Bauer Family Resources’ rich heritage traces back to 1929 when a probation officer, Grace Bauer, saw the need to provide services that would divert youth from trouble with the law. Though our agency has undergone significant challenges, growth and changes throughout the years, Grace’s original passion, mission and resilience remains at the very heart of Bauer Family Resources. Today, with just 150 employees, Bauer Family Resources is able to impact the lives of over 10,000 individuals every year.

Founded:  1929 Headquartered:  Lafayette, IN
Phone:  (765) 742-5046
Juvenile Justice Specialist
Location:
330 Fountain Street
Lafayette, IN 47901
United States of America
Department:
Youth Services
Full/Part Time:
Workplace Type:
Years of Experience:
0 - 1 Years
Level of Education:
Bachelor's Degree
Shift:

Description:

Summary:  To manage and direct the overall activities of School Court, Shoplifting Workshop, and youth volunteers. Also assists with Bauer after school programming.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.   
 
Recruits, trains and supervises youth volunteers.
 
Develops community support for the program.
 
Assists in the development, planning, and implementation of the goals and objectives of the program.
 
Evaluates program quality, including meeting program objectives and tracking and reporting program evaluation outcomes.
 
Performs serviced learning and public relations activities to youth groups, civic organizations, etc. Provides program materials to community professionals, referral sources, and potential collaborative partners.

Collaborates with Sunnyside Intermediate administration.
 
Maintains records and perform general administrative and clerical duties related to services.
 
Reviews referrals submitted by Sunnyside Administration to determine eligibility of School Court. Refer eligible and/or ineligible youth to appropriate resources for services as necessary.
 
Oversees docket scheduling, trials, and case dispositions to ensure proper court procedures are followed.
 
Maintains a positive relationship with referral sources, including Sunnyside Intermediate Administration/Faculty.  
 
Facilitates inter-agency and intra-agency collaborations that support the Bauer mission.
 
Assists with events as assigned.
 
Assists with special projects or other tasks as required.


Skills:

Must be at least 21 years of old.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree (B. A./B.S.) or equivalent in Human Services and preferred 1-2 years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.  

Language Ability: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Math Ability: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.  

Computer Skills:  To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Word Processing software, Excel spreadsheet software, and Internet software.
 
Certificates & Licenses:  Must possess a valid Indiana driver’s license; must maintain vehicle liability insurance.

Supervisory Responsibilities:  This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Bauer Family Resources, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.


Language Requirements:
Manages Others:
No
Travel Required:
Pay Comments:
Benefits:
Dental Insurance
Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Plan
Life Insurance
Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Savings and Planning
Tuition Assistance
Vision Insurance
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