Position Opening: Pre-Charge Diversion Counselor

Program: Pre-Charge Diversion

Hours: Full-Time or Consultant

Reports to: Director of Youth Services (Executive Director)

Close date: position will remain open until filled

Salary range: $58,000-$62,000 Annualized

SUMMARY

The Pre-Charge Diversion Counselor provides community-based counseling, assessment/referral services, and community service coordination, to youth diverted from the juvenile justice system and their families.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Responsibilities

○ Deliver evidence-based Pre-Charge Diversion programs to parents and clients of St. Paul Youth Services.

○ Provide structured and standardized risk assessment evaluation to diversion clients and customize diversion intervention tailored to the needs of the client.

○ Develop and implement individualized diversion plans for all clients.

○ Work cooperatively with law enforcement, juvenile court, corrections, schools and human service agencies, etc.

○ Present educational workshops for diversion clients and their families.

Administrative Responsibilities

○ Respond to all communication from clients, coworkers, or colleagues in a timely, responsive and professional manner. This includes voicemail, email, and program specific communication as designated.

○ Maintain and enhance your ability and skills by keeping current with pertinent research and program related literature, attending workshops and seminars, and taking advantage of work-related opportunities for learning on the job.

Documentation

○ Develop and maintain competency with basic computer programs and computerized data information system (Apricot) required to complete all functions and expectations of the organization and the specific program(s).

○ Maintain individual client records, and statistical information according to agency standards and specific program protocol.

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Complete various tasks and perform miscellaneous projects as needed by management.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

● Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or Psychology or equivalent experience (REQUIRED)

● Demonstrated success working with youth and families to achieve measurable outcomes (REQUIRED)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

● Ability to work with youth and families from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds

● Strong interpersonal skills and group presentation skills with the ability to relate well to a wide range of people

● Ability to develop positive working relationships with law enforcement

● Ability to work with resistant clients in a court diversion and/or restorative-justice model

● Demonstrated organizational skills, self-motivation and the ability to work as a member of a team

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS NECESSARY TO PERFORM THIS JOB

Applicant must be able to:

● Maintain physical presence and/or remote presence for a full work day

WORK ENVIRONMENT

● In-person/Remote Hybrid

TO APPLY

● Please send cover letter, resume, and three references to spys.admin@spy.org.

● No calls or inquires please.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

● St. Paul Youth Services is an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer. Candidates from underrepresented communities and bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply