to support our nation’s veterans and their families. We value the service given to our country and support the hiring of service members and military spouses. THIS IS AN INTERNAL AGENCY OPPORTUNITY FOR CURRENT DJJ EMPLOYEES ONLY LOCATION, CONTACT AND SALARY INFORMATION : LOCATION: C-4 Probation & Community Intervention – 1241 E.
8th Street, Jacksonville, FL 32206 CONTACT PERSON: Christopher Massey, Chief Probation Officer, (904) 219-xyz X, STARTING SALARY: $1,759.80 Bi-weekly (In accordance with the current spending restrictions, an internal promotion into this position will be filled at the minimum of the pay grade or up to 5% of the employee’s current rate, whichever is higher. ) DESCRIPTION
The Juvenile Probation Officer (JPO) Detention Coordinator serves as a liaison between Detention Services and Probation and Community Intervention to facilitate cooperation between branches to improve and maintain outcomes for youth transitioning into and out of secure detention by providing supervision, advocacy, collaboration, and coordination.
WORK LOCATION AND SCHEDULE The JPO Detention Coordinator will be stationed at their assigned detention center and work a non-traditional 40-hour week, making themselves available to interact with and assist youth, families, and detention center staff during evenings and weekends. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This JPO position serves as the subject
matter expert for youth transitioning into and out of secure detention and will maintain a specialized caseload inclusive of those youth detained at their assigned secure detention center.
The JPO-specific caseload will require the following tasks: UPON ADMISSION Remove and deactivate or confirm the deactivation of electronic monitoring (EM) equipment if a youth is on EM at the time of admission to the detention center. Obtain and review the screening instruments used by the Department and recommendations submitted to the court, including, but not limited to, the Detention Screening Risk backssment (DRAI), Suicide Risk Screening Instrument (SRSI), and State Attorney Recommendation (SAR).
Obtain and review collateral information, such as abuse and neglect history, educational records, mental health and substance abuse history, gang-related activity, and other pertinent information from other agencies involved with the youth and family. Initiate contact with the youth and family to explain court procedures and answer any questions. If a residential youth is placed in the detention center as a result of an unplanned interruption in residential services (e. g. a program closure), share appropriate information with the family. Use Motivational Interviewing to engage the youth and family to determine the youth’s social, developmental, educational, emotional, financial, and other needs.
Ensure that each youth has a valid Authority for Evaluation and Treatment (AET); if the youth does not have a valid AET, work with the family to obtain the necessary signatures. Liaison with the local school transition specialist and the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (FDJJ) education liaison to ensure that the youth has been enrolled in the detention center’s school and that all appropriate education paperwork has been provided to the detention center.
Formulate case management strategies based on backssments and other information gathered to address the specific needs of the youth and family. Communicate and distribute the outcome of court proceedings to all affected parties (i. e. youth, family, supervisor, detention staff, residential staff, providers, schools, victims, etc. ). Coordinate and maintain each youth’s visitation list by reviewing and updating the Family Member Maintenance module in the Juvenile Justice Information System (JJIS), in partnership with the youth’s assigned JPO, for the duration of the youth’s stay in detention.
Participate in at least one visitation session per week (including one weekend session per month) to answer any questions that parents/ guardians and youth may have, being present and available in the lobby area before and after visitation and on the secure floor during visitation. Review Electronic Commitment Packet (ECP) for all youth pending placement and ensure, along with the assigned JPO, that it is completed in a timely manner. Document all case management activities in JJIS, including, but not limited to, risk and needs backssments, contacts with the youth and family, collateral contacts, and other case management activities related to the youth and family for the duration of the youth’s stay in detention.
Organize and maintain hardcopy or electronic records to ensure inclusion of all required case management documentation in the JJIS Case Notebook module and Document Upload module. Communicate with the JPO who will appear in court (or court liaison, if applicable) to ensure that all pertinent information about the youth and family is available during court hearings. Participate in weekly detention review meetings. Maintain contact with each youth for the duration of their stay in detention on behalf of the assigned JPO, including relaying information from the assigned JPO to the youth, if requested.
Work to identify early lockout youth and work in coordination with detention center staff, the Department of Children and Families (DCF), the DJJ Crossover Champion, and the assigned JPO to handle potential lockout situations proactively in an expeditious manner. PRIOR TO DISCHARGE Assist the youth, family, and other parties (if applicable) with the planning and coordination of transportation for the youth and family upon the youth’s release from detention, as well as transportation for any court, school, after school programs/activities, and other community-based appointments scheduled while the youth is in detention.
