What You’ll Do- Gather background information from schools, police, and other agencies to identify behavioral and emotional concerns- Conduct assessment interviews with children and families to understand their needs and recommend appropriate treatment alternatives- Provide crisis intervention and follow-up support to children and parents- Manage cases, prepare reports and progress summaries, and coordinate referrals to community programs- Consult with community service providers and explain available program services and procedures to families- Help recruit, train, and support volunteers- Depending on your assignment, advise community partners on delinquency prevention programming and participate in recreational activities, extracurricular outings, or work details with youth- Work an adjusted schedule that may include early mornings, evenings, and weekends, and respond to emergencies during off-duty hours- Use County and department software to document services and complete assignmentsWhy You’ll Love It Here- Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families through individualized support and guidance- Help strengthen the community by supporting delinquency prevention and connecting youth with positive opportunities- Collaborate with schools, community organizations, volunteers, and other partners who support youth and families- Apply your assessment, crisis intervention, and case management skills to varied and meaningful work- See the impact of your work as you help families access resources and youth move toward their goals Minimum Qualifications . Performs a variety of public relations functions within each community to ensure the continuation or expansion of existing community-funded delinquency prevention programs, including preparing reports on program activities, speaking before local officials, media and community groups, and preparing news releases.