Description The Dane County Juvenile Court Program has a current vacancy for a full time (1.0 FTE) male Juvenile Court Worker.
Schedule:
Sunday & Monday, 3:30pm - 11:30pm Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 3:00pm - 11:00pm
The eligible list created from this posting may be used for future Juvenile Court Worker vacancies for the next six (6) months, so ALL are encouraged to apply. Equity, Definition and Examples of Duties
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY & INCLUSION
As an employer, we strive to provide a work environment where diversity and differing opinions are valued, creativity is encouraged, continuous learning and improvement are fostered, teamwork and open/honest communication are encouraged, and meeting customer needs through quality service is a shared goal. All employees must be able to demonstrate multicultural competence – the awareness, knowledge, and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant, and productive ways. Applicants from traditionally underrepresented populations including women, racial and ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.
DEFINITION Under direction to provide supervision, security, guidance and care to youth placed in the Dane County Shelter Home, Detention Center or in the Community in a manner which promotes their safety and the safety of the community, increases the youth's skills and abilities to contribute positively to the community, and promotes a sense of responsibility for behavior in the youth; and to do related work as required.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Provides supervision and guidance to juveniles relating to health, hygiene, and social skills; assists in the development of constructive recreation and education programs; provides input in the development of overall program goals and objectives; counsels with individual youths to assist in their development and transition and observes and evaluates behavior on a day to day basis; may perform intake duties and serve as an information source to local agencies; monitors school attendance and behavior; meet with youth and families in the community; monitor youth's compliance with court orders; attend court; enforces regulations and policies related to the security and operation of the facility and program; promotes the development of pro-social behavior skills through a team approach to discipline and behavior management; conducts room and personal searches and carries out related duties to ensure physical safety and facility security; performs housekeeping and cleaning duties and assists in planning, preparing and serving meals; assists in the maintenance of the facility; provides physical control over dysregulated, aggressive or resistive youth in order to maintain a safe and secure environment. Education, Experience and Special Requirements
Education, Training and Experience:
Any combination equivalent to high school graduation and one (1) year of professionally supervised experience in providing supervision, teaching, guidance or care to adolescent youths. Two (2) years of related college study may be substituted for six (6) months of the described experience. Experience in working with juveniles having educational, social, or emotional problems is desirable.
Special Requirements:
Must be available for all shifts including weekends and holidays. For some positions a valid Wisconsin driver's license may be required and for job related reasons, employment consideration may be restricted to males or females only. The Detention Facility requires that permanent staff must receive state certification as a Detention Officer by completing a 160-hour Detention Officer training course and passing the required tests after hire.
Background Check Statement: Some positions may require a criminal background check which can include fingerprinting due to the nature of the job’s responsibilities. Wisconsin’s Fair Employment Law, s. 111.31 – 111.395, Wis. Stats., prohibits discrimination because of an arrest or conviction record. However, Dane County may disqualify an applicant if the position’s responsibilities are substantially related to the applicant’s criminal history (e.g., the nature of the crime and its relationship to the position, whether hiring, transferring or promoting an applicant would pose an unreasonable risk to the business, its employees, customers and vendors, etc.) Management reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.
For Bilingual Positions:
- Provide services in both English and the required foreign language (e.g., Spanish, Arabic, Hmong, etc.).
- Applicants being considered for bilingual positions will be tested during the recruitment process prior to employment. This will primarily consist of passing an oral language proficiency assessment from English to foreign language and foreign language to English, but may require additional language testing, such as written translation, if it is an essential function of the job.
*If applicable, individuals may confirm with the Employee Relations Division whether results of bilingual language certifications/ examinations they currently hold qualify them for the position’s bilingual designation.
Physical and Environmental Work Requirements:
Must be able to lift or pull up to eighty (80) pounds unassisted and heavier loads with assistance; ability to stand for prolonged periods of time; ability to intervene in verbal and physical disputes.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of adolescent behaviors; possession of effective oral and written communication skills; ability to be firm and fair in dealing with young people; understanding of and ability to relate effectively to the cultural background of youth; ability to maintain composure and exercise good judgment, especially in emergency situations; knowledge of community resources; ability to intervene in verbal and physical disputes; ability to work cooperatively with local officials, agencies and the public; ability to demonstrate personal standards that will serve as a good model to young people; ability and willingness to carry out cooking and other household duties; ability to learn how to use emergency and other equipment, food safety procedures, fire safety procedures and the operation of the physical plant; ability to stand for prolonged periods of time; ability to relate firmly and fairly to juveniles; must be able to lift or pull up to eighty (80) pounds unassisted and heavier loads with assistance.
Benefits
Become a part of the Dane County Team!
We offer a wide range of benefits including fully paid dental and HMO health insurance premiums for full time employees/pro rated for part time employees. The County will also provide contributions towards POS health insurance premiums and short/long term disability. Additional benefits available include long term care, vision coverage, flex spending account and deferred compensation programs paid in full by the employee and a wellness program. For further details on insurance benefits visit https://admin.countyofdane.com/employee-relations/active-employee Bilingual Pay: Employees who work in bilingual designated positions receive an additional $2.00 per hour.
Undesirable Hours Premium Pay: Employees may receive undesirable hours pay of $2.00 for anytime worked between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m and for anytime on Saturday and/or Sunday. (not applicable with all employee groups).
Paid Parental Leave: Dane County also provides 12 weeks of paid parental leave for birth or adoption of a child.
Caregiver Leave: Dane County offers 80 hours of paid leave to care for an ill family member.
Telecommuting: Telecommuting allows employees to work remotely for all or part of their work week. Dane County considers telecommuting to be a viable, flexible option when both the employee and the job are suited to such an arrangement. Dane County will permit telecommuting when it benefits the productivity of the employee and their department and if determined by employee's department that telecommuting is not detrimental to either the County or the employee.
Student Loan Forgiveness: If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
WI Retirement System: Employees hired after 7-1-11 must be expected to work a minimum of 1200 hours annually to be enrolled in the Wisconsin Retirement System when hired.
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