Probation Counselor II

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Oversees and directs the daily actions of residents placed in the Post Dispositional Program by the Juvenile and Domestic Relations General District Court (JDRDC). Ensures physical, psychological, and emotional well-being and health care of up to 8 residents with complex and/or multiple adjustment difficulties. Serves as a case manager for up to two residents assigned to the program. Provides individual and group counseling, addressing behavioral issues as identified on each resident’s treatment plan and the goal of the group as determined by the team of unit counselors, post-dispositional administrators and clinical supervisor. Facilitates daily group counseling sessions, administers first aid and disbursement of medication as prescribed by a physician. Once identified, designs and implements a treatment plan to address the behavioral, substance abuse, and educational needs of the resident inside and outside of the program. Conducts weekly contact with parents/guardians and other stakeholders as necessary concerning the status of the resident. Assists in maintaining a daily log of intake and release statistics, medication required and administered, unusual behavior, shifts in mood, attitude change and developing of on-going patterns of performance, both positive and negative. Submits within required time limits complete, accurate, literate paperwork, i.e., behavior observations, serious incident reports, court evaluations, and progress reports. Assesses behavioral patterns displayed by residents. Assists in managing facility operations on assigned shifts addressing building safety, maintenance, and security issues. Completes and documents building safety and security checks at the beginning of each shift according to program, agency and state policy.

Performs other duties as assigned to further the goals and objectives of JDRDC.

Schedule: Works assigned swing shift schedule to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Classified as essential personnel.

Illustrative Duties

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position description.)

Residential Services:

Positions located in a residential facility supervise and direct house routines and therapeutic programs;

Ensures that residents maintain behavioral norms;

Coordinates and implements a residential program area such as recreational, educational or employment activities;

May drive a passenger van for educational and recreational trips;

Required Knowledge Skills And Abilities

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

Knowledge of casework supervision practices and procedures;

Knowledge of the principles of psychology and sociology;

Knowledge of current social and economic conditions;

Ability to use technology to enter and retrieve information;

Ability to prepare complete case records and reports;

Ability to develop effective working relationships with a variety of individuals.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:

(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for “Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to”)

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in social/behavioral sciences, criminal justice, or education plus two years of professional experience in probation work, social work, criminal justice, juvenile justice, education, or counseling. A master's degree in the disciplines above may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

• Medication Management (Required within 6 months)
• Valid Driver's License (Required at the time of application)
• CPR/First Aid (Required within 30 days)
• Handle With Care (Required within 30 days)
  
  

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This position is considered Emergency Service Personnel to ensure the continuity of essential operations, and will be required to report to work during times designated countywide as approved for unscheduled leave regardless of the emergency situation (i.e., weather, transportation, other disaster).
• The appointee to the position will be required to complete the following to the satisfaction of the employer:
• Criminal Background Investigation
• Child Protective Services
• Sanction Screenings
• Driving Record Check
• Pre-employment Medical Evaluation
• Tuberculosis Test
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possession of a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, sociology, psychology, or human development is preferred.
• At least one year of professional work experience supervising children/adolescents.
• Working knowledge of Motivational Interviewing, Handle with Care, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior therapy (DBT), and the Residential Services Information System (RSIS).
• Professional experience in counseling and treatment planning.
• Experience working in a (hardware) secure facility with detained youth.
• Knowledge of case work, computer keyboarding, and current social and economic conditions.
• Ability to interpret program rules and regulations, consistently exhibit effective communication skills, and develop effective working relationships with a variety of individuals.
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Duties require the ability to physically restrain acting out residents, visual and auditory acuity, and the ability to communicate clearly in English in person, in written form, and on the phone.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
  
  

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

Panel interview and may include a written exercise.

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others .) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov . EEO/AA/TTY.

Requisition 26-00832