Probation - Juvenile Center - Juvenile Probation Officer

Allen County War Memorial Coliseum; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Allen County is seeking a Juvenile Probation Officer for the Detention Alternative Program in Fort Wayne. This sworn Special Deputy Sheriff role supervises juveniles under court supervision and advises on violations, maintaining case records and reporting to the Court as required.

The position requires adherence to I.C. provisions, collaboration with the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, and ongoing readiness to respond to probation matters 24/7.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related field.
• Indiana State Probation Officer certification within six months.
• Ability to pass psychological exam by court designated psychologist.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations and prepare preliminary inquiry reports.
• Complete risk assessments in accordance with IYAS.
• Maintain accurate case records and report to the Court.
• Supervise probationers through home visits and coordinate with agencies.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Interviewing

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Job description

DETENTION ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM

Department: Family Relations-Juvenile Probation-ACJC FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Allen County

Job Description

JUVENILE PROBATION OFFICER-

DETENTION ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM

Department: Family Relations-Juvenile Probation-ACJC FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Classification/Level: UPROB Date: 3/5/2018

Under the direction of the Probation Supervisor – Detention Alternative Programs, the Juvenile Probation Officer – Detention Alternative Program is a sworn Special Allen County Deputy Sheriff who is responsible for ensuring that all juveniles under the supervision of the Detention Alternative Program/Electronic Monitoring Program are in compliance with conditions of their supervision while maintaining accurate case records and advising the Court of violations in accordance with I.C. 11-13-1-3 and provisions within Title 31. This position is covered under the Superior Court Employee Handbook. This is an employee-at-will position.

Essential Functions

• Receives and examines complaints and allegations. I.C. 31-37-8-1.
• Investigates reason(s) for detention and assists in pretrial release decisions. I.C. 11-13-1-3 & 31-37-5-5.
• Completes risk assessments in accordance with the Indiana Youth Assessment System (IYAS). Participates in mandatory communication with the Indiana Court Information Technology Extranet (INcite) to complete said risk assessments. I.C. 31-3-17-4.
• Completes preliminary inquiry investigation into the matter and prepares a preliminary inquiry report. I.C. 31-37-8-1 & 31-37-8-5.
• Advises juvenile and parents of nature of allegations and rights. I.C. 31-37-8-4.
• Confers with the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office and implements Informal Adjustment Agreements, if appropriate. I.C. 31-37-8-et seq.
• Conducts investigations as required by the Court. I.C. 11-13-1-3 & 31-37-8-2.
• Prepares reports and recommendations as required. I.C. 11-13-1-3, 31-37-8-5, 31-37-13-2 & 31-38-2-4.
• Completes required data entry for Title IV-E eligibility I.C. 31-37-17-1.3.
• Accepts cases venued to Court from other jurisdictions. I.C. 31-37-23-et seq.
• Conducts prehearing/predispositional investigations and prepares reports. Investigations include but are not limited to contacting schools, employers, and social agencies as well as further interviewing juvenile defendants and families to ascertain detailed family history, family relationship information, mental health information and other case specific information to be used in completing the predispositional investigation and reports. I.C. 31-37-13-2 & 31-37-17-1.
• Responsible for victim notification per Title 35. I.C. 31-37-17-7
• Attends hearing as required. I.C. 31-37-12-2, 31-37-13-1 & 31-37-15-4.
• Prepares petitions for no-contact orders. I.C. 31-37-25-1.
• Prepares parent participation plans. I.C. 31-37-15-1.
• Conducts criminal history checks as required. I.C. 31-37-17-6.1 & 31-37-19-6.5.
• Confers with individuals who have expertise in professional areas related to the child’s needs in the areas of appropriate care, treatment, rehabilitation, or placement for a delinquent child. If said child is known to be eligible for special education services then said conference must include a representative from the child’s school. I.C. 31-37-17-1.1 & 31-37-17-1.2.
• Responsible for testifying at dispositional hearings according to I.C. 31-37-18-1.1.
• Supplies written rules of probation in accordance with I.C. 11-13-1-3 & 31-37-9 et seq.

Essential Functions (continued)

