg shackles)

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Continuous contact with youth accused of or adjudicated for various crimes
• Work is primarily conducted indoors in air-conditioned building
• May be required to perform some work outdoors in inclement weather (heat, cold, wet conditions)

IRREGULAR HOURS

• Serves on-call on a 24-hour basis.
• Requires flexibility to work days, evenings, and/or weekend hours
• Ability to work scheduled Saturdays supervising juveniles in programs
• Non-Essential Personnel for Emergency Situations, unless employees are designated by Department Heads

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university recognized by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB)
• Completion of one year of graduate study in a field approved by TJJD or one year of full-time work experience in a juvenile supervision related field approved by TJJD
• Per Texas Administrative Code Section 344.200, be at least 21 years of age
• Have a non-disqualifying criminal history as defined in Texas Administrative Code Chapter 344.400
• Maintain a satisfactory motor vehicle record

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required by date of employment

• Written proof of one year of related work experience from previous employer (on employer's letterhead to include; dates of employment, description of job duties, and performance) OR certified original of Master's degree transcript
• Valid driver's license

Required within six (6) months of employment

• Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) Juvenile Probation Officer certification
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification
• First aid certification
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification
• Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) trained

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bilingual Spanish speaker
• Knowledge of and skill with basic computer programs to complete forms and required documentation for caseload management
• Prior experience with at-risk youth

EMPLOYMENT TESTING
Employment is contingent on passing post-offer /pre-employment screening listed below:

• Criminal background check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
• Drug screening: Yes
• Physical exam: Yes
• Psychological exam: No
• Additional: Child Abuse Registry check

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close any time after five (5) business days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Suite HR101, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone: (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at
Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.
TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY
Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco and non-tobacco products such as vapor, e-cigarettes and the use of chewing tobacco or like products is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.
Williamson County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible full-time employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; short- term disability and long-term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements.
The County also provides retirement benefits. Full-time & part-time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these basic employee benefits and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays. For more details please contact Williamson County Human Resources at 512-943-1533.
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Texas Administrative Code: RULE §344.200 I have a four (4) year bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

• Yes
• No

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Texas Administrative Code: RULE §344.200: This position requires you are at least 21 years of age at date of hire. Are you able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

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Texas Administrative Code: RULE §344.400: This position requires you have a non-disqualifying criminal history. Are you able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess or have the ability to obtain a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire?

• Yes
• No

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A provision of Texas Administrative Code, title 37 344.302 states that an individual with prior military experience will need to provide related discharge documents during the background check process. Have you ever been on active duty for training (ADT) or served in the military?

• Yes
• No

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Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal records check. The offer of employment will be contingent upon a non-disqualifying criminal history/sex offender registration background check, child abuse registry check, and passing a drug test and physical exam (provided by County). I am able to meet this requirement.

• Yes
• No

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This position requires a driving records check as part of the selection process. In order to be considered for this position, your driving record may not include any of the following conditions during the last 36-months. Any driving convictions involving:• Driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance;• Refusing to submit to a test to determine alcohol or controlled substance concentration• Leaving scene of crash• Vehicular manslaughter/homicide• Using vehicle to commit a felony; • Losing your license or driving while license is suspended;• Two or more reckless driving violations, negligent crash or violation with a pedestrian; • Three or more violations while operating a motor vehicle

• I attest that my driving record does not meet or exceed the number of violations and/or offenses listed above, and I am eligible to be considered for this position. I am able to provide a copy of my driving record at the time of interview.
• I AM NOT ELIGIBLE to be considered for this position. My driving record meets or exceeds the number of violations and/or offenses listed above.

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Do you have experience providing services to at-risk juveniles?

• Yes
• No

09
Which best describes your skill level using Microsoft Word?

• Beginner: Experience with creating documents, saving, printing, editing, setting tabs and indents, and using proofing tools to correct spelling and grammar.
• Intermediate: All of the skills listed above PLUS creating and using templates, using the letter wizard, creating envelopes and labels, formatting with styles, headers and footers, creating and formatting tables, graphics and watermarks.
• Advanced: All of the skills listed above PLUS creating and saving forms as templates, inserting text, checkbox and drop down form fields, and creating form letters and mailing labels.
• Expert: All of the skills listed above PLUS modifying default settings, working with toolbars, using worksheets and charts in documents, creating tables of figures, inserting, cross references and hyperlinks.
• No significant experience using Microsoft Word.

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Which best describes your skill level using Microsoft Excel?

• Beginner: Experience with creating, modifying and printing worksheets; moving, copying and pasting data; working with basic formulas and functions; working with multiple worksheets; and working with charts.
• Intermediate: All of the skills listed above PLUS using named cells, ranges and formulas; Calculating using advanced functions such as NOW, DATE, VLOOKUP, IF, PMT, and FV; formatting zero and negative values; importing and exporting data; linking workbooks; performing basic and advanced sorting; using AutoFilter and Advanced Filter.
• Advanced: All of the skills listed above PLUS using worksheets as databases; recording, running and editing macros; querying an external database; refreshing and sorting a PivotTable; creating custom views, reports and Pivot Charts.
• Expert: All of the skills listed above PLUS customizing Excel options and toolbars; creating workspaces; creating and editing templates; running Macros from menus and worksheet button; displaying dialog boxes and message boxes in macros.
• No significant experience using Microsoft Excel.

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I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of my application and the Supplemental Questions. This includes a detailed description of each position that I feel qualifies me for the job I am seeking. Please avoid the use of acronyms or abbreviations that describe job duties and define job titles.
I have read the above statement and understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected. I also understand that I may not submit a resume in lieu of filling out the application or answering the Supplemental Questions. However, I may attach a resume to the application to provide additional information.
I acknowledge that I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

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Use the space below to explain ALL gaps in employment. Type N/A if this does not apply.
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Have you ever been the subject of a Child Protective Services (CPS) investigation? What was the outcome of the investigation? Type N/A if this does not apply.
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Please provide a brief statement introducing yourself and illustrating why you should be considered as the most qualified individual for this position.
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