All applicants must complete an application to be considered - those submitting resumes only will not be considered.
Circuit Court Of Jackson County, Missouri
Vacant Position
Date: 10/21/2021
Posting No.: 2021074
REVISED
Position Title:Deputy Juvenile OfficerPosition No.:9265
Department:Office of Juvenile Officer - Case Assessment Unit
Work Location:625 E. 26th Street - Kansas City MO
Work Hours:8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday; Additional hours and Weekend/Evenings as required
Salary:County Paid Position - Non-exempt Grade C 6 - $16.85 Hourly

Salary Range For Internal/Rehire Applicants: $16.85 - $25.27 Hourly

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS CLICK HERE TO APPLY; INTERNAL APPLICANTS GO TO ESS (The internal application for promotion/transfer may be obtained on the HR ICON on Lotus Notes) Employment Specialist: Amanda Riley. Applicants for clerical positions which require skill testing must be tested for consideration. ALL CURRENT EMPLOYEES APPLYING FOR THESE POSITIONS MUST SUBMIT AN INTERNAL APPLICATION FORM TO HUMAN RESOURCES.


Applications must be received by Human Resources no later than 05:00 PM on 11/30/2021

Earliest closing date on: ; Job will remain posted until filled


POSITION PURPOSE AND EXAMPLES OF WORK:

POSITION PURPOSE: To screen, assess, and determine the placement and rehabilitation needs of youth and families during the investigatory stage of their Court involvement and to develop treatment plans and make recommendations to the Judiciary for disposition on delinquency and non-delinquency matters.

MAJOR TASK STATEMENTS & REPRESENTATIVE ACTIVITIES (Percentage of Time): (The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job; other tasks may be assigned. The area to which the job is assigned will govern which duties apply. Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities, work shift/schedule, facility, or department to meet business and organizational needs as necessary, including, but not limited to the re-assignment of employees and positions, elimination of positions, and opening, moving, or closing of facilities and units.)

40% Assess youth and families to determine placement, treatment and/or service needs; monitor compliance with court orders and supervise progress; counsel with youth and families.

30% Prepare and maintain written documentation; work with resources regarding treatment and/or service needs. 20% Attend meetings, conferences, and seminars.
· Attend and participate in various work-related meetings, and training courses.

10% Attend Court, testify and recommend case actions, contact other services, and update parent/attorney. SUPERVISION OF: None.
SUPERVISION BY (Include level of Supervision): Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Unit Manager of Case Assessment and is reviewed through conferences and basis of results obtained.

SERVICE RESPONSIBILITY:
INTERNAL: Judiciary, Attorneys, CMO’s, JPO’s, DJO’s, court staff. Provide Judiciary with assessment and placement recommendations for youth on behalf of the Juvenile Officer. Provide Field and Residential Services staff with sufficient information to develop appropriate treatment plans for youth. Provide information to staff attorneys for them to effectively advocate for appropriate treatment of youth.

EXTERNAL: Youth and families. Provide thorough and appropriate assessments and placement recommendations for youth.


PRIMARY EQUIPMENT, TOOLS & MATERIALS USED: Computer, telephone, copier/printer/scanner/fax, keys, motor vehicle, various reports and forms, computer generated or handwritten, program manuals, vehicle, variety of computer-generated and handwritten forms and reports, case history files, legal records and research materials.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:


EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in any field with preference given to a degree in behavioral/social science, criminal justice, or other directly related field. Degree is required, cannot substitute experience for degree.
EXPERIENCE: Some work experience in the same or closely related field is required; experience working with at-risk youth is requires; experience can be from internships, practicums, or employment and must have required the use of social work or psychological principles and techniques to effect behavioral change. Some experience with the intake and assessment of issues affecting at-risk youth is preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: (This job description does not include specific physical requirements necessary to perform the job, such as, carrying, standing and lifting. Such requirements vary from position to position and may be determined by the appointing authority)
THE COURT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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