BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Date of Study: November 4, 2019 – November 7, 2019
Collective Bargaining Identification: R06
Job Analysis Conducted By: Cheryl McKinzie, Selection Analyst, Office of Workforce Planning, Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
Number of Incumbents: There are 43 budgeted positions and 32 incumbents in this classification per the State Controller’s Office Filled/Vacant Position Report dated November 2019.
EDITED TASK LISTING
NOTE: Each position within this classification may perform some or all of these tasks.
Task Statements:
1. Review and assess youth case history clinic documents, court records, mental health/medical reports, probation reports, education records, risk/needs assessment, etc., to develop an Individual Case Plan (ICP) and re-entry plan in accordance with laws and regulations, Division of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) policy and procedures.
2. Provide necessary casework guidance to Youth Correctional Counselors (YCCs) by using principles of Integrated Behavior Treatment Model (IBTM) to ensure appropriate treatment interventions and programs for youth in accordance with the laws and regulations, and DJJ policy and procedures.
3. Act as a lead in the multi-disciplinary team by providing technical review and guidance to ensure quality casework services are met by the YCC using the principles of IBTM, as required.
4. Provide guidance and/or counseling to youth using motivational interviewing techniques during case conferences and/or individual counseling for the purpose of monitoring and evaluating progress in support of the rehabilitative model, as required.
5. Conduct comprehensive interviews (e.g., family, and various stakeholders), using motivational interviewing techniques to develop an individual treatment and re-entry plan for successful integration into the community in accordance with DJJ policy and procedures.
6. Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary treatment team to provide the necessary casework guidance, technical review of evidenced based practices and develop new treatment programs using the principles of IBTM in accordance with DJJ policy and procedures.
7. Prepare and/or edit case reports (e.g., Annual Review Reports, Discharge Consideration Hearing reports, Transfer Summaries, Addendums to casework reports, etc.) using case files and Ward Information Network (WIN) to document youth’s progress in accordance with the rules, laws, and regulations, DJJ policy and procedures
8. Provide guidance and/or counseling to assist the youth to gain insight into their criminogenic needs to promote pro-social behavior using evidence based practices and motivational interviewing techniques in accordance with DJJ policy and procedures.
9. Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary treatment team to evaluate youth progress and make a recommendation regarding discharge from DJJ’s jurisdiction by presenting case reports to the Board of Juvenile Hearings (BJH) and/or Juvenile Justice Administrative Committee (JJAC) in accordance with the laws/regulations, DJJ policy and procedures.
10. Participate as a member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team to assist with the development of the youth’s re-entry plan by consulting with community based providers and state agencies in accordance with DJJ policy and procedures.
11. Train/model/coach the YCCs using the principles/techniques of IBTM in the preparation of youth for discharge in accordance with laws/regulations, DJJ policy and procedures.
12. Monitor casework practices of YCCs that support the rehabilitative model to prepare youth for successful reintegration into the community in accordance with laws and regulations and DJJ policy and procedures.
13. Provide ongoing training/feedback to the YCCs to ensure the delivery of services to the youth in accordance with laws and regulations and DJJ policy and procedures.
14. Review/present Discharge Case Report to the BJH by using WIN and case conference information to ensure accurate documentation, hearing presentation with timeframes and Ward Disability Program (WDP) representation in accordance with DJJ policy and procedures.
15. Utilize the current assessment tool to identify the risks/needs, skills and strengths to recommend placement into education/vocation/employment training programs, etc., in accordance with DJJ policy and procedures.
16. Supervise the conduct of youth committed to DJJ to ensure safety and security of staff, and the public using correctional awareness of the surroundings and various alarm systems in accordance with Title 15, laws, regulations, and DJJ policy and procedures.
17. Inspect DJJ facilities to prevent escapes and injury by youth to themselves, others, or property by ensuring compliance with mandated safety regulations, correctional awareness of the surroundings and various alarm systems in accordance with Title 15, laws, regulations, and DJJ policy and procedures.
18. Maintain security of working areas and work materials in DJJ facilities by ensuring compliance with mandated safety regulations, identifying and confiscating contraband, and inspecting all areas and various alarm systems, in accordance with Title 15, laws, regulations, and DJJ policy and procedures.
19. Inspect/search DJJ facilities, youth or visitors for contraband to ensure compliance with mandated safety regulations by using correctional awareness of the surroundings and various alarm systems in accordance with Title 15, laws, regulations, and DJJ policy and procedures.
20. Participate as a member of the multi-disciplinary team to address youth’s anti-social behavior during the Disciplinary Decision Making-System (DDMS) process in accordance with laws, regulations, and DJJ policy and procedures.
21. Review/assess prior criminal behavioral patterns to prepare case histories using the principles of IBTM in accordance with laws, regulations, and DJJ policy and procedures.
22. Track notification and registration requirements/mandates to ensure deadlines are met using WIN, and file reviews in accordance with laws, regulations, and DJJ policy and procedures.
23. Reviews/edit/prepare case reports to provide accurate information for case management using computer programs, reference materials, living unit/field files, police reports, in accordance with laws, regulations, DJJ policy and procedures.
24. Collaborate with law enforcement, legal entities, public agencies and the community by attending and facilitating meetings (e.g., briefings, gang and other related conferences, training sessions, schools, stakeholder meetings, etc.) to promote public awareness and safety using the exchange of information from meetings and conferences in accordance with DJJ policy and procedures.
25. Enforce compliance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide appropriate accommodations using the medical/mental health and education data in accordance with laws and regulations, DJJ policy and procedures.
