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JUVENILE COUNSELOR 1
Pay Range GC17
INTRODUCTION
The classifications within this three-level series perform juvenile casework duties that include intake, investigation, counseling, rehabilitation, guidance and supervision of juveniles with behavioral and/or emotional problems. All levels may direct volunteers.
This classification is entry-level within the series and is distinguished from the juvenile counselor 2 by the level of supervision received, independence of action and experience.
EXAMPLES OF PRINCIPAL DUTIES
(Duties assigned to this classification include, but are not limited to, the following examples. Any one position may not perform all listed tasks.)
1. Perform
direct
counseling
services on an
on-going or
crisis
intervention
basis.
2. Conduct
intake
interviews
with juveniles
and families;
determine
whether the
case should be
referred to
another
agency,
handled
unofficially
or presented
to the court
for official
action.
3. Inform
juveniles and
family members
of legal
rights;
prepare legal
and other
documents;
present facts
to the court;
recommend
disposition to
the court and
carry out
court ordered
dispositions;
provide court
with reports
as to progress
of court wards
under
supervision
and make
custody
decisions
about court
wards when
necessary and
return them to
court.
4. Evaluate
and
investigate
facts on each
case; conduct
interviews
with
juveniles,
family
members,
schools,
attorneys,
social service
agencies, law
enforcement
agencies, etc.
5. Confer with
all interested
parties in
outlining
treatment
program;
monitor
progress of
juveniles
placed in
treatment
programs and
on probation;
determine
restitution
payments and
monitor
payments.
6. Maintain
case histories
and complete
required
records,
reports and
statistical
data as
required by
departmental
policy and
state law.
7. Transport
juveniles to
and from
detention;
provide direct
supervision
and/or court
room security
of juveniles
in the
intake-probation
program as
necessary.
8. Provide
"on-call"
services to
police or
other agencies
in responding
to the needs
of juveniles;
conduct
courtesy
supervision of
juveniles for
other
jurisdictions
as requested.
9. Represent department to various service agencies, law enforcement, schools, etc.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIRED BY THIS POSITION
Knowledge of: Reasonable knowledge of social work and juvenile corrections theory, practices and procedures to be able to identify the problem, decide an appropriate action, and provide indicated services; reasonable knowledge of juvenile behavioral problems and methods of treatment such as substance abuse, anger management, physical/emotional/sexual abuse; reasonable knowledge of laws relating to juveniles; reasonable knowledge of sound case management principles, practices and procedures. Skill in: Writing clear and concise correspondence, records, legal documents, reports and statistical data; interviewing, counseling and listening techniques and principles; dealing with aggressive or emotionally disturbed juveniles. Ability to: Communicate effectively both in written and oral form; relate to juveniles clients; evaluate and determine the disposition of each case, prepare and present case of adjudication and detention hearings and to determine and monitor restitution payments; work independently; manage time efficiently; remain calm and use good judgment during confrontational or high pressure situations; make decisions independently in accordance with established policies and procedures and use initiative and judgment in completing tasks and responsibilities; utilize problem identification and resolution techniques; establish and maintain records, reports and statistical data; courteously meet, deal effectively and consult with other employees, juveniles and their families, schools, law enforcement officials, courts, physicians, service agencies, community and the public.
Education, experience and training: Bachelor's degree in social services, psychology, corrections or a related field OR satisfactory equivalent combination of education, experience and training. At time of appointment, must possess valid Oregon driver's license.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS OF THIS POSITION
Work is performed under the general direction of the juvenile court services manager. The employee receives general instructions regarding the scope and approach to projects or assignments, but procedures and problem resolution are left to employee discretion and interpretation. Employee estimates and manages time efficiently. Work is reviewed periodically to ensure determinations and decisions made are in compliance to department policy and procedures.
GUIDELINES
Work is performed within departmental policies and procedures, state and county statutes, rules, regulations and ordinances; accepted social work principles and practices. Incumbent exercises independent judgment when applying guidelines which are specific and well-defined. Deviations from guidelines are discussed with supervisor.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Regular and consistent attendance is required. Work is performed in both field and office environment; may require bending, hearing voice conversations, keyboarding, lifting up to 14 pounds, pushing, reaching and walking. A considerable amount of driving is required.
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