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JOB SUMMARY
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Under the supervision of a higher classified employee of the Juvenile Court Division, supports and monitors the activities of youth assigned to the Intervention Program. Works with probation casework staff to engage court-involved youth in community-based programming. Prepares and presents written summary reports of youth's progress while in the program.
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EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
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Essential Duties:
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Provides transportation and facilitation of community-based programs for youth involved in the court's In-Home care programs.
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Works with probation casework staff, clinical staff, & families to design & implement case and program plans for the purpose of promoting positive behavioral change in the youth.
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Recommends, designs and participates in design and implementation of experiential learning opportunities to build employable and life skills.
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Maintains regular contacts with professional and social services agencies as appropriate to carry out programmatic needs.
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Monitors the participation of the juvenile & the family in court ordered services.
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Maintains a detailed record of visits and contacts with youth assigned and their families.
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Maintains case files and computes associated paperwork.
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Obtains and maintains appropriate statistical information regarding In-Home program services and youth.
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Keeps computer & hand-written data entries current at all times.
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Maintains vehicles used for Intervention Program activities.
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Maintains working knowledge of Family Division policies and changes in the statute.
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Attends all required court hearings.
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Attends all required meetings & training.
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Attends staff meetings as required.
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Perform other related tasks and duties as assigned.
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EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS
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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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Ability to role model appropriately for youth
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Ability to gain the respect, confidence and cooperation of youth
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Ability to understand and relate to delinquent youth in a positive manner
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Basic knowledge of first aid and CPR
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Time Management and organization
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Recognizing the benefits of teamwork
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Skilled in resource utilization
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Ability to handle multiple demands
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Sensitivity to family and group processes
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Ability to perform crisis mediation
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LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
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Possession of a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Group A, B, or C with a "P" endorsement is required within 90 days of hire. Position is part of the County Drug Testing Program under its Drug Free Workplace Policy and Procedures.
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Completion of Michigan Judicial Institute Training for Juvenile Court staff required within two (2) years after date of employment.
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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Duties require sufficient mobility to work in a normal office setting and use standard office equipment including a computer, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen and hearing and speech sufficient to communicate in person or over the telephone.
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These requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.
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EDUCATION
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Possession of a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology or a human services
field.
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EXPERIENCE
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Two (2) years of experience working in a child-care institution, law enforcement, criminal
justice or one (1) year of professional casework experience.
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This class description intends to identify the major duties and requirements of the job and should not be interpreted as all inclusive. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related duties other than those outlined above and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge for successful job performance.
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FILING DEADLINE: 10/3/23
CONTROL NUMBER: 2309-2830-2106-0002
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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