State of Delaware
Juvenile Probation and Aftercare Specialist I-III Juvenile Probation Officer
State of Delaware, Los Angeles, California, United States
Juvenile Probation and Aftercare Specialist I-III Juvenile Probation Officer
A Juvenile Probation and Aftercare Specialist provides intensive supervision and case management to youth involved in the juvenile justice system, many of whom have complicated needs involving mental health, dependency, truancy, and trauma. The incumbent attends court hearings, collaborates with other professionals, and engages with families, supervising youth with a focus on public safety and the delivery of services based on assessed risk and need.
Essential Functions
Provides direct community supervision and support to youth, including face‑to‑face visits, and uses evidence‑based approaches such as Motivational Interviewing to foster successful collaboration with clients.
Interviews clients to obtain and verify personal, social, and delinquent/criminal histories, and completes assessments to determine risk, needs, strengths, and frequency of client contact.
Determines appropriate methods of addressing client risks and needs based on the nature and complexity of circumstances, the client’s caretaker and support system, and available community resources.
Develops and implements case plans outlining court‑imposed requirements and individual goals and objectives to be accomplished during the period of supervision, including methods and techniques to be used.
Monitors client activities to ensure compliance with the conditions of probation and aftercare through regular contact including field visits, office appointments, Global Positioning System (GPS) monitoring, and telephone contact.
Investigates and reports possible probation and aftercare violations for further investigation and action by a probation and parole officer or law enforcement.
Attends court hearings to answer questions, make recommendations, and present progress reports, including providing testimony.
Prepares and updates a variety of records and reports including recommendations for case disposition.
Provides referrals to applicable resources and monitors compliance with required activities and services.
Communicates regularly with clients, families, court officials, social service agencies, and community resource contacts, including schools and behavioral healthcare providers, to coordinate and exchange information.
Cooperates with law enforcement regarding intelligence inquiries with a goal of maintaining safety for the youth and the community.
Uses automated information systems and computer software to research, review, evaluate, and report on case data.
Performs other related duties as required.
Job Requirements Juvenile Probation and Aftercare Specialist I
One year of experience in supervising and supporting at‑risk youth receiving rehabilitation services in a detention, residential, probation, or community‑based setting in compliance with treatment plans and/or court orders.
Possession of a Bachelor's degree or higher, or an anticipated graduation date within 3 months, with coursework in Behavioral Science, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, or a related field.
Possession of a valid Driver’s License (not suspended, revoked, cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
Juvenile Probation and Aftercare Specialist II
Two years’ experience in supervising and supporting at‑risk youth receiving rehabilitation services in a detention, residential, probation, or community‑based setting in compliance with treatment plans and/or court orders.
Possession of a Bachelor's degree or higher, or an anticipated graduation date within 3 months, with coursework in Behavioral Science, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, or a related field.
One year of experience in case management such as assessing, planning, developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating options and services to meet an individual's human service needs.
One year of experience in interviewing to obtain facts, explore issues, and identify courses of action.
Six months’ experience in behavior management such as understanding, explaining, describing, and predicting behavior, studying the connection between behavior and its causes, and identifying appropriate behavior modification strategies for individual situations.
Possession of a valid Driver’s License (not suspended, revoked, cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
Juvenile Probation and Aftercare Specialist III
Three years’ experience in supervising and supporting at‑risk youth receiving rehabilitation services in a detention, residential, probation, or community‑based setting in compliance with treatment plans and/or court orders.
Possession of a Bachelor's degree or higher, or an anticipated graduation date within 3 months, with coursework in Behavioral Science, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, or a related field.
Two years’ experience in case management such as assessing, planning, developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating options and services to meet an individual's human service needs.
Two years’ experience in interviewing to obtain facts, explore issues, and identify courses of action.
One year of experience in behavior management such as understanding, explaining, describing, and predicting behavior, studying the connection between behavior and its causes, and identifying appropriate behavior modification strategies for individual situations.
Possession of a valid Driver’s License (not suspended, revoked, cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
Additional Posting Information This is a series posting. Applicants must check the box for each level they wish to be considered for. If a box is left unchecked, the applicant will not be considered for that level, even if they meet the requirements.
Conditions of Hire Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E‑Verify system. Upon a conditional offer, pre‑employment drug testing and a satisfactory criminal background check are required. All new hires must report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. The position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.
Benefits To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package, please visit https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/.
