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Minimum Qualifications
Acceptable Experience and Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. One (1) year work experience in related agency work dealing with young people, law enforcement, or related area preferred. Case management experience is preferred.
Must be at least 21 years of age. Bilingual (Spanish/English) desirable. Must have a telephone and report residence. Must have vehicle for transportation; a current Driver’s License and show proof of automobile liability insurance coverage.
Must comply with all Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) Juvenile Probation Officer certification training requirements, including becoming certified in Handle with Care (HWC) or any other restraint technique adopted by the Department.
Minimum Requirements: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of: Departmental policies and procedures, TJJD standards, the Texas Penal Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure 61.02, and Texas Family Code in order to explain detention/probation/court orders and conditions to juveniles and family members; community providers and resources; case management practices; support service programs and eligibility requirements; mediation and behavior modification techniques; graduated sanctions; issues affecting maladjusted youth; social services delivery network; of TJJD and residential placement facilities; juvenile law, Texas Juvenile Justice Code, and Texas Family Code.
Skill/Ability to: work more than 40 hours during the work week, if required and must be able to travel by land or air to fulfill duties and responsibilities; must be able to telework; possess excellent communication skills in order to explain to juveniles and family members the conditions of supervision and consequences of failure to comply as well as maintain frequent communication with co-workers, other County employees, government agencies, law enforcement, outside organizations, and the general public; communicate clearly and precisely verbally and in writing with all levels of individuals to include families, maladjusted youth and the Juvenile Court; possess a high degree of responsibility coupled with a strong interest in young people; provide training regarding programming, departmental policies, procedures, court proceedings as well as TJJD standards; work positively and effectively with all types of children including severely maladjusted children and their families; learn the deviant forms of behavior in juveniles and handle such behavior as constructively as possible; use moderate discretion and possess the initiative to complete work assignments with little oversight; possess sound decision making skills foster and maintain working relationships with contracted and community providers to create opportunities for youth to be successful; use word processing software and other computer applications utilized by the department; communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; communicate effectively with hostile, abusive or irrational individuals; high degree of maturity coupled with strong interest in young people and an ability to accept and work with all types of children; must be able to work positively and effectively with severely maladjusted children; ability and willingness to learn the deviant forms of behavior in juveniles and handle such behavior as constructively as possible; obtain and organize information; operate a personal computer and basic office equipment; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, department employees, outside organizations, attorneys and the general public; work closely with court officials and local law enforcement on cases; manage time effectively; interpret legal statutes; analyze reports and create strategic and tactical plans. Successfully complete the department’s pre-employment requirements and background investigation.
Each and every position requires the following professional skills and abilities as key and necessary elements of performance:?
- Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance;
- Work well with others and participate fully in a team-oriented environment;
- Interface with other employees and customers in a courteous and respectful manner;
- Maintain strict confidentiality;
- Project positive support of their department and all county organizations at all times; and,
- Maintain and enhance the Department’s commitment to customer service excellence.
Typical Duties
Essential Duties
Supervises and monitors all juveniles assigned to caseload according to risk level; performs home visits, phone calls, and case management for juveniles according to the guidelines of the Juvenile Court and/or Deferred Prosecution program; manages pre-adjudicated cases and collects and reports collateral information through interviews with family members, school, medical, and police reports.
Makes recommendation to the Juvenile Court on treatment plans for the juvenile; testifies on new adjudicated cases, modifications, reviews by court, detention hearings, and admonishment hearings; is available during Pre-Trial Hearings for juveniles on caseload.
Maintains current training in compliance with TJJD and ANE/PREA certifications, attends trainings for officer safety, cyber-security, suicide prevention, civil rights, sexual harassment, CPR/First Aid, and other required training.
Prepares and documents information pertaining to juveniles assigned to caseload; documents family demographics, daily activities, information required by the court, and interview information; prepares the Pre-Disposition Report on juveniles for presentation to the Juvenile Court during the disposition of the case.
