Job Title
STOP (Service Through Opportunity Program) Worker (Program Specialist)
Location
Henrico, VA, US
Organization Name
County of Henrico Juvenile Detention Home
About Us
Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.
Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots. Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas. Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government. Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.
Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies. Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers. Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us, you will be surrounded by fellow associates who come from all walks of life, all types of cultural backgrounds and all ages.
General Statement of Duties
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, May 06, 2024.
Plans, organizes and engages in paraprofessional and highly skilled technical work in support of the STOP Program for the Henrico Juvenile Detention Center; does related work as required.
Essential Duties
This position is for a relief pool for STOP (Service Through Opportunity Program) workers.
Maintaining accurate records of juveniles placed on the court ordered STOP program. Provide direction, instruction, feedback, supervision and effective management of individual cases assigned. Ability to interpret regulatory and program policy information, ability to interpret and report monitoring and evaluation of findings; ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in written form; ability to work effectively with other employees and with the public; ability to exercise discretion and to make sound decisions relative to their assigned program area. Monitor juveniles placed on the program using various curfew checks techniques to make sure they are abiding by the program rules. This program is an alternative to weekend sentencing in secure detention, in which up to 10 juveniles will complete court ordered community service under the supervision of STOP staff. Staff will document attendance, compliance, and performance of each participant in their assigned case file. Staff will monitor and counsel youth during activities to maintain a safe, secure, and productive environment and provide crisis intervention when necessary. Staff will be trained and certified to administer First Aid and CPR as required and will assist in maintenance and organization of vehicles and equipment used to complete assigned work. The majority of the work assignment is performed outdoors at Henrico County Parks and approved locations.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of an associate's degree with courses in accounting, business or public administration, statistics, report preparation, research and/or planning, and three years experience relevant to the program or service area to which assigned; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Additional Information
A criminal history record check, fingerprinting, CPS, and physical is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee. Valid drivers license needed and DMV background check conducted.
Normal work hours are between 7:30 AM and 3:30 PM on Saturdays and Sundays. In addition, assigned staff will complete curfew checks by phone on Friday's and Saturday's, after 4:00 PM to ensure accountability of participants.
How To Apply
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, May 06, 2024.
You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our on-line applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection. Please access our job site portal through https://henrico.us/services/jobs or click on the Jobs link in the upper right hand corner of our main County page at https://henrico.us .
Minimum Salary
21.03
Maximum Salary
Currency
USD
Main Organization
General Government General Government
Employment Status
Hourly/Temporary Hourly/Temporary
Amount of Travel
Work At Home