Selection Process The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based on a rating of education, training, and experience as they relate to the job requirements. Complete and accurate information on employment, education, and training history is essential. Email correspondence will be used once the application is submitted online.
Accommodations Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. TDD users may request an auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232‑5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com. Additional applicant services support can be reached at DHR_ADAConcerns@delaware.gov.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek a workforce representative of Delaware, including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
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Essential Functions
Provides direct community supervision and support to youth, including face‑to‑face visits, and uses evidence‑based approaches such as Motivational Interviewing to foster successful collaboration with clients.
Interviews clients to obtain and verify personal, social, and delinquent/criminal histories, and completes assessments to determine risk, needs, strengths, and frequency of client contact.
Determines appropriate methods of addressing client risks and needs based on the nature and complexity of circumstances, the client’s caretaker and support system, and available community resources.
Develops and implements case plans outlining court‑imposed requirements and individual goals and objectives to be accomplished during the period of supervision, including methods and techniques to be used.
Monitors client activities to ensure compliance with the conditions of probation and aftercare through regular contact including field visits, office appointments, Global Positioning System (GPS) monitoring, and telephone contact.
Investigates and reports possible probation and aftercare violations for further investigation and action by a probation and parole officer or law enforcement.
Attends court hearings to answer questions, make recommendations, and present progress reports, including providing testimony.
Prepares and updates a variety of records and reports including recommendations for case disposition.
Provides referrals to applicable resources and monitors compliance with required activities and services.
Communicates regularly with clients, families, court officials, social service agencies, and community resource contacts, including schools and behavioral healthcare providers, to coordinate and exchange information.
Cooperates with law enforcement regarding intelligence inquiries with a goal of maintaining safety for the youth and the community.
Uses automated information systems and computer software to research, review, evaluate, and report on case data.
Performs other related duties as required.
Job Requirements Juvenile Probation and Aftercare Specialist I
One year of experience in supervising and supporting at‑risk youth receiving rehabilitation services in a detention, residential, probation, or community‑based setting in compliance with treatment plans and/or court orders.
Possession of a Bachelor's degree or higher, or an anticipated graduation date within 3 months, with coursework in Behavioral Science, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, or a related field.
Possession of a valid Driver’s License (not suspended, revoked, cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
Juvenile Probation and Aftercare Specialist II
Two years’ experience in supervising and supporting at‑risk youth receiving rehabilitation services in a detention, residential, probation, or community‑based setting in compliance with treatment plans and/or court orders.
Possession of a Bachelor's degree or higher, or an anticipated graduation date within 3 months, with coursework in Behavioral Science, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, or a related field.
One year of experience in case management such as assessing, planning, developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating options and services to meet an individual's human service needs.
One year of experience in interviewing to obtain facts, explore issues, and identify courses of action.
Six months’ experience in behavior management such as understanding, explaining, describing, and predicting behavior, studying the connection between behavior and its causes, and identifying appropriate behavior modification strategies for individual situations.
Possession of a valid Driver’s License (not suspended, revoked, cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
Juvenile Probation and Aftercare Specialist III
Three years’ experience in supervising and supporting at‑risk youth receiving rehabilitation services in a detention, residential, probation, or community‑based setting in compliance with treatment plans and/or court orders.
Possession of a Bachelor's degree or higher, or an anticipated graduation date within 3 months, with coursework in Behavioral Science, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, or a related field.
Two years’ experience in case management such as assessing, planning, developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating options and services to meet an individual's human service needs.
Two years’ experience in interviewing to obtain facts, explore issues, and identify courses of action.
One year of experience in behavior management such as understanding, explaining, describing, and predicting behavior, studying the connection between behavior and its causes, and identifying appropriate behavior modification strategies for individual situations.
Possession of a valid Driver’s License (not suspended, revoked, cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
Additional Posting Information This is a series posting. Applicants must check the box for each level they wish to be considered for. If a box is left unchecked, the applicant will not be considered for that level, even if they meet the requirements.
Conditions of Hire Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E‑Verify system. Upon a conditional offer, pre‑employment drug testing and a satisfactory criminal background check are required. All new hires must report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. The position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.
Benefits To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package, please visit https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/.
Selection Process The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based on a rating of education, training, and experience as they relate to the job requirements. Complete and accurate information on employment, education, and training history is essential. Email correspondence will be used once the application is submitted online.
Accommodations Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. TDD users may request an auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232‑5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com. Additional applicant services support can be reached at DHR_ADAConcerns@delaware.gov.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek a workforce representative of Delaware, including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
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