26. Review/update data for tracking purposes to ensure accurate information is entered by using the WIN, case histories, and informational databases in accordance with DJJ policy and procedures.
27. Review gang registration requirements to conduct initial interview with youth to ensure prescribed mandates are met using DJJ forms and databases in accordance with laws and regulations and DJJ policy and procedures.
28. Conduct initial interview with youth assigned to a living unit to ensure prescribed mandates are met using DJJ forms and WIN in accordance with the laws and regulations and DJJ policy and procedures.
29. Participate/conduct various in-service trainings, meetings and/or committees to facility staff to ensure the principles of IBTM and mandates are met in accordance with DJJ policy and procedures.
30. Conduct, facilitate, and monitor evidence based treatment resource groups in order ensure prescribed mandated services are met.
Tasks highlighted in bold text are not currently on the SPB classification specification
EDITED KSAPC LISTING
NOTE: Each position within this classification may perform some or all of these KSAPCs.
Knowledge of:
K1. Basic knowledge of the principles, techniques, and trends in rehabilitation and casework to effectively accomplish the mission of the Division of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).
K2. Basic knowledge of gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, antisocial/delinquent subcultures, disability, etc., to meet the needs of the youthful offender population.
K3. Basic knowledge of the youth risk/needs and rehabilitative model principles utilized in the supervision and rehabilitation of youth to identify criminogenic factors.
K4. Basic knowledge of the laws and case law pertaining to youth to effectively accomplish the mission of the DJJ.
K5. Basic knowledge of the organizations, facilities, and services of public and private welfare and employment agencies available to youth to assist in their successful reintegration into the community.
K6. Basic knowledge of the functions and procedures of Federal, State, County, and municipal law enforcement agencies affecting youth to ensure successful reintegration.
K7. Basic knowledge of employment services and opportunities in California and facilities available for instruction, training and placement of youth to assist in their successful reintegration into the community.
K8. Comprehensive knowledge of vocational and educational programs/opportunities to assist youth in successful reintegration into the community.
K9. Basic knowledge of the functions and procedures of Interstate Compact to support the youth’s reintegration process.
K10. Basic knowledge of the organization and functions of the Board of Juvenile Hearings (BJH) and the Juvenile Justice Administrative Committee (JJAC) to adhere to DJJ policies and mandates.
K11. Basic knowledge of the probation process, including reentry, to assist youth in their successful reintegration into the community.
K12. Basic knowledge of laws of arrest, rules of evidence and court procedures required to effectively accomplish the mission of the DJJ.
K13. Basic knowledge of the continuum of care services available to assist DJJ youth from commitment through discharge.
K14. Comprehensive knowledge of peace officer duties and responsibilities of DJJ employees as defined in the Penal Code to effectively accomplish the mission of the DJJ.
K15. Basic knowledge of the policies and procedures of DJJ that have been affected by court decisions to effectively address the rights of youth.
K16. Basic knowledge of the Integrated Behavioral Treatment Model (IBTM) principles to effectively provide the totality of the team approach to accomplish the mission and the values of DJJ.
K17. Basic knowledge of assessments, case planning, and interventions to address the individualized treatment needs of the youth.
KSAPCs highlighted in bold text are not currently on the SPB classification specification
Ability to:
A1. Relate to youths to gain the interest, respect, and cooperation of youth and successfully reintegrate them back into the community and ensure public safety.
A2. Utilize motivational interviewing techniques to gain the interest, respect, and cooperation of youth.
A3. Communicate and network with individuals, agencies and stakeholders that provide programs and services to youth to successfully reintegrate them back into the community.
A4. Establish and maintain effective working relationships to provide information and direction as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
A5. Analyze situations accurately to determine and implement an effective course of action.
A6. Accurately prepare/review case reports (e.g., board reports, discharge reports, placement plans, etc.) to document critical data/information for litigation, communication, and program status.
A7. Accurately and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to provide information and direction to meet the department’s mission, values, and goals.
A8. Organize and prioritize tasks to adhere to timeframes and deadlines in accordance with laws and regulations, and DJJ policies and procedures.
A9. Use and operate computerized equipment to create documents, queries, input, retrieve and update database information to monitor, track and supervise youth caseload.
KSAPCs highlighted in bold text are not currently on the SPB classification specification
Personal Characteristics:
PC1. Demonstrate interest and respect for the dignity of individuals to support the mission of the DJJ.
PC2. Demonstrate investment in the rehabilitation of youth by utilizing active listening skills.
PC3. Demonstrate the ability to gain knowledge and understanding of the dynamics of antisocial/delinquent subcultures
PC4. Demonstrate an understanding and acceptance of various racial, ethnic, gender, disability, sexual orientation and cultural differences.
PC5. Demonstrate willingness to work with various racial, ethnic, gender, disability, sexual orientation, socio-economic populations and cultural differences.
PC6. Demonstrate willingness to travel and work irregular hours to perform necessary job duties.
PC7. Demonstrate behavior indicative of a law-abiding citizen in support of DJJ’s missions and values.
PC8. Demonstrate tolerance and tact to communicate and interact professionally with others.
PC9. Demonstrate stability, integrity and maturity to respond in a professional manner.
PC10. Demonstrate reliability to effectively accomplish the mission of the DJJ.
PC11. Maintain a professional appearance as a representative of the DJJ.
PC12. Demonstrate organizational and multi-tasking skills.
KSAPCs highlighted in bold text are not currently on the SPB classification specification