Assist the youth and family with locating and accessing community resources and services to address the youth and family’s needs, including, but not limited to, mental health and substance abuse providers, educational services, and employment assistance. Assist the youth and family with enrollment in school, after school program/activities, and pro-social weekend activities (e. g. educational, recreational, community service, etc.
). Liaison with the local school transition specialist and the FDJJ education liaison to ensure that the youth has been enrolled in a local school and that all appropriate education paperwork has been provided to the school. Document all referrals for services in the JJIS Case Notebook module, regardless of youth’s legal status and the youth or parent’s/guardian’s acceptance or refusal of services. Coordinate with other JPO Detention Coordinators when youth in detention are administratively moved between detention centers. Install and activate EM equipment if a youth is placed on EM upon release from the detention center; create zones and schedules to accommodate the youth’s trip home, as well as all court, school, after school programs/activities, and other community-based appointments scheduled while the youth is in detention.
POST DISCHARGE Conduct post release follow-up calls with the parent/guardian, school, and referred community resources and services to verify that the youth’s release was successful and to determine if there are any follow up action items to be addressed by the assigned JPO. Perform other related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university at the time of submission of the candidate profile; or, Four years of experience working directly with adolescents in one or more of the following fields: criminal justice (e.
g. law enforcement, courts, correction/rehabilitation facilities, or probation/parole), social services (e. g. child protective services, crisis intervention, foster care/group homes, adoption, or mental health/substance abuse treatment), or education. An associate degree from an accredited college or university at the time of submission of the candidate profile and two years’ experience working directly with adolescents in one or more of the following fields: criminal justice (e.
g. law enforcement, courts, correction/rehabilitation facilities, or probation/parole), social services (e. g. child protective services, crisis intervention, foster care/group homes, adoption, or mental health/substance abuse treatment), or education. Sr. Juvenile Probation Officers must successfully complete RI Training (Right Interactivity Training) This position requires Juvenile Probation Officer Certification. This position may require non-traditional hours, including weekends and evening hours when needed.
Knowledge of interviewing and counseling techniques. Ability to make recommendations concerning the processing, handling and disposition of delinquent youth. Ability to investigate and complete inquiries and reports. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Ability to supervise, lead and motivate people. Ability to determine work priorities, assign work and ensure proper completion of work assignments. Ability to determine work priorities, assign work and ensure proper completion of work assignments. Ability to understand, apply and explain applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers, community/judicial partners, and act as a liaison to those entities in a capacity defined by the department. Ability to incorporate safe work practices with each task performed and actively participates in initiatives designed to promote a safe work environment. Must maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License; Protective Action Response (PAR), Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid Certifications. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : Preference may be given to candidates with a bachelor’s degree or higher level of education.
One to Three years of experience working with youth and knowledge of the juvenile court system. SPECIAL NOTES : All prospective candidates will be subject to a interaction offender check, criminal background checks (state, local, and national) and pre-employment drug screening for direct care positions. DJJ participates in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility). When identified on a position description, a valid driver’s license is required. If initially hired with an out-of-state license, the Florida resident must obtain a valid Florida state driver’s license within 30 days of hire.
Licenses suspended or revoked for any reason, work permits (Business purpose/Employment/education only licenses) and some types of restricted licenses are not acceptable. Licenses that have Corrective Lenses Restriction are acceptable, provided the driver wears corrective lenses while operating the vehicle. Positions that include the transportation of youth while performing any work or work-related functions on behalf of DJJ, require: (1) a valid driver’s license; and (2) a ree-year acceptable driving record as defined in FDJJ Policy 1920.
Successful candidate must be certified in accordance with the Department direct care training policy, and must obtain such certification within 180 days of employment. For those candidates not currently in the state system as a direct-care worker for DJJ at the time of application, the top-ranking candidate(s) after the interview phase will be required to take and pass an Ergometric’s IMPACT backssment and Training Test in order to be considered for the direct-care employment opportunity. This test will be used to measure the candidate’s overall suitability for working with juvenile justice involved youth.
Test results will be used for a period of six months after initial testing for candidates who reapply during that period for another position for which testing is required. 985.66 Florida Statute Requirement : Be at least 19 years of age. Be a high school graduate or its equivalent as determined by the department. Not have been convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, or have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States. Any person who, after September 30, 1999, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to or is found guilty of any felony or a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement is not eligible for employment, notwithstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication.