Assists with training new employees, coordinates with law enforcement agencies as needed, and coordinates tasks with interns for the completion of daily duties.
Must perform and comply with all duties and responsibilities listed below under the Texas Administrative Code (TAC) 341 as a certified juvenile probation officers:
(1) Recommending a disposition in formal court proceedings;
(2) Providing final approval of written social history reports;
(3) Acting as the primary supervising officer for court-ordered and deferred prosecution cases;
(4) Acting as the primary supervising officer in a collaborative supervision agreement under Family Code §51.075;
(5) Developing and implementing case plans in accordance with Subchapter E of this chapter;
(6) Conducting intake interviews and preliminary investigations and making release decisions under Family Code §53.01 unless another staff member is designated to do so by the juvenile board;
(7) Taking a child into custody as authorized by Family Code §§52.01(a) (4), 52.01(a) (6), or 52.015;
(8) Serving as the designated inter-county transfer officer and performing the duties required by Family Code §51.072;
(9) Referring a child to a local mental health or mental retardation authority as required by Family Code §54.0408; and
(10) Providing to the juvenile and to the juvenile’s parent, guardian, or custodian a written explanation of the process of sealing juvenile records and a copy of Family Code Chapter 58, Subchapter C-1.
Depending on Area Assigned
Intake/DP
Receives referrals from law enforcement agencies within El Paso County and ensures that all paperwork is properly completed in compliance with departmental and Court standards as well as within Title 3 standards of the Texas Family Code.
Completes preliminary investigation to include establishing probable cause, completing a risk and needs assessments and parental interview supporting recommendation on juvenile’s conditional release, detention, referral to deferred prosecution or formal court proceedings.
Obtains case file background and restricted information pertaining to juveniles or family members as per policy.
Handles confidential, sensitive, and/or restricted information pertaining to juveniles or families.
Other Important Duties
Performs other duties as assigned.
May be called on to perform temporary duty assignments and cross-training.
Maintains ability to work flexible work shifts that include days, weekends, nights, and holiday schedules.
Maintains a safe and healthy workplace environment.
Job Summary
The Juvenile Probation Officer III oversees the supervision and case management of juveniles per the court order, placed on level III supervised probation, processes juveniles referred to the department, manages pre-adjudicated cases and in deferred prosecution programs; monitors the progress of juveniles assigned to their case load through home visits, school visits, and regular communication with guardians, parents, and team members; performs investigations into juvenile’s history and enters information into reports with recommendations to the Juvenile Court; oversees actions of juveniles placed on home detention.
Additional Information
Organizational Relationships
Reports to: Director of Intake or Director of Juvenile Probation Services
Directs: This is a non-supervisory position
Other: Has contact with other department employees, law enforcement, child protection agencies, school personnel, service providers, court personnel, public agencies, juveniles, and family members.
Accountability
The Probation Officer is accountable to their assigned Juvenile Probation Manager, Director, Deputy Chief of Juvenile Services and Operations, and the Chief Juvenile Probation Officer.
The Probation Officer must fulfill the requirements of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department Code of Ethics.
Physical Demands
While working in the office, the incumbent will sit for long periods of time in front of a computer terminal using a keyboard and mouse, requiring hand and finger dexterity, the ability to see well enough to read documents and computer screens; lifting or carrying up to 30 pounds.
Work Environment
Office environment – while performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Field Environment – while performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to visit homes of youth located in in high crime areas and with a population prone to delinquent and criminal acts. This may entail extensive walking on different levels of terrain, as well as, climbing stairs. This requires the employee to be out in the physical elements of weather, including possible prolonged exposure to the sun, rain, etc. In addition, the position requires the transport of youth via vehicle, train or airplane to appointments and/or placement.
The above is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by this position. The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.
Job Location (Place(s) where work is performed)
El Paso County Juvenile Probation Department