Shift Supervisor

About the Residential Services:

The Residential Services Division consists of a Juvenile Detention Center and two post-adjudicated facilities. The facilities house youth who are awaiting court and youth who are placed into the department’s custody by the juvenile courts. The facilities provide direct care and supervision for all youth placed with the department along with providing mental health and behavioral treatment programs. 

About the Position:
The Shift Supervisor manages the daily operations of the Harris County Juvenile Probation Department's Residential Facilities. The goal of the Shift Supervisor is to facilitate an environment that encourages and promotes positive change, while providing a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment for the youth place in the custody of the Harris County Juvenile Probation Department. 

• Manages the daily operations of the facility. Directly supervises Unit Supervisors, Youth Development Coaches and Support Staff of the facility. 
• Must ensure adequate staff coverage according to ratios mandated by the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.
• Ensures departmental policies and procedures are adhered to by staff members while carrying out the daily program schedule. Addresses policy and procedure violations by coaching and training staff members.
• Reviews and generate documents, which includes but is not limited to: Incident reports, logs, payroll forms, worker's compensation forms, etc. Must ensure that all documentation is submitted within allotted time frames.
• Communicates with visitors, families, volunteers, vendors, and other agencies that conduct business within the facility.
• Enters detailed documentation in the departmental electronic database.
• Conducts internal investigations and report findings to the Facility Administrator and Assistant Facility Administrator and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution.
• Five (5) years of full-time paid experience in casework, counseling, community or group work in a social service, community, corrections, or juvenile agency that deals with offenders or disadvantaged persons with one (1) year of supervisory experience in a residential setting.

• Bachelor's degree in Criminology, Corrections, Social Sciences or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Two (2) years of full-time paid experience. 

• Must possess basic computer and writing skills.
• Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures and TJJD Standards.
• Ability to establish working relationships with the public and staff members.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information.
• Possess the ability to work positively, effectively and constructively with high at- risk residents in situations involving considerable stress.
• Must maintain professional behavior, communicating and interacting appropriately with others at all times.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an active certification as a Juvenile Supervision Officer in accordance with TJJD requirements.
• This position is considered light work. Must have the ability to lift and carry up to to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force consistently.
• Must be 21 years of age.

• Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License with appropriate liability auto insurance coverage. 

• Upon receiving a conditional job offer, every applicant undergoes a criminal background check, drug screening and psychological assessment.
• Employees who hold this position are required to possess and maintain a valid Texas Driver's license. Employee must maintain liability insurance in at least the minimum amounts required by law.
• Certified copies of transcripts of educational credentials and/or college credits will be required during hiring process.
• All applicants are required to present evidence of a tuberculosis (TB) skin test. In the event of a positive test, the applicant will be required to provide additional documentation.
• Every employee is subject to random testing for drug and alcohol or if there is a reasonable suspicion to believe that the employee is under the influence of a substance prohibited by this policy while in the course and scope of employment.
• If public emergency is declared by county, staff could be assigned to other duties and/or facilities and/or under the supervision of another county department.
• Must be at least 21 years old.

About Harris County Juvenile Probation (HCJPD)

The Harris County Juvenile Probation Department (HCJPD) is committed to the protection of the public utilizing intervention strategies that are community-based, family-oriented, and least restrictive while emphasizing responsibility and accountability of both parent and child. HCJPD provides supervision and services to youth between the ages of 10 and 17, who are under the jurisdiction of the Juvenile Court. HCJPD is the largest juvenile probation department in Texas with approximately 1,100 employees and over 3,500 youth referred to the department annually. 
• Make an impact: Working for HCJPD provides the opportunity to serve your community and be a positive role model for young people. Our pace of work enables fast learning and fosters an environment where you can make a positive impact. 
• Professional Growth: We are committed to growing the capabilities of our staff by building a learning community where you can work with diverse individuals, explore new ways of thinking, and expand your skills. Our employees are Juvenile Justice Practitioners who share their knowledge to enhance each other’s growth. 

Harris County Juvenile Probation Department - Be an Agent of Change:

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• Regular Full-time | This is considered an essential staff position.

• 40 Hours | Varies - Includes Weekends as needed.

  • Hours will be discussed during departmental interview.

Salary:

• $80,433.60 Annually

• Depends on Qualifications

• Based on 26 pay periods

• HCLA (9120 Katy Hockley Rd. Katy, TX 77493)

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.

Salary : $80,434