Notwithstanding this subparagraph, any person who pled nolo contendere to a misdemeanor involving a false statement before October 1, 1999, and who has had such record of that plea sealed or expunged is not ineligible for employment for that reason. Abide by all of s. 985.644(1) regarding fingerprinting and background investigations and other screening requirements for personnel. Execute and submit to the department an affidavit-of-application form, adopted by the department, attesting to his or her compliance with subparagraphs 1-4.
The affidavit must be executed under oath and constitutes an official statement under s. 837.06. The affidavit must include conspicuous language that the intentional false execution of the affidavit constitutes a misdemeanor of the second degree. The employing agency shall retain the affidavit. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center -xyz X).
Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F. S. Drug-Free Workplace Act. VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.
Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
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Training and Uniforms Provided! Full Time, Excellent Benefits, Career Progression! Daily Pay- Our new tool that gives employees a say in when they get paid. the choice is yours! The primary responsibility is to deter crime and provide order and control during the shift within the boundaries of the assigned post. This Security
Professional patrols the facility or stands a post as instructed and serves as a general security presence and visible deterrent to crime and client rule infractions; detects suspicious activities; watches for criminal acts or client rule infractions at or near assigned post.
This position responds to all incidents as dispatched providing assistance as needed, protecting personnel and property within reason and securing the incident scene until properly relieved. This position conducts initial investigation of incidents and is responsible for completing all appropriate reports. Allied Universal Services is currently searching for a Professional Hospital Security Officer. The Security
Officer will be working in a hospital/health care environment for Allied Universal Services.
Our officers allow us to accomplish our company's core purpose which is " to serve, secure and care for the people and businesses in our communities" The Professional Security Officer is responsible for the safety and security of the facilities they protect. Our security officers act as a visible deterrent to crime and client rule infractions; they detect and report suspicious, unsafe or criminal acts at or near their assigned posts which may be a threat to the property, clients, guests or employees at the site. Although essential activities may differ based on the facility at which they work, below are some of the standards: Qualifications/Requirements: Qualified applicants for the Professional Security Officer position will meet the minimum requirements, as described below: At least 18 years of age; 21 for Armed or Taser positions.
High school diploma, College Degree, or GED. Education must be verifiable through the background vendor. (Certificates of Course Completion not acceptable). Must have 5 years of work experience within the last 5 years , with a minimum of 2 years verifiable work history. As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation and Drug Screen in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws. (No open/pending charges acceptable) Valid guard card/license, as required in the state for which you are applying. Driving Positions Only: Must possess a valid Driver's License with at least one year of driving experience, a clean driving record (no major violations within last 36 months, no more than 1 accident in last 24 months, no more than one minor moving violation in last 24 months), a minimum level of insurance as required by Company policy, and the ability to safely operate a vehicle required.
Must possess effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the public in a professional and effective manner; must be able to use initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines Must be able to frequently prepare written reports and logs in neat, legible handwriting; may require computer skills As a condition of continued employment, employee must always maintain current active status of all required License, and must always carry the license while on duty Ability to handle both common and crisis situations at the client site, calmly and efficiently Answer phones or greet guests / employees in a professional, welcoming manner Read, understand, and clearly speak English; constantly use speech and hearing in communicating with public/co-workers, giving and receiving instructions, using phones Must be able to handle pressure of working with high volume general public (constantly to occasionally depending on assignment) Grooming/Uniform Standards: The grooming standards for this job include: The uniform will be clean and worn properly, in a professional manner at all times the uniform is worn.
No visible face or neck tattoos. Fingernails cannot be no longer than inch from the tip of the finger. The client's ID badge will be worn at all times while on client property in accordance with site policy. Footwear must be slip resistant. If N-95 masks are required by site, Facial hair will not allow for proper wear of a particulate mask. CDC Hand Hygiene Standards will be adhered to at all times. Perfumes or cologne, or other smells which could impact patients with respiratory ailments, will not be worn in excess.
Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) will be worn as appropriate to job roles and duties performed The use of personal electronic devices is prohibited while on post/patrol except in designated areas specified by client policy Physical and Mental Functions: Climb and descend stairs to all floors of the hospital in the event elevators are not accessible due to mechanical issues or emergency situations. Occasionally bend/twist at waist/knees/neck to perform various duties Assist in lifting patients as needed to either assist nursing staff or help transport expired patients Restrain violent/combative patients to prevent injuries to themselves and others Run as needed Work in various environments including adverse outdoor conditions such as cold, rain or heat.
Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law.
For more information: If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: /offices.
