State of Florida
JUVENILE PROBATION OFFICER - 80081649
State of Florida, Kendall, Florida, United States,
Requisition No: 834981
Working Title: JUVENILE PROBATION OFFICER - 80081649
LOCATION AND CONTACT INFORMATION:
LOCATION:
Circuit 11 Probation & Community Intervention - Miami-Dade County (Various Locations - Miami / Miami Gardens / Kendall / Cutler Bay)
CONTACT PERSON:
Melvena Orr (305) 679-2770
STARTING SALARY:
$1,730.40 bi-weekly
DESCRIPTION:
This is work providing social services to assist in the rehabilitation of juvenile law offenders in custody or on probation or parole. Incumbents make recommendations for actions involving the formulation of rehabilitation plans and treatment of offenders, including conditional release and education and employment stipulations.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Case Management, Referrals, Recommendations and Assessment
Initiate contact with youth, family, victims, and law enforcement when referrals are received by the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (FDJJ).
Conduct home and school visits as an integral part of the information gathering process and family involvement model.
Obtain and review collateral information such as abuse and neglect history, educational, mental health, substance use, gang-related activity, and other pertinent information from other agencies involved with the youth and/or family.
Conduct and document FDJJ screening(s) to identify the youth’s risk and needs, protective factors, and/or the need for further evaluations.
Formulate case management strategies based on assessments and/or information gathered.
Make service referrals to the appropriate provider(s) and follow up on actions needing to be taken.
Complete the screening instruments and reports used by the Department and/or the courts.
Court Process
Acts as the DJJ representative during court hearings.
Prepare and maintain current social histories, court reports, referral letters, and related correspondence.
Testify at hearings, when appropriate.
Prepare affidavits/petition for Violation of Probation.
Request hearings when appropriate.
Case Management, Interventions & Supervision
Complete a risk and needs assessment for all youth screened/supervised by the department.
Conduct face-to-face contacts in the home, school, and community-based settings.
Assist the youth with obtaining appropriate mental health and substance abuse evaluations.
Provide crisis intervention and assist the youth and family in accessing crisis intervention services/resources.
Discuss with youth and family projected timeframes for completion of goals.
Records Management
Enter into Juvenile Justice Information System (JJIS) all case management activities.
Upload required forms/documents into the JJIS case file.
Community Collaboration
Ensure familiarity with community resources and provide input on provider community-based service delivery issues.
Attend and participate in professional development trainings and meetings.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; or,
Four years of experience working directly with adolescents in criminal justice, social services, or education; or,
An associate degree and two years’ experience in the same fields.
A valid driver’s license is required.
Knowledge of case management practices; interviewing and counseling techniques.
Ability to make recommendations concerning the processing and handling of delinquent youth.
Ability to develop case plans and communicate effectively.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Preference may be given to candidates with a bachelor’s degree or higher.
Preference will be given to candidates who are certified State of Florida Juvenile Probation Officers.
SPECIAL NOTES:
Juvenile Probation Officers are required to maintain CPR and First Aid Certifications throughout employment.
All prospective candidates will be subject to background checks and pre-employment drug screening.
Successful candidates must be certified in accordance with State of Florida Department of Juvenile Justice direct care training policy.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE:
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies.
For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time.
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Working Title: JUVENILE PROBATION OFFICER - 80081649
LOCATION AND CONTACT INFORMATION:
LOCATION:
Circuit 11 Probation & Community Intervention - Miami-Dade County (Various Locations - Miami / Miami Gardens / Kendall / Cutler Bay)
CONTACT PERSON:
Melvena Orr (305) 679-2770
STARTING SALARY:
$1,730.40 bi-weekly
DESCRIPTION:
This is work providing social services to assist in the rehabilitation of juvenile law offenders in custody or on probation or parole. Incumbents make recommendations for actions involving the formulation of rehabilitation plans and treatment of offenders, including conditional release and education and employment stipulations.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Case Management, Referrals, Recommendations and Assessment
Initiate contact with youth, family, victims, and law enforcement when referrals are received by the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (FDJJ).
Conduct home and school visits as an integral part of the information gathering process and family involvement model.
Obtain and review collateral information such as abuse and neglect history, educational, mental health, substance use, gang-related activity, and other pertinent information from other agencies involved with the youth and/or family.
Conduct and document FDJJ screening(s) to identify the youth’s risk and needs, protective factors, and/or the need for further evaluations.
Formulate case management strategies based on assessments and/or information gathered.
Make service referrals to the appropriate provider(s) and follow up on actions needing to be taken.
Complete the screening instruments and reports used by the Department and/or the courts.
Court Process
Acts as the DJJ representative during court hearings.
Prepare and maintain current social histories, court reports, referral letters, and related correspondence.
Testify at hearings, when appropriate.
Prepare affidavits/petition for Violation of Probation.
Request hearings when appropriate.
Case Management, Interventions & Supervision
Complete a risk and needs assessment for all youth screened/supervised by the department.
Conduct face-to-face contacts in the home, school, and community-based settings.
Assist the youth with obtaining appropriate mental health and substance abuse evaluations.
Provide crisis intervention and assist the youth and family in accessing crisis intervention services/resources.
Discuss with youth and family projected timeframes for completion of goals.
Records Management
Enter into Juvenile Justice Information System (JJIS) all case management activities.
Upload required forms/documents into the JJIS case file.
Community Collaboration
Ensure familiarity with community resources and provide input on provider community-based service delivery issues.
Attend and participate in professional development trainings and meetings.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; or,
Four years of experience working directly with adolescents in criminal justice, social services, or education; or,
An associate degree and two years’ experience in the same fields.
A valid driver’s license is required.
Knowledge of case management practices; interviewing and counseling techniques.
Ability to make recommendations concerning the processing and handling of delinquent youth.
Ability to develop case plans and communicate effectively.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Preference may be given to candidates with a bachelor’s degree or higher.
Preference will be given to candidates who are certified State of Florida Juvenile Probation Officers.
SPECIAL NOTES:
Juvenile Probation Officers are required to maintain CPR and First Aid Certifications throughout employment.
All prospective candidates will be subject to background checks and pre-employment drug screening.
Successful candidates must be certified in accordance with State of Florida Department of Juvenile Justice direct care training policy.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE:
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies.
For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time.
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