Program Specialist (Project Insight)

Job Overview Administrative and supervisory duties for the Juvenile Services Project Insight Program. Responsibilities Coordinate and implement community service hours and law‑related educational programs. Interview youth and families, explaining program rules and the contract process. Arrange community service work opportunities at work sites and assign educational sessions. Monitor youth compliance with schedules, rules, guidelines, and judicial mandates. Collect and account for user fees from parents, guardians, and participants. Assist in recruiting additional work sites and overseeing Project Specialists assigned to GAP. Ensure all reporting requirements comply with the Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ). Maintain collaborative relationships with multiple agencies. Prepare and maintain statistical records, schedule videos, and administer pre‑ and post‑tests. Process confirmation and termination letters. Mediates disputes and resolves conflicts between youth, parents, and work sites. Develop, organize, and implement new programs and courses, including related forms. Initiate purchases, monitor expenditures, and prepare statistical analyses and special reports. Assist with updates to the Project Insight Program Manual. Ensure compliance with DJJ mandates for contractual agreements and background forms. Present to community, civic, and religious groups and appear in court to give testimony. Collaborate with Court Services Unit Probation Officers to discuss problems and special circumstances. Attend division and department staff meetings. Qualifications High school diploma supplemented by college‑level coursework and 3‑5 years of human services experience. Possession of a valid driver’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Knowledge of counseling procedures and techniques for socially and emotionally maladjusted children. Experience with interviewing techniques and child and adolescent psychology. Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment in meeting non‑routine problems. Strong planning and execution skills to carry out work effectively. Physical ability to operate machinery and equipment, including a calculator and automobile; work is largely sedentary. Additional Information The earliest start date for this position is July 13, 2026. This job is contingent upon successful completion of pre‑employment checks, including criminal history, background, and DMV record checks. #J-18808-Ljbffr