Juvenile Probation Officer — Rehab & Risk Assessments

Dallas County Votes; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas County Juvenile Department is seeking qualified staff to provide professional casework, supervision, counseling and services for youths in custody. The role includes intake assessments, risk analysis, crisis intervention, and coordination with families and partner agencies.

Responsibilities include planning treatment programs, reporting to courts, and maintaining case records while navigating a 24-hour facility environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Criminology, Corrections, Counseling, Law, Social Work, Psychology or related field.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and service youths to promote rehabilitation and protect the community.
• Conduct intake and risk assessments to determine supervision levels.
• Consult with families, schools, and agencies to tailor services.
• Plan treatment programs related to education, drug/alcohol, or placement.
• Counsel youths and families on behavior, goals, and progress; provide crisis intervention.
• Document casework, status changes, progress and reports for courts.
• Coordinate with schools, community agencies, law enforcement, CPS, MHMR.
• May supervise youths in holding areas and respond to emergencies.
• Attend required staff trainings and meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Case management

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Criminology or related field

Tools

Probation Officer certification

Job description

Dallas County Juvenile Department is seeking qualified staff to provide professional casework, supervision, counseling and services for youths in custody. The role includes intake assessments, risk analysis, crisis intervention, and coordination with families and partner agencies.

Responsibilities include planning treatment programs, reporting to courts, and maintaining case records while navigating a 24-hour facility environment.