JOB Under general supervision, performs work of considerable difficulty in the field of community corrections with juvenile offenders. The Senior Juvenile Counselor must be capable of performing all the general duties of a Juvenile Counselor. In addition, the Senior Juvenile counselor will assist with training and mentoring new officers and facilitating groups. The Senior Juvenile Counselor will utilize counseling skills, oversee, process, record, evaluate and make recommendations on all incoming referrals and/or juveniles held in attention.
Hours of Work
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The position requires shift work consisting of working weekends, holidays, evenings, nights, and overtime.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- All duties as delineated in the Juvenile Counselor Job Description apply.
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Conducts preliminary conferences with juveniles and their families.
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Prepares summaries with recommendations for court intervention.
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Assumes additional duties on a current and continuing basis.
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Serves as trainer/mentor.
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Works with management to help improve policies, procedures, and standards.
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Forms productive and constructive relationships with clients, judiciary, staff, management, and ancillary agencies.
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Participates in stakeholder and probation committees as needed.
May be responsible for:
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Training/mentoring/coaching team members
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Training and working in Central Control
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Completing intakes
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package. We also offer flexible working hours, and a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County!
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam.
Lake County is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.