About Job

General Description

Under general supervision, performs work of considerable difficulty in the field of community corrections with juvenile offenders. Professionals in this class counsel, supervise, process, record, evaluate and make recommendations on all incoming referrals and/or juveniles held in detention.

The position requires shift work consisting of working weekends, holidays, evenings, nights, and overtime.

Essential Functions

All duties as delineated in the Senior Juvenile Counselor Job Description apply.
Functions as shift lead.
Assigns team members to pods.
Influences the work of others by acting as a lead worker, shift leader or by performing specialized duties.
May provide back-up duties to staff or supervisors in their absence.
Assists in the operation of the division in current and ongoing projects.
Works with management to help improve policies, procedures, and standards.
Forms productive and constructive relationships with clients, judiciary, staff, management, and ancillary agencies.
Assists staff when Unit Manager is unavailable.

May be responsible for:

Training team members
Training and working in Central Control
Coordinating training/mentoring/coaching
Completing intakes

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities, programs, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time.

Knowledge Skills Abilities and Education Required

Identifies and recommends realistic methods and/or procedures to enhance overall division effectiveness and efficiency.
Exhibits an ability to complete a variety of assignments.
Demonstrates problem solving skills.
Demonstrates a variety of skills that contribute to effective service delivery.
Work effectively with all cases and assignments.
Possesses a working knowledge of the justice system, relevant laws, court rules, administrative orders, Administrative Office policies and procedures, and the operation of the assigned unit.
Handles challenging caseloads.
Manages multiple priorities.
Recognizes and diagnoses problems and demonstrates competent problem-solving and decision-making skills on a continuing basis.
Demonstrates a continuing awareness of system issues and needs and brings them to the attention of management.
Demonstrates competent written and verbal communications.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

Completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferably with major course work in criminal justice, law enforcement, sociology, psychology, or related field.
Certification from the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts.
Minimum of 5 years working in probation, criminal justice, or social service field preferred.

Other Qualifications

Must be a United States citizen.
Must be a resident of Illinois.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Must pass a background check.

Physical Requirements

Ability to restrain juveniles once properly trained.
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
May involve long periods sitting and driving in a car.

Supplemental Information

Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package. Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County!

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam. Only employees who have completed the probationary period are eligible for a transfer or promotion.

Lake County is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal