Juvenile Probation Counselor I

County of Thurston; Tumwater (WA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Thurston County Juvenile Court is seeking a Juvenile Probation Counselor I to monitor caseloads, provide supervision, advocacy, and counseling to adjudicated youth and others under court supervision. This recruitment includes three positions, with duties across dependency guardian ad litem and probation units.

Based in the Tumwater courthouse, you will conduct risk assessments, coordinate with community resources, and prepare court reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in behavioral or social sciences, corrections, law enforcement, or public administration.
• Two years of experience in law enforcement, juvenile probation, juvenile parole, or social work; additional years may substitute educational qualification.
• Valid Washington State Driver's License or accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor caseloads and provide supervision, advocacy, interventions, and counseling to adjudicated youth.
• Formulate responses to non-compliance and may return the juvenile to court.
• Conduct risk assessment interviews and develop a Case Plan to reduce criminogenic risk factors.
• Refer eligible juveniles to evidence-based programs and coordinate community resources.
• Perform field supervision of juvenile offenders and maintain records.
• Provide legal preparation, court reports, and court appearances on cases assigned.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with clients and professionals; lead classes.
• Transport youth in custody.

Skills

Counseling

Risk assessment

Motivational interviewing

Case planning

Interagency coordination

Court reports

Public speaking

Transportation

Education

Bachelor's degree in behavioral or social sciences, corrections, law enforcement, or public administration

Job description

The salary for this position is: $5,959.00 – $7,926.00monthly

Thurston County Juvenile Court is recruiting for aJuvenile Probation Counselor I.

Thurston County Juvenile Court is three seeking professional, proficient, and dedicated candidates for the Juvenile Probation Counselor I position. In this position, you will be responsible for monitoring a caseload and providing supervision, advocacy, interventions, and general counseling to adjudicated youthful offenders, dependent children, youth in conflict with their families, truants, and other youth under the supervision of the Juvenile Court. Other responsibilities may include monitoring compliance with court-ordered conditions and providing support services and referrals to appropriate community agencies to modify and re-direct delinquent behavior of youth.

This recruitment is for three positions: one in the Dependency Guardian Ad Litem unit, and two in the Probation unit.

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Monitors, directs, and counsels juvenile offenders with mental health or substance use disorders, or non-offenders in their completion of court-ordered obligations.
• Formulates responses to non-compliance that may include returning the juvenile to court.
• Conducts and scores risk assessment interviews to determine risk to re-offend and identify risk and need. Uses motivational interviewing techniques to develop a Case Plan to decrease criminogenic risk factors and enhance protective factors. Completes risk assessment reassessments as necessary.
• Refers eligible juveniles to Evidence Based Programs. Coordinates community resources for juvenile offenders, including employment, alcohol/drug treatment, psychiatric/psychological services, and other counseling and treatment programs.
• Performs field supervision of juvenile offenders, including home, school, and job contacts. Maintains written and electronic records of activities, observations, contacts, and other relevant events and issues on each assigned juvenile.
• Provides legal preparation, court reports, and court appearance on cases assigned.
• Establishes and maintains effective work relationships with clients, professionals, public and private officials, and the public.
• Leads, teaches and/or facilitates classes and programs for youth and/or parents.
• Transports youth in custody.

To view the full job classification, click here: Juvenile Probation Counselor I

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work Environment – The position is based in a courthouse environment in Tumwater, WA. Staff are assigned to work within the courthouse, which may involve a combination of offices, courtrooms, and other areas of the building.
• Schedule - Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Travel Requirements – Staff are expected to perform home visits.
• Customer Interactions - Daily interactions via phone and in-person with Thurston County staff and the public.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in behavioral or social sciences, corrections, law enforcement, or public administration.
• Two (2) years of experience in law enforcement, juvenile probation, juvenile parole, or social work field. Additional years of related experience may be substituted for the educational qualification on a year for year basis.
• Valid Washington State Driver's License or have an appropriate accommodation.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Successful completion of the Juvenile Corrections Personnel Academy (JCPA).
• Be certified in Washington State Juvenile Court Administrators (WAJCA) Assessment Tool.
• A valid First Aid and CPR Card.
• Extensive knowledge of juvenile offender programs.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to cope with stressful situations and deal firmly and tactfully with clients.
• Ability to diffuse potentially volatile situations.
• Ability to interact with a variety of agencies, groups and individuals.
• Ability to make presentations to large or small groups.
• Ability to modify criminogenic factors of juveniles.
• Ability to use motivational interviewing techniques to help youth and family make behavior change.
• Ability to fairly enforce the orders of the court.
• Ability to work independently and establish priorities.
• Legal aptitude, proficiency to complete court preparation, and provide professional court appearance.

OTHER RELATED RECRUITMENT INFORMATION:

Questions about this recruitment? Please contact: James Madsen at 360-709-3148.

This position is:

• NOT Represented by a Union
• Eligible for benefits
• Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

Items requested for consideration:

• Application
• Resume
• Letter of Interest

Please note:

Information in this announcement is subject to change without notice at any time during the length of the job advertisement.

THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Thurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment, services and activities, which is free from restriction based on race, sex, marital status, color, creed or religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, pregnancy, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Thurston County’s Human Resources, at [phone]. Those who are deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing or speech impaired may use the statewide relay system to reach Thurston County offices and departments to conduct their business telephonically. Relay users can simply dial 7-1-1 (or 1-800-833-6388) to connect with Washington Relay.