Job Description
Salary: $23.52 - $24.47 Hourly
Location : Boise, ID
Job Type: Full-Time with Benefits
Job Number: 02336
Department: Juvenile Services
Division: Probation
Opening Date: 09/06/2024
General Summary $23.52 - $24.47 DOE Ada County is a great place to work! We have more than 2000 employees dedicated to enhancing our community's quality of life. Our Juvenile Services team is growing, and this is an excellent opportunity to be a part of taking this team to the next level.
We offer a competitive benefits package which includes excellent medical, dental and vision insurance; generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start; 11 paid holidays a year; participation in one of the Nation's best state retirement systems which includes 11.96% employer contribution; various savings plans including a deferred compensation 457(b) plan with up to 3% county match; 401K plan; paid parental leave; life insurance; wellness programs; ongoing training opportunities and career pathing. This generous Ada County Total Rewards package increases the base salary by approximately 40 percent.
OUR VISION
Inspiring hope for the future OUR VALUES
- Caring - We care about the work we do, the individuals we serve and the people we work with.
- Authentic - We value our individual strengths and unique passions, and we play to the strengths of others.
- Positive - We look for the good and we bring energy and enthusiasm to our work.
- Present - We choose to be here, and we listen actively and with respect.
Learn more about Ada County Juvenile Services by visiting their website.
POSITION GENERAL SUMMARY Provides probation services for youths to include managing cases, preparing social histories, counseling, developing programs and conducting group sessions.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: A Probation Officer I is an entry level position where the incumbent is provided close supervision, training and learning opportunities. The Probation Officer I must become JPO certified through Idaho POST.
Essential Functions - Manages a caseload to include community contacts with youth following evidence based practices;
- Conducts interviews and prepares social history report with recommendations for the Court;
- Develops case plans and diversion terms in accordance to evidence based/ best practice philosophies;
- Appears and presents in court;
- Conducts educational group sessions;
- Prepares cases for presentation at Court Multi-Disciplinary Team (CMDT) and state commitment staffings;
- Coordinates the processing of youth offenders through Interstate Compact agreements;
- Provides crises intervention.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS: - Performs related functions as required.
Job Requirements - Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in Social Work, Criminal Justice or Psychology or a related human services field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience required;
- Must become certified by the Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) as a Probation Officer within one year of hire and maintain certification to include annual training;
- Must pass a criminal background check;
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license;
- Knowledge of modern probation services, best practices and philosophy;
- Knowledge of the Balance Approach to Juvenile Justice;
- Knowledge of individual and group behavior;
- Knowledge the laws pertaining to the Juvenile Court;
- Skills in conducting comprehensive interviews utilizing training and best practice / evidence-based techniques;
- Knowledge of community resources available to assist youths and aid in case plan development;
- Knowledge of problem solving skills;
- Knowledge of English grammar, spelling and punctuation;
- Skill in the operation of a personal computer;
- Skill in the operation of Microsoft Office Suite;
- Ability to plan and organize work;
- Ability to conduct an investigation through the use of interviews and other techniques;
- Ability to effectively assess risk factors, reach appropriate conclusions and articulate those conclusions;
- Ability to effectively work with and counsel youths and/or adults;
- Ability to maintain confidentiality;
- Ability to communicate clearly in stressful situations;
- Ability to maintain effective working relationship;
- Ability to recognize a youth's strengths, needs and risks.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS - Must adhere to the Code of Ethics, Values and Policies of Juvenile Services.
- This position has been designated safety sensitive and therefore the incumbent is subject to random drug testing.
POST CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: The position requires that the incumbent meet POST Standards for Juvenile Probation Officers. Upon an offer of employment as a Probation Officer, a medical examination is required, as well as vision and hearing examinations. The applicant shall meet the POST medical standards to qualify for employment as a Probation Officer at Ada County Juvenile Services. All medical examinations shall be completed within two (2) weeks of an offer of employment.
Work Environment & Physical Demands - The incumbent will be required to work flexible schedules, which may include work on some weekends, evenings, nights, and/or holidays;
- Work is performed both in an office and field environment;
- May be required to lift up to 20lbs;
- Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, to permit the employee to function in a general office environment and to physically respond to emergency situations in the field and office.
DISCLAIMER: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. Ada County provides Veteran's Preference for all County jobs except for those deemed "key positions" in accordance with Title 65, Chapter 5 of Idaho Code.
Ada County recognizes that employees are our most valuable asset. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to benefit-eligible employees designed to support the health, wellness and long-term financial stability of our employees and their families.
Healthcare: - Low-cost medical, dental, vision premiums and deductibles
- Post-employment health savings account
Retirement and Investments Plans: - PERSI retirement benefits
- 457(b) post or pre-tax investments options with up to 3% employer match
- 401(k)
Wellbeing Program: - Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal concerns.
- Free ACHD Commuter ride vanpool program
- Free bus pass
Paid-leave: - 11 paid holidays per year
- 8 weeks paid Parental Leave
- Approximately 96 hours of vacation accrual for full-time employee
- Approximately 96 hours of sick accrual for full-time employee
- 5 days paid bereavement leave
Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance - Basic Life Insurance employer paid if benefit eligible
- Short Term Disability employer paid if benefit eligible
Optional Benefits: - Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
- NCPERS Decreasing Term Life Insurance
- Supplemental Employee, Spouse, Child Life Insurance
- Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance
- AFLAC
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