Intensive Supervision Officer - Horry County
State of South Carolina
- Horry County, SC
- $37,860-70,054 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.
JOB PURPOSE:Under limited supervision by the County Services Supervisor or County Director, assists in the development and implementation of Intensive Supervision services to juveniles and their families to provide juveniles Pre and Post services to address needs, positive skill development, victim services, and empowerment for success.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Serves as the Intensive Supervision Officer for juveniles as assigned.Supervises intake, probation, and parole cases at moderate or intensive levels of supervision according to agency policy, procedures, and supervision charts.Provides a comprehensive screening and assessment of youth needs to identify and implement appropriate interventions based on needs and risks.Develops community partnerships and resources to meet the needs of the youth.Provides alternatives to incarceration through the use of graduated responses while promoting community safety.Promotes the use of electronic monitoring, STAP, and other graduated responses.Promotes job readiness in youth.Promotes restorative justice practices to address the repair of harm/compensation to victims and the community.Maintains case files including JJMS data entry in accordance with agency policy.Prepares reports as requested or required.Remains familiar with and knowledgeable on all aspects of the case.
Participates in job-related training and workshops for professional growth.Performs all other related duties as requested or required.STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: A bachelor's degree and related experience.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge of federal/state laws and regulations about juvenile offenders and the juvenile justice system.Knowledge of the objective, techniques, and practices of the juvenile justice intake and supervision functions.Ability to develop, enhance, and work with community collaborative initiatives.Ability to organize and maintain a caseload.Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.Ability to facilitate and broker services for juveniles, their families, and victims.Ability to utilize a wide range of graduated responses.Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and other MS applications.This position will report to a Community Services Supervisor or County Director.Annually scheduled performance review: information conferences as required or requested.Works well with a diverse team.Works independently or in a group with some discretion when needed.Self-starter capable of operating under limited supervision.This position performs jobs relating to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice and the employee may have direct and indirect contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided.Some overnight travel for training as needed.Must be able to drive and travel throughout the state.Must be able to physically lift up to 25 lbs.AGENCY PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences, criminal justice, or related field and two (2) years of experience in strength-based case management, work with community-based programs, intake case management, probation, intensive case management, criminal justice or equivalent related experience.Note: If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position. Salary may vary depending on experience and qualifications. Candidates must present documentation of their attainment of a college degree(s) at the time of the interview.Documentation must be an official or unofficial copy of the college transcript or a Letter of Verification of Degree from the institution's Registrar's Office. If the candidate selected for the position provided an unofficial copy, it must be replaced with an official copy on or before the HR processing date.The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health, dental, and life insurance
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
- 15 days of sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs
- Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave