Community Intervention Officer

Virginia Beach Juvenile Probation is seeking a Community Intervention Specialist to provide pre-disposition case management support to children before the VB Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court on criminal or status offenses. This position will ensure children with mental health diagnoses, sexually re-active or aggressive behaviors, substance use and special education needs receive services or interventions needed to stabilize the youth in placement and promote a successful transition back into the community. Duties include interviewing clients to develop action plans, completing reports, making referrals, testifying in court, developing collaborative relationships with VBCPS, Child and Youth Services, Child Welfare, Adult Services, community counselors, non-profit agencies and other community partners. Specifically, the incumbent will be responsible for the following: Provide case management for identified youth. Represent the Court Service Unit on Family Assessment and Planning Team Meetings (FAPT) and VBCSP Truancy Prevention/Intervention Committees. Assist the Court Service Unit in the recruitment, training, and supervision of interns. Conduct face to face assessments to determine risk level, needs, and strengths of juveniles involved in the juvenile justice system. Link to services, resources, and supports identified in the assessment, case plan, and court order. Coordinate services and service planning with other state and city agencies, private providers, schools, and vocational programs and obtains documentation from other providers to ensure continuity of care. Monitor progress, service delivery, physical and mental stability, and consumer satisfaction by providing a minimum of a monthly contact to all individuals on assigned caseload. Provide practical interventions and education to guide juveniles in problem solving strategies and assist in developing a supportive therapeutic relationship. Maintain case documentation and data in compliance with agency guidelines and state regulations. Complete an accurate record of direct and juvenile related services provided on a daily basis. Make comprehensive case presentations to FAPT and Court and attend agency staff meetings, case review meetings, treatment team meetings, supervisory meetings, and trainings as required. Comply with regulations of HIPPA, mandated reporting of abuse and neglect, confidentiality, and other consumer rights. #J-18808-Ljbffr International Executive Service Corps