Job Summary:

Under limited supervision, completes the assessment and classification process for committed and Superior Court sentenced youth by performing a variety of functions to include completion of broad and comprehensive interviews, assessment tools, facilitating multidisciplinary meetings, documentation, consultation, training and administrative duties.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs job responsibilities with minimal supervision

• Special projects, pilot testing when requested

• Collaborates and presides over multidisciplinary team meetings to determine recommendations for youth in care and custody of DJJ

• Conducts case file and court documentation reviews for screening preparation

• Serves as job expert or organization resource in assigned areas

• Collects and analyzes data related to performance indicators and resources

• Develops and delivers formal and informal training

• Develop policies and procedures in accordance with laws and regulations related to primary programs

• Identifies, plans, and may assist with the implementation and utilization of local resources

• May serve as mentor to new supervisors and staff

• Monitors compliance, evaluates effectiveness, and recommends/implements improvements to existing policies

• Provides technical assistance/training to internal and external service providers.

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with both internal and external customers.

• Ability to work on multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately.

• Ability to communicate effectively.

• Ability to exercise initiative and make independent decisions to meet deadlines or to effectively handle priority work.

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

• Able to work as a leader, coordinator and effective team member.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of professional job-related experience which includes one (1) year in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role.

• Or two (2) years of experience at the lower level Social Svcs Prgm Consultant 2 (SSP041) or position equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND Two years of related experience, One of which as a supervisor or lead worker OR Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND Four years of related experience OR Two years at the lower level (SSP041) or position equivalent. Two years’ experience working for DJJ as JPPS-II- OR Two years’ experience working for DFCS as case manager OR Two years’ experience working in a related youth services delivery field.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS

Working Conditions:

• Normal office environment

• Facility visits required

• Will be required to attend mandatory offsite training courses

Physical Demands:

• Statewide travel is required

• Moderate lifting as required, up to 15-30 pounds

Benefits:

In addition to a competitive salary & benefits, GA Department of Juvenile Justice is part of a statewide initiative called Total Rewards that seeks to attract and retain employees by supplementing their base pay and benefits with programs designed to improve the quality of their work environment and lead to greater job satisfaction and work/life balance. Eligible employees are offered generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. We are a qualified employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

For more information, visit https://djj.georgia.gov/Online-Applications/employee-benefits

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