The Nevada DIVISION OF CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES (DCFS) is recruiting for Unit Manager located in our Reno office. This position will supervise Youth Parole Counselors, Administrative Assistants, and any other employees as directed by the Chief of Youth Parole. The Unit Manager will maintain community relations with the Juvenile Court and outside agencies. The position will establish and maintain records for the Parole Bureau and Institutions. The Unit Manager will assign and review the work of Parole Counselors, as well as help write policy and standard operating procedures for the Bureau. This position requires strong working knowledge of Tyler Supervision and Access, as well as maintaining standards in accordance with the State of Nevada policies and procedures. Travel throughout the State is expected. This position will be in the Reno Office. The Nevada DIVISION OF CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES (DCFS), together in partnership with families, communities and other governmental agencies, provides support and services to assist Nevada's children and families in reaching their full human potential. DCFS programs include child protective and welfare service delivery in rural Nevada and oversight of urban county-operated child protective and welfare services, children's mental/behavioral health treatment and residential services (outpatient and inpatient acute) in urban Nevada, and statewide juvenile justice services including state-operated youth training centers and youth parole. DCFS is an extremely complex organization with incredibly dedicated and professional staff committed to building strong communities through strengthening families. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Under direction of the Chief, manage the operation of a Youth Parole Unit and the supervision and direction of a staff of Youth Parole Counselors responsible for the parole planning, supervision and placement of assigned juvenile offenders.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in criminal justice, psychology, social work or closely related field and four years of experience conducting casework services, making program eligibility determinations, preparing detailed reports, dealing with law enforcement agencies, the juvenile justice system, foster homes, and related State agencies regarding the preparation of parole agreements, placement, program development, obtaining services and the legal process of assigned youth, of which one year was in a supervisory capacity; OR one year of experience as a Senior Youth Parole Counselor in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
Manage the operation of a Youth Parole Bureau Unit by supervising and coordinating activities of assigned staff ensuring the Bureau's policies and procedures are followed through the review of assigned caseloads, review and approval of parole reports, court documents, placement recommendations and referrals for supervision, counseling and treatment; ensure reports are completed accurately and within appropriate time frames; evaluate performance of assigned personnel and provide direction.
Assist the Chief, Youth Parole Bureau in the development of policy and procedure in reference to federal and State guidelines, programs and organizational needs.
Develop and administer the Unit's budget covering areas such as staffing, office space, equipment and supplies, training, program development and implementation; review and evaluate budget expenditures to ensure expenses fall within established limits.
Conduct liaison activities with human services agencies, local law enforcement, juvenile court, school districts, treatment centers, foster homes, juvenile and placement centers to ensure an understanding of the Bureau's mission, gain awareness of needed services and current programs, and provide information regarding case management goals and objectives.
Represent the Youth Parole Bureau in the juvenile court system regarding recommendations for or against parole revocation, termination of wardship, and certification as an adult; provide the necessary court documents, case summaries and recommendations.
Develop, coordinate and implement training programs for Youth Parole Counselors regarding supervision, counseling and casework techniques, Bureau policy and procedure, report preparation, and parole violation and enforcement activities.
Review and approve/deny "crisis" level supervision and enforcement requests to ensure wards are handled properly and that the public and department are protected; ensure changes are in compliance with department policy and procedure.
Prepare statistical reports for the Unit regarding caseload, placement, cost of services, special needs of wards, interstate compact, and status of wards; submit reports to the Chief for review.
Perform peace officer duties and may function in the capacity of a Youth Parole Counselor as needed in making arrests, conducting searches, transporting wards, to ensure the public is protected and the ward adheres to court ordered conditions.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Knowledge of: juvenile parole as applied to the rights of juvenile offenders, casework, investigations and enforcement principles and practices; social service, employment, vocational and educational program opportunities to perform effective casework.
Ability to: establish and implement policies and procedures to establish program goals and objectives; train and instruct others in the proper performance of their duties; negotiate and formulate complaint resolution; accept equivocal circumstances and take action where answers to problems are not readily apparent; coordinate staff assignments and prioritize tasks; represent the Bureau regarding services, needs, resources, and provide information about policy and procedures, goals and objectives.
Recruiter Contact Information: Victoria Sheehan - [email protected]
The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.
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