Qureos Mentor

Coconino County Arizona

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 Nature of Work
 
 
 Under supervision performs programming work of moderate difficulty in the Juvenile Detention facility; performs related work as assigned.
 
 
 Typical Duties
 
 
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 Develops and implements programs in social and life skills, academic skills, crafts and physical exercise for youth;
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 Provides instruction for various programs;
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 Documents youth records and writes reports;
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 Works collaboratively with all court staff, parents and outside agencies;
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 Supervises employees assigned to residential Probation Officer/Detention (POD);
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 Ensures compliance with all programs in detention;
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 Ensures timely and accuracy within Juvenile On-Line Tracking System (JOLTS).
 
 
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 Essential functions of this position include but are not limited to: driving; standing and walking to supervise detainees; working with and around co-workers, juveniles and the public; dealing with interruptions; vision acuity near and far, hearing and speech for communicating with juveniles, staff and the public.
 
 
 
 
 Minimum Qualifications
 
 
 
 Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years working with juveniles in a residential setting; OR
 
 
 Associate's degree in a related field and three years working with juveniles in a residential setting; OR
 
 
 Four years working with juveniles in a residential setting; OR
 
 
 Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
 
 
 
 Additional Requirements
 
 
 
 Must obtain First Aid/CPR certification by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Must submit to background check prior to hire. Persons convicted of a felony are not eligible for hire within the Juvenile Detention facility. Forty hours of orientation training are required within first month on the job. Sixteen additional hours of COJET certified training are required each year. Must obtain an Arizona driver's license by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Final job offer will be contingent upon a satisfactory 5-year Arizona Motor Vehicle Report.
 
 
 
 Preferred Qualificatons
 
 
 
 Experience working with at-risk youth in a structured setting.
 
 
 Experience or documented training in Trauma-Informed Care.
 
 
 Experience or documented training in youth de-escalation techniques.
 
 
 Experience creating and implementing youth-based programs.
 
 
 Team-leading or supervisory experience.
 
 
 
 This position is safety sensitive.
 
 
 This position is non-exempt from overtime.
 
 
 
 
 Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
 
 
 
 
 Considerable knowledge of:
 
 
 
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 Basic principles and methods of treatment for juvenile delinquency
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 Child and adolescent development theories and application
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 Effects of substance abuse and addiction
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 Dynamics of behavioral and emotional problems in children
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 Crisis intervention and basic first aid techniques including CPR
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 Detention policies and procedures and applicable state laws, rules and regulations
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 Principles, methods and techniques of group and individual counseling
 
 
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 Working Knowledge Of
 
 
 
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 Practices and procedures of a juvenile detention facility
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 Juvenile court proceedings
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 Human behavior and various social, economic and cultural backgrounds
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 Recordkeeping, documentation and report writing
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 Adolescent group activity planning and leadership
 
 
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 Ability To
 
 
 
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 Plan and schedule the work of others
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 Make appropriate decisions regarding methods of intervention and treatment
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 Deal impartially with individuals of various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds
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 Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
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 Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public
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 Follow written and verbal instructions
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 Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
 
 
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 Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 
 
 
 
 AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply
 
 
 
 
 Employee Benefits
 
 
 
 Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits
 
 
 package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:
 
 
 (Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits).
 
 
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 Vacation/Annual Leave
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 Sick Leave
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 10 Holidays Per Year
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 Health Care Insurance
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 Dental Plan
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 Vision Plan
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 Group Life Insurance
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 Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
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 Sick Leave Conversion Plan
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 Personal Day Purchase Program
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 Vacation Sell Back Program
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 Tuition Reimbursement Program
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 Wellness Program
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 Long-Term Disability
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 Corrections Officer Retirement System
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 Employee Assistance Program
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 On-going Training Opportunities
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 Free bus transportation/ EcoPass bus pass
 
 
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 Elective Coverage
 
 
 
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 Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
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 Supplemental Life (for employees &amp; dependents)
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 Flexible Spending Account
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 Health Savings Account
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 Tax-deferred investment program
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 Accidental and Disability Insurance
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 Short Term Disability
 
 
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 JC1: Those who will be considering you for employment with the Coconino County Juvenile Court and Probation Department will use this application for reference. An extensive background investigation of your personal history will be conducted. Applicants will be required to take a polygraph examination to confirm the information in this application and to determine other items of background information. Probation officer applicants will be required to take a psychological examination. The existence of any of the conditions listed in this application may result in rejection from the selection process. These areas will be explored during an extensive background investigation and polygraph examinations. If you have used dangerous drugs within the last 5 years, you will not be considered for this position. Please for additional information. Please confirm you have read, understand, and agree to the aforementioned conditions and criteria by checking the box.
 
 
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 Agree
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 Disagree
 
 
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 JC2: Have you been dishonorably discharged from the United States Armed Services?
 
 
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 Yes
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 No
 
 
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 JC3: Are you a Non-U.S. citizen or not eligible for work in the United States?
 
 
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 Yes
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 No
 
 
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 JC4: Are you younger than 21 years of age?
 
 
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 Yes
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 No
 
 
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 JC5: Do you need accommodation in the application or testing process due to a disability?
 
 
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 Yes
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 No
 
 
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 JC6: Have you used dangerous/illegal drugs in the last 5 years?
 
 
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 Yes
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 No
 
 
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 JC7: Please use this area to explain your "YES" answers to any of the above questions.
 
 
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Juvenile Detention Officer Lead - Juvenile Court (0326)

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