Juvenile Specialist - KEARNEY

Company Overview

Owens Educational Services is a leading provider of in-home services for children, youth, and families across Nebraska. With six office locations statewide, we pride ourselves on the positive impact our dedicated staff have on the lives of those we serve. Our commitment to success drives us to hire individuals who share our passion for making a difference.

Juvenile Service Specialist

Looking for a DYNAMIC team members to add to our growing Juvenile Services Team. This position would be primarily in the Kearney area (youth are assigned based on the Team Member's location).

Our Juvenile Service Specialists work hand-in-hand with Juvenile Probation. As a TEAM (Probation, Owens, Youth, Parents, School System, etc) we work together to bring out the best in every youth we serve.

Our Juvenile Team Members aren't simply staff who go check on kids to see how they are doing. We are a HANDS ON staff with excellent outcomes because we truly believe every child wants more, can do more, and needs that extra push from a dedicated staff member to hold them accountable and pave the way.

If this still sounds of interest to you, here is a little more of the "formal" nuts and bolts:

DUTIES

Juvenile Service Specialists provide individualized services to youth on their caseload who are involved in the court system and Juvenile Probation. In supporting the program guidelines, Juvenile Service Staff:

• Conduct face to face sessions at various locations with youth assigned
• Develop and maintain helping relationship emphasizing youth accountability
• Provide objective written documentation of the youth's compliance/non-compliance with court ordered requirements.
• Complete required documentation, including discharge information, for assigned youth in an accurate and timely manner.
• Enter data and reports promptly into NPACS and Omega.
• Notify supervisor and Probation Officer immediately in the event of a youth crisis, suspected illegal activity or any other youth or program incident
• Regular and punctual attendance at all appointments
• Participate in weekly or monthly meetings with the youth's Probation Officer to discuss the youth's progress.
• Work collaboratively with team members and willing to help out others when needed (case coverage, etc).
• Maintain appropriate boundaries with youth at all times.
• Understand and respect client confidentiality
• Attend mandatory trainings
• Possess a spirit of flexibility
• Seek supervision when needed

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in the Criminal Justice Field and/or Equivalent Work, Education & Life Experience.

Own reliable vehicle with a clear driving record (no more than 3 points assessed against your license). Minimum MV Insurance requirements are 100/300.

Ability to pass a thorough background check including but not limited to:

• Local, State and National Criminal History
• Adult/Child Abuse Registry
• National Sex Offender Registry
• Educational & Work Verification
• Driver's License Check
• Drug Screen

Ability to work non-traditional hours and days. Our organization is open 7 days per week and team members must have the flexibility to work evenings and weekends and respond to crisis situations.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

CPR/First-Aide Certified

Ability to type at least 55 wpm and excellent computer skills.

Passionate, objective and non-judgmental disposition.

Dedicated with a strong work history of longevity and regular attendance.

Bilingual Differential of $0.53/hr

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $17.82 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Criminal Justice: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person