Supervisor Juvenile Caseworker-Juvenile Services

Summary Coordinate and supervise intake and field service probation officers or specialized program probation officers. Provide guidance and support as necessary and carry out probation officer job functions in their absence. Ensure court directives and department policies are achieved. Participate in the development of department policies and procedures, problem‑solving activities, and oversee the delivery of services to the clients under the Department’s supervision. May supervise interns and oversee grants and departmental contracts. Expected to communicate and collaborate with interagency and interstate compact professionals. Ensure compliance with Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) guidelines. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provide in‑service training for intake, court, field service, and specialized program affairs. Assign cases to probation officers. Conduct case audits while reviewing and documenting the progress of all current cases. Assist in developing case‑management plans. Ensure that necessary data is collected for forecasting, statistics, and program evaluation. Ensure court reports are properly prepared for court. Serve as liaison between the Juvenile Probation Department and the courts, social service agencies, law enforcement agencies, schools, and other professional disciplines. Evaluate employees and formulate plans for improvement of performance. Provide coverage and ancillary support for staff absences. Participate in departmental planning meetings and various work groups to develop programs and policies and procedures. Serve on inter‑departmental investigative team to address allegations of abuse and neglect. Coordinate internship program; may supervise and train interns performing student placement through area college and university programs. Provide evaluation and feedback. Perform all other related duties involved in the operation of Juvenile Services as assigned or required. Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three (3) years casework experience. Eligibility for certification by the Texas Juvenile Justice Department. Valid Texas driver’s license and auto liability insurance. Knowledge of applicable statutes. Physical Demands And Work Environment While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend and lift. Potential exists for interactions with unpredictable and potentially violent clients, families and the general public. Benefits Tarrant County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life and long‑term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full‑time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these basic employee benefits and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 13 paid holidays, a wellness program, and more. Note: These benefits are for Tarrant County employees only. #J-18808-Ljbffr