- Salary
- $21 – $31/hr
- Location
- Pueblo, CO, CO, US
- Department
- Legal
- Education
- PhD
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
Provides counseling and related services to juveniles and adults charged with crimes.
Work involves assessing juveniles and adults for the diversion program and developing and implementing diversion plans. The program provides alternative treatment/punishment for first time offenders. Counselors independently complete assignments, coordinating matters as needed and resolving most problems encountered in the work; new, policy and procedural matters are referred to others.
- Reviews juvenile and adult case reports and identifies those suitable for diversion.
- Counsels juvenile and adult offenders. Explains to interested parties the diversion program and its benefits.
- Develops individual diversion plans for offenders; coordinate plans with other agencies, individuals and entities involved.
- Monitors plans, maintains contact with parties involved.
- Maintains liaison on cases with schools, law enforcement and community agencies.
- Maintains program records and files and prepares correspondence and reports.
- Speaks before community and school groups.
- Accepts and receipts program fees.
- Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.
EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Counseling, Social Work or Criminal Justice field required.
EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of one year of experience in Counseling, Social Work or Criminal Justice required
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Fluent in Spanish preferred
- Must successfully pass background check.
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual
• County Retirement Program
• Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership
• Truly inclusive and diverse environment
• Fitness Center (Historic Pueblo Courthouse Building)
• May be eligible for up to 12-weeks Paid Parental Leave Benefits (full-time employees)
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