• Supervises and assists probationer by all suitable methods including, but not limited to, conducting home visits, school visits, probation appointments; collecting urine samples for random drug testing; maintaining contact with counseling and other social service agencies, performing crisis management and mediation as needed in accordance with I.C. 11-13-1-3 & 31-37-9 et seq.
• Maintains accurate case records providing information to the Courts when requested in accordance with I.C. 11-13-1-3.
• Advises Court if violation of probation occurs. I.C. 11-13-1-3.
• Advises Court if modifications of conditions of probation are appropriate. I.C. 11-13-1-3, 31-37-20-4 & 31-37-22-1.
• Collects and disburses money from probationers. I.C. 11-13-1-3 & 31-37-9-10.
• Assists in transferring probation if appropriate. I.C. 11-13-1-3 & 31-37-23-et seq.
• Prepares case plans/permanency plans. I.C. 31-37-19-1.5.
• Prepares placement progress reports as required. I.C. 31-37-20-1.
• Prepares financial reports as required. I.C. 31-37-17-3.
• Monitors for termination of parental rights, if appropriate. I.C. 31-35-2-4.
• Participates in mandatory communication with the Department of Child Services (DCS) via the Indiana Probation Officer Service Consultant Interface (IPOSCI), the Indiana Child Welfare Information System (ICWIS), and the Indiana Child Welfare Financial System (Kidtraks). I.C. 31-37-5-8.
• Supervises probationers placed in out-of-county residential, group home or foster care placements. I.C. 11-13-1-3 & 31-37-19-1.
• Monitors DOC commitment cases for reassertion of jurisdiction, if appropriate. I.C. 31-30-2-3.
• Follows up with juvenile and family to ensure understanding of all court proceedings and all probation/court requirements. I.C. 11-13-1-3 & 31-37-9 et seq.
• Makes referrals to counseling or other social service agencies, if applicable. I.C. 11-13-1-3 & 31-37-9 et seq.
• Cooperates with public and private agencies and other persons concerned with the treatment or welfare of juveniles on probation, assisting them in obtaining services. I.C. 11-13-1-3 & 31-37-9 et seq.
• Supervises juveniles while performing community service work. I.C. 11-13-1-3 & 31-37-9 et seq.
• Acts as a liaison with law enforcement. Answers phone calls/questions from parents and other interested parties, if appropriate. I.C. 11-13-1-3, 31-37-8-2 & 31-39-1-2.
• Completes follow-up and documentation of all contacts with juvenile and family. I.C. 11-13-1-3.
• Conducts home visits with defendants and their families as needed and maintains regular contact with them pending hearings. I.C. 11-13-1-3 & 31-37-9 et seq.
• Transports juveniles to their homes, the detention facility and/or shelter care facilities when necessary. I.C. 11-13-1-3 & 31-37-9 et seq.
• Transports juveniles home and executes hook up on home detention/anklet, including review of program/rules with parent and juvenile. I.C. 11-13-1-3 & 31-37-9 et seq.
• Responds to probation and/or home detention violations on 24/7 basis. I.C. 11-13-1-3.
• Collects urine samples for drug testing purposes. Performs portable breath test to check for alcohol consumption. I.C. 11-13-1-3 & 31-37-9 et seq.
• Responsible for home detention equipment and County vehicle cleaning and maintenance.
• Performs all other duties as assigned, including overtime as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related field
• Indiana State Certification as a Probation Officer within six months with continuing completion of all certification requirements
• Valid Driver’s License in order to drive to and from home visits and respond to probation and/or home detention violations
• Ability to obtain a Valid Indiana Gun Permit and complete firearms qualifications with department issued firearm and requalify annually
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Deputy status through the Allen County Sheriff’s Department
• Must attend and successfully complete all required Department training
• Ability to pass psychological exam by court designated psychologist
• Ability to obtain certification in CPR and First Aid within one year
• Ability to be certified in Chemical Agents Usage and electronic monitoring equipment
• Knowledge of local, state and federal laws applicable to probation operations, with the ability to apply and enforce regulations
• Working knowledge of standard policies and practices of Allen County and Probation operations
• Ability to effectively interview, investigate, counsel and work with clients and their families
• Knowledge of treatment programs and services available to clients from government, social, and private agencies
• Ability to use various restraint techniques, handcuffs, chemical spray, and firearms
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Minimum age is 21 years old
• Required to attend an orientation program conducted by the Indiana Judicial Center within one year from date of first employment
• Ability to use Microsoft Office and other related court and data base systems
• Must be an American citizen
• Shall be a person of good moral character

Personal Work Relationships

The Juvenile Probation Officer maintains frequent communication with other County employees, personnel and officials from the courts and other governmental/social agencies, probationers and their families and the general public regarding terms of probation.

Working Conditions

The Juvenile Probation Officer performs work that requires some lifting, bending, pushing and/or pulling loads, reaching over head, kneeling and exposure to dangerous equipment and chemicals. The Juvenile Probation Officer has very frequent interactions with hostile and aggressive youth and their families.

Supervision

None

Licensing

• Indiana State Certification as a Probation Officer within six months with continuing completion of all certification requirements
• Valid Driver’s License in order to drive to and from home visits and respond to probation and/or home detention violations
• Ability to obtain a Valid Indiana Gun Permit and complete firearms qualifications with department issued firearm and requalify annually
• Ability to obtain certification in CPR and First Aid within one year
• Ability to be certified in Chemical Agents Usage and electronic monitoring equipment

Immediate Supervisor

Probation Supervisor – Detention Alternative Programs

Hours

Various hours equal to 40 hours per week with the ability to respond to probation and/or home detention violations on a 24/7 basis

Eeo Category

1102

Workers’s Comp Code

8820

I agree that the contents of this job description are a fair and accurate representation of the duties of this position being described.

Employee Signature: ____________________________________________ Date: ____________________

Supervisor Signature: ____________________________________________ Date: ____________________

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). Accordingly, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, age, disability or medical condition, national origin, and veteran status, and all other categories protected by federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. Reasonable accommodations for persons with a known disabling condition will be considered in accordance with State and Federal Law.