ST. PAUL YOUTH SERVICES (SPYS)
Position Opening: Pre-Charge Diversion Counselor
Position 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.
Program: Pre-Charge Diversion
Position Status: Full-time employee or consultant
Compensation: $58,000-$62,000 annualized
Reports to: Director of Youth Services (Executive Director)
Close date: position will remain open until filled
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.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Desired 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
No calls or inquires please.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
St. Paul Youth Services is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from underrepresented communities and bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
ABOUT ST. PAUL YOUTH SERVICES
To improve our community’s collective ability to engage and support all youth, St. Paul Youth Services (SPYS) partners directly with young people to build skills and resources to achieve their goals; guides nonprofits, schools, and public agencies in transforming their practices and cultures to be more youth-centric; and amplifies youth voice in public policy - all to achieve measurably more positive and equitable outcomes for our youth. Click here to learn more: www.spys.org