What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Juvenile Probation Officer (CYFD/JJS #34681) position at Children, Youth & Families Dpt?
Posting Details
We are so pleased that you are interested in making an impact through our work at CYFD! The department thrives on dedicated, empathetic, and talented employees who ensure the well-being of the children and families in New Mexico by keeping them safe and healthy.THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.
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Why does the job exist?
Juvenile Probation Officers are responsible for the supervision and performance monitoring of adjudicated misdemeanor and felony offenders in the community on behalf of the Courts and Supervised Release Panel.How does it get done?
This position will screen, assess and staff to make appropriate recommendations on all referrals and complaints on clients. They will attend court hearing and make recommendations. Position provides supervision of juveniles by conducting home, school, and office visits to ensure compliance with court ordered probation and supervised release requirements. Maintain clients master file and enter data into Family Automated Client Tracking System (FACTS). JPO will collaborate with community resources, such as law enforcement agencies, school and service providersWho are the customers?
Juvenile Probation Officers are responsible for the supervision and performance monitoring of adjudicated misdemeanor and felony offenders in the community on behalf of the Courts and the Supervised Release Panel. In addition, this job services clients and their families by assisting in finding and providing referrals for resources in the community.Ideal Candidate
Ideal candidates are those who have integrity and whom are responsible, honest, driven and responsible. If possible, Division would also like for them to have some sort of writing test to determine their writing skills. Staff need to have the ability to communicate clearly, concisely and thoroughly as they are required to write case notes, assessments and other documents.Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in sociology, psychology, corrections, guidance and counseling, social work, police science, criminal justice, juvenile justice, education, public administration, or closely related field. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling four (4) years may substitute for the required education and experience.Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Pre-employment background investigation is required and is conditional pending results.Working Conditions
Work is preformed in an office setting, client's homes, and institutions. Late hours, weekend, and call back work may be required. Will be exposed to regular periods of video display terminal, keyboard usage, and stressful situation. Some travel may be required. The following condition are also applicable:
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Agency Contact Information: Naomi Larkin, (505) 699-8672. Email
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Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.Salary : $60,800 - $91,200