Juvenile Services Professional Hourly/On-Call
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Juvenile Services Professional Hourly/On-Call

Boulder County

Job Location : Boulder,CO, USA

Posted on : 2025-08-14T01:08:52Z

Job Description :

Boulder County Community Services Department is seeking to hire multiple Juvenile Services Professionals Hourly/On-Call. The Boulder Juvenile Assessment Center (JAC), a 24/7 facility, is the County's short-term detention and assessment center housing male and female detainees under the age of 18. This is a great opportunity to work directly with at-risk youth and to learn about the Juvenile Justice System in Boulder County, including community partners such as law enforcement, probation department, social services, and the juvenile court. The JAC embraces a strength-based and harm reduction approach to juvenile detention. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a progressive detention setting and have experience or studies in corrections, social work, residential treatment, child advocacy, education, or working with underserved populations. The ideal candidate is also someone who can work in a team-oriented, fast-paced, and trauma-informed environment.

These are hourly, non-benefited positions that will work 8-28 hours per week with a varied/flexible schedule. As these are hourly positions, no set hours are guaranteed. A weekly minimum of one 8-hour shift is required, with up to five shifts per week depending on facility needs and applicant availability. These positions support full-time staff and require availability for evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays. The work will be out of 1777 6th St., Boulder, Colorado. Under FLSA guidelines, these positions are non-exempt (eligible for overtime).

Boulder County requires employees to reside in Colorado as of the first day of work.

Hiring Salary Range: $24.04 - $26.98 per hour

Tentative Hiring Timeline:

  • Phone Screening: Week of August 11th
  • First Round Interviews: Week of August 11th
  • Reference Check: Week of August 11th

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  • Provide a safe and secure facility
  • Attend court and act as a representative of the facility
  • Conduct court-appointed bond commissioner functions
  • Conduct intakes
  • Provide verbal and physical crisis intervention/de-escalation
  • Conduct secure transports
  • Oversee and provide structured programming for youth in custody
  • Conduct perimeter/security checks
  • Administer medications
  • Assist in maintaining inter-agency/community relationships
  • Perform related work as required
  • May be reassigned during emergencies

PLEASE NOTE: When completing your application, describe all relevant education and experience, as applications are assessed based on the required qualifications listed. Resumes and other attachments are not accepted in lieu of completed applications and will not be reviewed during initial screening. Personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If selected to advance, your attachments will then be shared with the hiring team.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Boulder County seeks qualified candidates. Any relevant education and experience are encouraged. A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.

DRIVER'S LICENSE:

  • A valid driver's license and a clean driving record are required.
  • More information regarding a clean driving record can be found here.

BACKGROUND CHECK & FINGERPRINTING:

  • Employment is contingent on passing a background investigation including fingerprinting, a CBI/FBI background check, and a Child Abuse Registry check.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to obtain Crisis Prevention and CPR/First Aid certifications within one year of hire, with annual renewal. Training provided and paid for by the County.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • At least one year of paid or volunteer experience working directly with youth
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish; additional compensation applies for bilingual skills
  • At least 2 years of college coursework in social sciences or related fields

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

  • Action-Oriented: Enjoys working hard, energetic, and proactive in challenging situations
  • Patience: Tolerant, attentive, and understanding of people and data
  • Compassion: Genuinely cares, empathetic, and supportive
  • Cross-Cultural Sensitivity: Respectful and understanding of diverse backgrounds
  • Communication: Clear and effective in various settings
  • Positive Peer Relationships: Collaborative, trustworthy, and team-oriented

Boulder County promotes a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace and prohibits discrimination based on protected statuses.

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