Job description

JOB
Under general supervision and guidance, the incumbents investigate, assess, and supervise juvenile offenders and/or court wards; make arrests of juvenile offenders or those in violation of court orders; make recommendations and prepare court reports and forms; aid in the social rehabilitation of juvenile offenders including case plans and counseling; represent the Department in court, at institutions, foster homes, and community agencies; and perform related work as required an in a manner consistent with policies, procedures and practices of Humboldt County Juvenile Services and in compliance with NRS Chapter 62.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSThis is the journeyman level of the class class in the Juvenile Probation Officer series. A Probation Officer II is generally able to complete assignments independently. However, the Probation Officer II still works under supervision and consults with supervisors. A Probation Officer II is expected to exhibit competent casework skills including counseling youth and families, consulting with other professionals and integrating services.SUPERVISION EXERCISEDMay provide direction for student interns and volunteers.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
(The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required)Performs a wide range of juvenile probation subject areas and assignments; interview clients, relatives, acquaintances, complainants, victims and others to determine attitude toward and nature of offense, personal and social adjustment, school, family, work history, living conditions and environment, or other circumstances as needed to correctly asses the risk and needs of the offender.Contact public officials, community agencies, and employers to verify prior delinquent history and other pertinent information gathered during the interviews. Maintain case records and prepares periodic reports summarizing youth’s progress and involvement with the Department. Gather pertinent information for purposes of investigation and/or assessment.Receive on-going training on case management, probation supervision practices and techniques in order to prepare case plans, court reports and other written documentation.Testify in both juvenile and adult court as required.Provide recommendations regarding the filing of a petition; approve detention admission/release decisions; recommend special classification status for juveniles in custody or transports and other safety measures.Explain youth’s legal status and conditions of probation to youth, family and appropriate parties; schedule subsequent contacts and arrange for referrals and services.Counsel juveniles, in compliance with conditions of probation and a case plan, by discussing with the youth and parents the goals of the plan and family involvement; conduct home visits to assess youth’s adjustment and living conditions; make school visits to monitor youth’s progress; make employer contacts when appropriate and conduct drug and alcohol screening.Confer with supervisor regarding youth’s progress, the need for modification or revocation of probation, the feasibility of termination of probation and to obtain assistance with cases.Make arrest of probation violators and youth involved in delinquent acts.Place youth in foster home and institutions, counsel youth to prepare for placement, coordinate placement activities and maintain regular contact to assess progress. Work closely with DCFS for co-custody youth.Attend staff meetings, participate in training programs; maintain a flexible work schedule. Serve as on-call officer as assigned which includes nights, weekends and holidays. May be assigned to a specialty unit as deemed appropriate. Preforms related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Humboldt County, Nevada and the Sixth Judicial District Court are equal employment opportunity employers and providers in the services we offer.

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