Screening Specialist

Colorado Youth Detention Continuum – 17th Judicial District

Title: Screening Specialist – After Hours/On-Call
Location: 17th Judicial District, Thornton, CO

Employer: Trestle Programs, Inc.

Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt; Hourly, After Hours

Salary: $21 hourly / + On-call Day Rate

WHO WE ARE:

At Trestle, our success is measured by the success of those we serve. We are a values-driven organization, where individual achievement never comes at the expense of others. Our culture celebrates the individual and the power of the community.

Our Values:

• We Care Personally
• We Celebrate the Process and the Impact
• We Create Healthy Relationships and Community

WHAT WE DO:

We are committed to assisting, advocating for and supporting families through the Judicial process by assessing, supervising, and connecting to ongoing services in order to provide an alternative to detention which will ultimately reduce recidivism and long-term involvement in the juvenile justice system.

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Through a series of standardized questions and responses, determines if the juvenile is appropriate for placement in a secure detention facility. Provide immediate response via cell phone after hours 5:00pm-8:00am, Monday through Friday, and all-day weekends and holidays. Work is primarily performed at home, must live in Colorado

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under the direct supervision of the 17th Judicial District’s CYDC Screening & Detention Supervisor.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Through a series of standardized questions and responses, determines if the juvenile is appropriate for placement in a secure detention facility.
• Provide immediate response via cell phone on a 24/7 basis for the 17th JD.
• Obtain accurate information from the arresting agency about the juvenile/incident.
• Relay accurate information to the appropriate entities/agencies.
• Assist in the emergency release process when facility is at capacity, when appropriate.
• Assist in further assessments as requested.
• Upon youth’s screen, gather parent/guardian contact information to provide detention hearing information.
• Ensure all screening information is compiled and provided to the Court/appropriate parties within 3 hours of the completed screen.
• Respond to phone calls as directed (ie. receiving/returning phone calls from the detention) center, Law Enforcement, and other Judicial Districts.
• Communicate consistently with immediate supervisor regarding any additional information pertaining to screened youth prior to the detention hearing.
• Utilize Colorado Trails and Court Access to verify information including warrants and bonds.
• Request judicial override when necessary.

Peripheral Duties:

• Provide support to other staff/programs as needed as well as any additional duties and responsibilities as directed by the judicial district CYDC Supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the juvenile justice system, human service system, CYDC, and various juvenile program resources and services within the judicial district.
• Ability to develop good relations with arresting agencies, booking agencies, Prairie Vista Youth Services Center, the courts, and all other entities involved in the juvenile justice /screening process.
• Ability to ascertain accurate facts.
• Ability to interpret and translate facts and information.
• Ability to interact with others to clarify intent, explain rationale, advise others of appropriate or desired course of action.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and employ culturally sensitive practices.
• Ability to understand the policies and laws governing the placement of juveniles in a secure detention facility.
• Ability to maintain a professional standard of performance, demeanor, and appearance at all times.
• Ability to work cooperatively and closely with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability and skills to use computer, software (i.e. word processing, email, spreadsheet, database), cell phone, printer.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field (ie. Human Services, Psychology, Criminal Justice)
• 1 year experience working within the Criminal Justice, Counseling, Human Services field(s)

Conditions of Employment

• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and pass urine analysis screen.
• Must have a current Colorado driver’s license, required to drive your own vehicle to conduct community visits, a good driving record and proof of insurance.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Work performed in home office environment. Primarily work from home conducting phone screens, but must be available for occasional in-person meetings at the office in Thornton, CO. Employee must live in Colorado to be available for meetings. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

TRESTLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Trestle has a commitment to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe a diverse workforce is what makes us a better place to work, to serve our clients and customers, and make an inclusive place to work supporting our values and our community. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran, or disability status. In addition to achieving a diverse workforce through hiring, Trestle has a commitment to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in all employment practices including training, promotions, discipline, time off policies, wages, and benefits. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.