Position Opening: Pre-Charge Diversion Counselor
Program: Pre-Charge Diversion
Hours: Full-Time or Consultant
Reports to: Director of Youth Services (Executive Director)
Close date: position will remain open until filled
Salary range: $58,000-$62,000 Annualized
SUMMARY
The Pre-Charge Diversion Counselor provides community-based counseling, assessment/referral services, and community service coordination, to youth diverted from the juvenile justice system and their families.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
● In-person/Remote Hybrid
TO APPLY
● Please apply using the following link: https://forms.gle/DWkSfmfwdfpX4RX89
● No calls or inquires please.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
● St. Paul Youth Services is an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer. Candidates from underrepresented communities and bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
Responsibilities
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Program Responsibilities ○ Deliver evidence-based Pre-Charge Diversion programs to parents and clients of St. Paul Youth Services.
○ Provide structured and standardized risk assessment evaluation to diversion clients and customize diversion intervention tailored to the needs of the client.
○ Develop and implement individualized diversion plans for all clients.
○ Work cooperatively with law enforcement, juvenile court, corrections, schools and human service agencies, etc.
○ Present educational workshops for diversion clients and their families.
- Administrative Responsibilities ○ Respond to all communication from clients, coworkers, or colleagues in a timely, responsive and professional manner. This includes voicemail, email, and program specific communication as designated.
○ Maintain and enhance your ability and skills by keeping current with pertinent research and program related literature, attending workshops and seminars, and taking advantage of work-related opportunities for learning on the job.
- Documentation ○ Develop and maintain competency with basic computer programs and computerized data information system (Apricot) required to complete all functions and expectations of the organization and the specific program(s).
○ Maintain individual client records, and statistical information according to agency standards and specific program protocol.
SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Complete various tasks and perform miscellaneous projects as needed by management.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
● Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or Psychology or equivalent experience (REQUIRED)
● Demonstrated success working with youth and families to achieve measurable outcomes (REQUIRED)
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
● Ability to work with youth and families from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
● Strong interpersonal skills and group presentation skills with the ability to relate well to a wide range of people
● Ability to develop positive working relationships with law enforcement
● Ability to work with resistant clients in a court diversion and/or restorative-justice model
● Demonstrated organizational skills, self-motivation and the ability to work as a member of a team
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS NECESSARY TO PERFORM THIS JOB
Applicant must be able to:
● Maintain physical presence and/or remote presence for a full work day
