Qureos Mentor

Lorain County Domestic Relations Court

Complete the online application and view the full job description at www.lcdrc.org/employment. Additional $1.00 per hour after CBI curriculum certification is obtained. Court will provide CBI training at no cost to the employee.HoursMonday - Thursday, 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.Friday, 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.No weekends or holidays!SummaryTransports and supervises juveniles to and from the Crossroads program, court hearings, secure detention, summer programs, recreational activities, community service, and other activities as needed. Supports the Crossroads Evening Reporting Program staff by completing home, school, and visits within the community, and providing general program assistance.Essential DutiesCo-facilitates Cognitive Behavioral Intervention - CORE Youth (CBI-CY) curriculum, a trauma informed care approach with program youth and their families. Facilitates Making Proud Choices curriculum to assigned youths and adheres to delivery model.Participates in ongoing CBI-CY training and consultation. Documents clear and concise case notes of treatment efforts and youth contacts in the case management system.Transports and supervises juveniles to and from Crossroads, court hearings, secure detention, summer outings, recreational activities, community service, and other activities as needed. Transports parents/guardians when appropriate. Trained in the use of pepper spray, handcuffing and shackling.Maintains responsibility for the safety and security of youth and their parents/guardians in transport and during program activities. Follows security procedures regarding inspections of county vehicles. Must be able to transport youth and their parents/guardians in a county vehicle during assigned work hours.Participates in daily staff meetings and family team meetings. Assists in coordinating and participating in various recreational, cultural, educational, therapeutic activities, and exploring employment and alternative educational plans with program youth.Makes announced and unannounced home, school, and community visits, and works closely with youth and their families to monitor case plan goals. Intervenes in crises including physical abuse, threats of suicide, homelessness, runaways, and other critical situations.Observes, collects, and documents results of oral and urinalysis samples to determine use of illicit drugs.Completes required documentation and provides clerical assistance as requested. Completes work in a timely, consistent manner and consistently meets deadlines.Maintains a professional and polite disposition at all times when dealing with the public, coworkers, Court staff, service providers, and other outside agencies. Stays calm and even-tempered when handling crises, stressful situations, continuous change, or unexpected developments. Works effectively in a team environment to accomplish organizational goals.Must be awake and alert at all times. Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance and arrives prepared to work. Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions. Maintains flexibility in work hours to accommodate the needs of the Court, youths, and families.Other DutiesDeliver summons and other court documents. Transportation duties as directed by their supervisor. All other duties as assigned by the Probation Supervisor, Assistant Supervisor, Deputy or Chief PO.Scope of Supervision NoneEquipment OperatedComputers; printer; telephone, calculator, fax machine, copier, scanner/imager, shredder and other general office equipment; handcuffs and shackles, cell phones, county vehicles, personal vehicles and pepper spray.Contacts with OthersRegular contacts inside and outside of the Court such as ordinary business dealings where improper handling may affect results by where primary responsibility rests with the next higher level of supervision. Contacts include, but are not limited to, youth offenders, parents, family members and guardians, attorneys, prosecutors, law enforcement officers, victims, Lorain County Children&rsquo;s Services, community social service and treatment providers, school officials, teachers, counselors and staff, other courts, Judges, Bailiffs, Department of Human Services, and the general public.Confidential InformationWork involves some confidential information of major importance such as, Juvenile records and files including Judge&rsquo;s and Magistrate&rsquo;s decisions, assessments, school records, evaluations, police records (child/parents), probation/parole records, and urinalysis results which if disclosed, may have a pronounced effect detrimental to the Court&rsquo;s interest, or contrary to recognized professional ethics.Working ConditionsWork has some undesirable working conditions with occasional exposure to noise, dust, heat or other disagreeable elements, but none continuously present. Works in potentially high-intensity situations involving youth and/or parents/guardians that may require behavior management, de-escalation and crisis intervention. Works in a variety of venues, frequently in high-crime areas with delinquent populations. Work is subject to frequent interruptions, crisis intervention, constant reprioritization of work activities and moderate to high degree of stress.Physical DemandsThe following physical demands are typically exhibited by position incumbents performing this job&rsquo;s essential duties and responsibilities. These physical demands are not, and should not be construed to be job qualification standards, but are illustrated to help the employer, employee and/or applicant identify tasks where reasonable accommodations may need to be made when an otherwise qualified person is unable to perform the job&rsquo;s essential duties because of an ADA disability.While performing duties of this job, the employee frequently stands and walks, and occasionally sits for extended periods of time. Job can involve operating and sitting in a vehicle for periods of time. Employee converses verbally with others in person and by telephone. Occasionally lifts or moves items weighing over 40 pounds. Vision demands include normal vision requirements but can include occasional concentrated mental and visual attention while viewing computer screen, which requires close focus.Knowledge of: RECLAIM Ohio rules and regulations, Ohio Revised Code, juvenile court system procedure and process, criminal justice system, standard English grammar, spelling and punctuation and ability to complete required case reports, make recommendations to supervisor and to the court, as needed, and apply and adapt procedures as cases demand. Complete knowledge of all computerized systems for data management, communication, and system security.Ability to: read, write and understand the Standard English language; read and interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; communicate verbally and in writing with co-workers, other court staff, and members of the public in a professional and effective manner; demonstrate sensitivity to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities and disabilities. Ability to serve the public with diplomacy and respect, including occasional encounters with irate/difficult individuals. Ability to exercise patience, objectivity, maturity, initiative and adaptability. Ability to accept direction and recognize when further assistance is needed, ability to recognize boundaries between job duties and authority. Exercise sound judgment, make informed decisions, apply common sense, carry out instructions and independently problem solve situations that arise and require immediate resolution. Maintain confidentiality of confidential and sensitive information, flexibility to work extended, evening, irregular, and/or weekend hours as needed.Skill in: verbal and written communications with court staff, agency professionals and general public. Working with at-risk juveniles, family members, listening, crisis mediation, CPR and First Aid (will train if needed).QualificationsAn appropriate combination of education, training, course work and experience may qualify an applicant to demonstrate required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of an acceptable qualification is a High School diploma or equivalent.Ability to document identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of original appointment as a condition of employment in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act requirements.Possession of a valid Ohio driver&rsquo;s license and a demonstrated safe driving record. Must be eligible to drive under the county commissioner&rsquo;s Driver/ Vehicle Risk Reduction Program.Other RequirementsState Motor Vehicle Operators License and proof of insurance in good standing.Job Type: Full-timePay: From $17.50 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>License/Certification:<ul><li>Driver's License (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Elyria, OH 44035 (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Juvenile Probation Assistant - Crossroads

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Juvenile Probation Assistant - Crossroads