REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Social or Behavioral Science, Social Work, Juvenile Justice, Criminal Justice or closely related field AND
• Four years of progressively responsible experience in juvenile social work, counseling or court services.
• Any combination of related experience and education which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge and ability required to perform the work.

• Knowledge and work experience working with youth on probation or under the control of the Court.
• Knowledge and work with the Administrative Office of the Court (AOC)
• One year of experience with coordinating and supervising programs for high-risk youth

• The successful incumbent must meet the driving requirements of this position and submit a copy a current driving record/abstract (from state of residency) to review for eligibility to drive for Kitsap County prior to employment. The successful incumbent must obtain a valid Washington State Driver's License prior to hire and maintain a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the Kitsap County Vehicle Use Policy. This position is categorized as:
  • Category 1: Driver operates County-owned vehicle.

• The successful incumbent will or may have unsupervised access to children under 18 years of age, a vulnerable adult, or a vulnerable person, or access to a secured/confidential facility or computer system(s). As a result, Kitsap County will be conducting an extensive criminal background check by law enforcement agencies, which may include fingerprinting.
  • Please review the following list of disqualifying crimes and negative actions to determine if you meet our standard for this position: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/ffa/disqualifying-list-crimes-and-negative-actions

• Must pass a multiphase screening to include a criminal history background check through law enforcement agencies, DSHS background check, fingerprinting, a polygraph test, and a psychological examination
• Must be able to fulfill all traveling requirements of this position and meet the qualifications and guidelines of the Fleet Risk Control Policies in the operation of a motor vehicle on County business, including possessing and maintaining a valid Washington State Driver's License and the appropriate amount of automobile insurance
• Must be able to satisfy the training requirements established by RCW 43.101.220 and the Criminal Justice Training Commission and by RCW 13.34.102 and the Office of Administrator for the Courts
• Must meet certification requirements, including Agency Affiliated Counselor and risk assessment certification
• Must pass annual criminal and DSHS background checks

• Possess Agency Affiliated Counselor certification
• Complete Washington State Criminal Justice Training Academy

• The duties in this position are performed in an office setting utilizing standard office equipment, client's homes, or courtroom setting
• May be required to lift at least 20 pounds.
• Incumbents may be exposed to hostile individuals while in the courtroom setting
• Incumbents may be exposed to unsanitary conditions in client's homes.
• Incumbents may be exposed to animals in client's homes (i.e. dogs or cats).

• Conduct pre-sentence, background, restitution and other independent investigations as requested by the courts or as necessary to prepare for case dispositions.
• Prepare pre-sentence reports, declination reports and other dispositional reports for the court and appear in superior or juvenile court to present findings, testimony and offer dispositional recommendations to the judge.
• Prepare, file and distribute motions, declarations, affidavits, warrants and court orders.
• Interview detained youth to address risk to the community, fight risk, and placement issues for recommendations regarding continued detention and conditions of release.
• Present testimony in court for the issuance of warrants for youth in noncompliance with court orders and prepare associated documents for the judge.
• Act as Guardian ad Litem or custody investigator in dependency actions or superior court matters, such as dissolutions, non-parental petitions for custody, paternity, domestic violence and adoptions.
• Complete background and reference checks for volunteers.
• Develop and implement appropriate AOC-approved training curriculum and updates to CASA volunteers.
• Submit detailed facts, conclusions and recommendations regarding all substantive issues to the court as to the child's best interest, striving to establish a permanent plan of care for children under jurisdiction of the court.
• Supervise a caseload of adjudicated youth offenders to assure compliance and completion of court-ordered requirements including financial and community restitution, detention time and treatment programs.
• Conduct announced and unannounced home visits with the family and youth and gather evidence when necessary.
• Complete youth risk assessments on all youth who have been adjudicated of an offense and placed on community supervision to identify further program eligibility and develop case plan and goals.
• Complete in-house diversions in lieu of filing formal charges and entering formal court proceedings.
• Coordinate with Interstate Compact to conduct home evaluations and supervision of out-of-state youth, request supervision of youth by other states and complete paperwork for extradition.
• Prepare case files, set hearings and notify parties of their rights and the court process and participate in probable cause, detention, arraignments, disposition, declination, shelter care, review and permanency hearings and all other dependency court matters.
• Participate, coordinate and prepare all orders in dependency fact-finding trials and terminations of parental rights.
• Refer youth to appropriate social services agencies working closely with Juvenile Rehabilitation Administration to provide supervision to youth on probation or parole.
• Assist youth in maintaining compliance with court-ordered conditions of probation and verify youth participation, compliance and completion.
• Maintain relationships with schools to discuss academic performance, behavioral and attendance issues and explore solutions with legal guardians and youth.
• Compile, analyze and maintain complete, detailed and accurate case records and records of contact information obtained relative to each individual case and assessment referral.

• Who May Apply: This position is open to the public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills.
• This position is classified as non-exempt and eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
• This position is represented by AFSCME-1308JC and is covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the union. Employees joining the union will be required to pay union dues through payroll deduction. Internal applicants should be aware that a change in union status or bargaining unit may impact your benefits and accruals. Please contact Human Resources if you have questions.
• Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office.
• This recruitment is being used to fill an existing open position, and may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months.
• Work hours for this position are Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Alternate schedules are available, as approved by management.

Kitsap County Benefits- AFSCME 1308 Juvenile Courts
There are a wide variety of benefits available to Kitsap County employees. Please visit our benefits website at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Health%20Benefits.aspx for specific information regarding the following benefits:

• Medical and vision- Kaiser or Aetna "Most County Plans"
• Dental – Delta Dental of Washington or Willamette Dental Group
• Life Insurance – Basic, Optional Voluntary Term Life or Accidental Death and Dismemberment – Standard Insurance Company
• Wage Works Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA)
• AFLAC
• Wellspring Employee Assistance Program – https://www.wellspringeap.org/
• Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b)
• PERS State Retirement Plan - http://www.drs.wa.gov/member/systems/pers/
• MetLife Disability Coverage
• Annual (vacation) leave and Sick leave Accruals (Select the annual and sick leave link on the benefits website).