Part-Time Juvenile Assessment Specialist (On-Call)

Juvenile Assessment Center; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

The Juvenile Assessment Center is seeking a Part Time (On-Call) Juvenile Assessment Specialist to assess, refer, and support youth and families across the 18th and 23rd Judicial Districts in Colorado. The role includes coordinating with partner agencies and providing services within Arapahoe, Douglas, Elbert, and Lincoln Counties.

The position offers on-call shifts with variable hours and bilingual compensation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and 1 year experience in a human services field.
• Experience in mental health or related field strongly preferred.
• Ability to multi-task and capable of high-quality documentation.
• At Least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate assessments and interviews to determine appropriate services/interventions
• Provide screening to determine if youth are eligible to be detained
• Communicate with partnering agencies
• Supervise youth while at the JAC
• Make appropriate referrals to community services based on client information, assessment outcomes, and family’s willingness to participate
• Work with parents or guardians to coordinate care
• Maintain current and accurate records and notes
• Compose reports based on assessments, interviews, and collateral information
• Refer for services
• Communicate progress with key stakeholders

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization skills

Writing skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Juvenile Assessment Center is seeking a Part Time (On-Call) Juvenile Assessment Specialist to assess, refer, and support youth and families across the 18th and 23rd Judicial Districts in Colorado. The role includes coordinating with partner agencies and providing services within Arapahoe, Douglas, Elbert, and Lincoln Counties.

The position offers on-call shifts with variable hours and bilingual compensation.