Juvenile Justice Counselor – Transitional Services

Family & Community Services; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Family & Community Services in Fairbanks is seeking a Juvenile Justice Counselor 1/2 to support transitional services for youth under the Fairbanks Juvenile Probation program. The role requires collaboration with probation officers and partners to develop re-entry plans and supervise youth in the community.

Flexibility for non-standard hours is expected. The position emphasizes teamwork, community engagement, and contributing to successful transitions for youths leaving residential treatment,

Qualifications

• Minimum: high school diploma or GED.
• Must be 20 years of age or older.
• Background check, criminal record check, and medical examination required before appointment.

Responsibilities

• Work as a team with the Juvenile Probation Officer Re-entry Case Manager to implement the transitional services program.
• Develop Re-entry Plans for each youth based on information from their Individual Treatment Plan and goals.
• Assist with the Fairbanks Youth Probation Community Work Service Program.
• Make direct face-to-face contact with juveniles in the community for intensive supervision.
• Work with the WIOA grant to assist youth in educational and employment goals.
• Conduct transitional services with community probation youth returning home after residential treatment.
• Work a non-standard workday to support youth in the community during transition.

Skills

Conscientiousness

Integrity/Honesty

Interpersonal Skills

Stress Tolerance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Family & Community Services in Fairbanks is seeking a Juvenile Justice Counselor 1/2 to support transitional services for youth under the Fairbanks Juvenile Probation program. The role requires collaboration with probation officers and partners to develop re-entry plans and supervise youth in the community.

Flexibility for non-standard hours is expected. The position emphasizes teamwork, community engagement, and contributing to successful transitions for youths leaving residential treatment,