Williamson County (Tx) Georgetown , TX 78627
Posted 1 week ago
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting directly to a Juvenile Services Shift Supervisor, responsible for providing direct care supervision to youth in pre- and post-adjudication facilities using trauma-informed practices. Level I of II in Juvenile Supervision. This is a temporary/seasonal position, and is restricted to a maximum of 130 calendar days per year.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
Understands, practices, and promotes the vision of Williamson County Juvenile Services
Maintains daily focus on the department's service philosophy when interacting with youth, including emphasis on Developmental Assets, Developmental Relationships, SPARK identification, Motivational Interviewing, and Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI)
Supervises and redirects youth behavior using appropriate trauma-focused interventions when necessary
Oversees the daily activities of residents (i.e. education, physical education, group activities, hygiene, housekeeping chores, meals, visitations, etc.)
Conducts and/or coordinates social casework activities
Performs intake, admission, and release of residents and completes all necessary paperwork
Completes all daily documentation reports, including youth behavior and progress reports
Operates departmental and personal vehicles to transport residents as needed
Maintains a clean and safe living environment in designated facility
Readily complies with departmental / countywide policies and Texas Juvenile Justice Department standards
All other duties as assigned
The physical demands and environmental factors listed below, as well as regular attendance, are also essential functions for this position
ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Position involves performing non-violent physical restraint
Position involves operating motor vehicles
Position involves using mechanical restraint devices (handcuffs and leg shackles)
Position involves prolonged standing, sitting, walking, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling, kneeling, bending, and squatting
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
Maximum security facility behind locked doors
Continuous contact with youth accused of or adjudicated for various crimes
Work is primarily conducted indoors in air-conditioned building
May be required to perform some work outdoors in inclement weather (heat, cold, wet conditions)
IRREGULAR HOURS
Requires flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and/or weekend hours
May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency
Essential personnel for emergency situations; discretion of department director
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or equivalent
Be at least 21 years of age per Texas Administrative Code Section 344.200
Not have a disqualifying criminal history as defined in Texas Administrative Code Chapter 344
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION
Required within thirty (30) days of employment
Required within six (6) months of employment
Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) Juvenile Supervision Officer certification
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification
First aid certification
Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification
Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) trained
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
EMPLOYMENT TESTING
Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:
Criminal background check: Yes
Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
Drug screening: Yes
Physical exam: Yes
Psychological exam: No
Additional: Child Abuse Registry check
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) business days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website atwww.wilco.org/hr.
Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.
TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY
Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco and non-tobacco products such as vapor, e-cigarettes and the use of chewing tobacco or like products is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
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