Juvenile Residential Treatment Officer Assistant

Job Summary

Are you interested in the criminal justice field and looking for a part-time opportunity to make some extra money, learn something new, grow as a person and professional, and meet amazing colleagues? Travis County Juvenile Probation Department (TCJPD) is seeking part-time temporary Juvenile Residential Treatment Officer Assistants. In this role, you will assist Residential Treatment Officers who provide direct supervision and treatment intervention to post-adjudicated juvenile clients.

About the Role

This role involves assisting in supervision of clients, maintaining a safe and secure environment, implementing treatment plans, and ensuring continuity of care. You may also assist in providing individual and crisis intervention counseling, cognitive skill groups, and teamwork activities.

Responsibilities

• Assists in providing direct supervision of all client daily activities.
• Maintains accountability of all clients and equipment and ensures the environment is safe, clean, and secure.
• Affirms clients' responsibilities and appropriate behavior.
• Documents clients' behavior and enters information into the department's computer system.
• Maintains communication with other staff to ensure continuity of care.
• May assist in transporting clients to other facilities, as required.
• Assists in physically restraining aggressive clients using approved protocols, as needed.
• Assists in conducting investigations and reporting results clearly, accurately, and impartially.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Certification as a Juvenile Detention Officer or eligibility for certification within six months of hire.
• Valid Texas Driver's License.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of policies, practices, procedures, and legal terminology related to the court system.
• Understanding of psychological concepts, standard counseling techniques, safety and security techniques, physical restraint techniques, and first aid.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, handle stressful situations, and communicate effectively.

Skills

• Monitoring and responding to client behavior.
• Problem-solving and decision-making.
• Interviewing clients.
• Both verbal and written communication.

Benefits

The position offers a flexible work schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, with shift and certification pay premiums applicable.

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

The position offers three shift options: 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM, 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Overtime eligibility may apply.

Location

Located at 2515 S. Congress Ave, Austin, the department plays an important role in business continuity.

Additional Information

Travis County employees must pass background checks, including those related to driving, education, and employment. For updates or questions about this position, contact: juv-probhr@traviscountytx.gov.