Supervisor Juvenile Caseworker-Juvenile Services

About the Department

Coordinate and supervise intake and field service probation officers or specialized program probation officers. Provide guidance and support as necessary and carry out probation officer job functions in their absence. Ensure Court directives and department policies are achieved. Participate in the development of department policies and procedures and problem solving activities and oversee the delivery of services to the clients under the Department’s supervision. May supervise interns and oversee grants and departmental contracts. Expected to communicate and collaborate with interagency and interstate compact professionals. Ensure compliance with Texas Juvenile Justice Department(TJJD) guidelines.

Position Duties

1. Provides in service training for intake, court, field service and specialized program affairs
2. Assigns cases to the probation officers
3. Conducts case audits while reviewing and documenting the progress of all current cases
4. Assists in developing case management plans
5. Ensures that necessary data is collected for forecasting, statistics and program evaluation
6. Ensures court reports are properly prepared for Court
7. Serves as liaison between the Juvenile Probation Department and the Courts, Social Service Agencies, Law Enforcement Agencies, Schools, and other professional disciplines
8. Evaluates employees and formulates plans for improvement of performance
9. Provides coverage and ancillary support for staff absences
10. Participates in departmental planning meetings and various work groups to develop programs and policy and procedures. Serves on inter-departmental investigative team to address allegations of abuse and neglect
11. Coordinates internship program; may supervise and train interns performing student placement through area college and university programs. Provides evaluation and feedback.
12. Performs all other related duties involved in the operation of Juvenile Services as assigned or required

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three (3) years casework experience. 
Eligibility for certification by the Texas Juvenile Justice Department. 
Valid Texas Driver’s License and Auto Liability Insurance. 
Knowledge of applicable statutes.

Other Qualifications

While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend and lift. Potential exists for interaction with unpredictable and potentially violent clients, families and general public.

Benefits

Tarrant County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life and long- term  disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 13 paid holidays, a Wellness Program, and more.

*Note: These benefits are for Tarrant County employees only. For benefit information regarding Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, please contact Patrice Smith at (817) 884-1227.

 

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Agency Information

EmployerTarrant CountyAddress 100 E. Weatherford Suite 301

Fort Worth, Texas, 76196-0105 Phone(817) 884-1188
Website http://www.tarrantcountytx.gov