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    Counselor A - Memphis, United States - Shelby County

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    Position Summary

    This position will be responsible for providing staff supervision and training as well as other related duties/responsibilities as needed.

    Pay Grade: 45

    Salary Commensurate with Experience and Education

    Minimum Qualifications

    100% -

    1.Two (2) years of experience working in a criminal justice environment as an investigator, counselor, social worker, or related; AND

    2.Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social work, or related field; OR

    3.An equivalent combination of related education and/or experience.

    4.PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    1.Conducts interviews, background investigation, and prepares reports/paperwork on defendants with pending/active court cases, and/or make bond presentations as needed.

    2.Works in conjunction with the Unit Supervisor to supervise and coordinate the activities of employees assigned to the 24-hour Jail Release operations.

    3.Works with courts and other related agencies and programs as departmental liaison in identifying clients for release, supervision and other referral needs.

    4.Directs and trains assigned counselors and evaluate their effectiveness.

    5.Organizes and leads team discussions to promote and accommodate unit and departmental needs goals.

    6.Reviews files and paperwork for accuracy and insuring proper responses to any issues and/or discrepancies.

    7.Performs other related duties as required or directed.

    KSA's

    KSAs -

    1.Ability to organize work, set priorities, and monitor details.

    2.Ability to prepare and analyze detailed comprehensive reports.

    3.Ability to work in pressure situations.

    4.Ability to make formal presentations in courtroom settings.

    5.Knowledge of the methods and techniques of counseling and their application.

    6.Knowledge of legal methodology and processing cases.

    7.Ability to maintain and establish meaningful rapport with counselees and subordinates.

    8.Ability to work with various agencies and groups in exchange for information and data.

    Special Requirements

    1.Must be available for shift, weekend, and holiday work as required.

    2.Must be able to work in a jail secured environment.

    3.Must be able to obtain a Special Deputy License.

    Disclaimer

    This position is subject to a background check for any convictions that have a substantial relationship to potential job duties. Only convictions that are substantially related to potential job duties will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.


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