Youth Community Supervision & Support Specialist

BAYS, Inc.; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

BAYS, Inc. is seeking a Community Supervision Specialist to supervise youth on caseloads, including face-to-face contacts in homes, schools, and community locations to ensure compliance with court orders.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and at least 6 months of experience with at-risk youth; familiarity with the Juvenile Justice System and resources is preferred, with a valid driver’s license and ability to use a personal vehicle for work.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months experience working with at risk youth.
• Familiarity with the Juvenile Justice System and community resources is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Examine case file to become familiar with youth history and keep up to date with information as it is added to the file.
• Notify supervisor and Probation Officer immediately in the event of a youth crisis, suspected illegal activity or any other youth or program incident.
• Attend weekly Supervised Release Review Committee meetings to provide updates to Circuit Management and participate in the decisions regarding continued supervision standards for the youth assigned.
• Review the daily alerts report. Respond within 24 hours to all alerts received.
• Respond to violations of supervision in accordance with contract requirements.
• Attend departmental and professional trainings, workshops, and conferences to ensure best practices.
• Assist circuits with vacancies, vacations, PTO, high number of youths.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Experience with at risk youth

Juvenile Justice System familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

BAYS, Inc. is seeking a Community Supervision Specialist to supervise youth on caseloads, including face-to-face contacts in homes, schools, and community locations to ensure compliance with court orders.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and at least 6 months of experience with at-risk youth; familiarity with the Juvenile Justice System and resources is preferred, with a valid driver’s license and ability to use a personal vehicle for work.