Youth Rehabilitation & Casework Specialist

Dallas County; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas County in Dallas, TX is seeking a Juvenile Services Officer to provide professional casework, supervision, counseling and services in the rehabilitation of youthful offenders.

The role involves intake and risk assessments, crisis intervention, case planning, reporting to courts, and coordination with families and community agencies. The position requires handling challenging youth populations in a 24-hour facility and may require overtime.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field as listed.
• Prefer one (1) year job-related experience in casework, counseling, supervision, or social services.
• Must obtain Probation Officer certification within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and services for youths to promote rehabilitation and protect the community.
• Conduct intake and risk assessments to determine supervision level and intervention programs.
• Consult with families, schools, and agencies to tailor services to youths' needs.
• Plan treatment programs related to education, drug/alcohol treatment, foster care, or other community-based interventions.
• Counsel youths and/or families on behavior, goals, and consequences; conduct crisis intervention sessions.
• Document casework, progress, and reports for courts; maintain case records and ensure compliance with policies.
• Coordinate with schools, community agencies, law enforcement, CPS, MHMR and other agencies.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Criminology, Corrections, Counseling, Law, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Cultural Anthropology, Business Management, Public Administration, Education, or related field

Job description

Dallas County in Dallas, TX is seeking a Juvenile Services Officer to provide professional casework, supervision, counseling and services in the rehabilitation of youthful offenders.

The role involves intake and risk assessments, crisis intervention, case planning, reporting to courts, and coordination with families and community agencies. The position requires handling challenging youth populations in a 24-hour facility and may require overtime.