Juvenile Services Facilitator II

Description

Who We Are

Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region’s unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms.

Perks of the Gunnison Valley

"The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails, too. You’ll find great restaurants, shopping, arts and events in the valley’s unique mountain towns" For more information on what the valley offers, visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte website here.

Benefits

• Housing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage 

• Vacation Leave: based on years of service starting at 8 hours/month 

• Sick Leave: 8 hours for each month of service 

• 16 hours of personal leave 

• Dependent Care FSA 

• FSA and HSA 

• Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance 1x Annual Salary 

• Employer Paid Norton LifeLock Membership 

• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, including spouse and children 

• Employee Assistance Program 

• Mandatory 401(a) 3% Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement. 

• 401(a) 3% Employer Contribution match 

• Voluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement. 

• 457(b) Up to a 3% Employer Contribution match 

• Discounted Pet Insurance, and Gym Memberships

Job Summary 

This position provides cross-functional team facilitation to support and enhance the efforts of youth and their families/caregivers, system workers who are part of the support team, and other individuals in a variety of environments. Provides facilitation, assessment, and case management services including all related documentation for services planned and provided. This position will work in the Juvenile Services office, school, family’s home and a variety of community and/or treatment settings. Facilitator II coordinates services with an understanding of the complexity of each family while blending the clinical care of the youth. This position is responsible for supporting key actions of the Collaborative Management Program (CMP) and Restorative Justice work within Juvenile Services. This position focuses on the engagement of parents, youth and community agencies to help build capacity and impact of the overall programs. Additionally, this position facilitates restorative conferencing within all Juvenile Services’ programs including Choice Pass, Diversion, law enforcement and school partnerships. This position also works within the FAST program and obtains all referrals for the Individual Services and Staff Team (ISST), facilitates the ISST meetings, works directly with families process and provides case management, as needed.

Pay Rate 

 The starting hourly range is from $30.36 to $34.57, depending on experience, plus full benefits. 

*The County pays monthly on the last week day of the month.*

View the full job description here. 

Hiring Manager

Kari Commerford 

Email: KCommerford@gunnisoncounty.org  

Anticipated Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license.

• Must complete ICS 100 and ICS 200 within the first year of employment.

Qualifications/Education

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, Sociology or other related field required.

• Master’s degree in counseling or related field or four years of related work experience OR

Equivalent combination of education and experience 

Knowledge/Skills

• Bilingual - English and Spanish Speaking (Required)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Facilitation skills and training

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

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