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TEXAS JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT TJJD - Program Specialist VI - Program Development Specialist - (GID) - 42924 in Giddings, Texas

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00042924 You may apply to the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work In Texas and CAPPS Career Section

HOW TO APPLY Complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the following additional forms (available at http://www.tjjd.texas.gov/index.php/doc-library/category/304-forms): TJJD Employment Application Supplement (HR-003) Child Abuse Registry Check Consent Form (HR-028) Disclosure of PREA Employment Standards Violation (HR-975) Authorization to Release Information (HR-074) Failure to complete and submit the above forms will cause delays in your consideration for this position. Apply Online at https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/644/jobdetail.ftl?job=00042924tz=GMT-05:00 and attach to the application the above additional forms along with copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214). Apply through Work-In-Texas at https://www.workintexas.com/vosnet/loginintro.aspx. You will also need to complete and attach to the application the supplemental questions/forms indicated above along with a copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214). The additional forms are available at: http://www.tjjd.texas.gov/index.php/doc-library/category/304-forms) and can be submitted via email to: HRJobs@TJJD.Texas.gov. PLEASE NOTE Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment (month year), supervisors name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information. Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and any other requirements listed under Minimum Qualifications. BENEFITS State of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov. Benefits include: Retirement plan, paid group health life insurance for employee, paid holidays, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance program, employee assistance program. Optional add-on benefits include: Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary ADD Insurance, Dependent Health Life insurance, Health Dependent care flexible spending accounts, etc. Additionally, certain designated positions are eligible for hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and free meals while on duty. GENERAL DESCRIPTION Performs highly advanced (senior level) consultative services and technical assistance work. Work involves in-class training and on-the-job training to facility staff (both new hire and veteran staff) in regards to Texas Model 2.0. Coordinates Texas Model 2.0 training with an emphasis on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills. Focuses on creating and maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment for senior staff and ensures staff are able to implement Texas Model 2.0 strategies. Manages the training of DBT skills and review of behavior chains. Works collaboratively with facility administration and staff to troubleshoot Texas Model 2.0 training pitfalls and works with staff who are struggling with implementing skills/routines. Maintains communications with the Director of Training, Juvenile Justice Training Academy (JJTA) management, facility dministration, and other internal stakeholders to support the needs of staff in regards to Texas Model 2.0 implementation. Utilizes a blended learning approach to effectively train both new hires and veteran staff on Texas Model concepts. Works with treatment department and facility to ensure all new staff are trained on delivery of skills groups, nurture groups, and behavior chains. Works with facility leadership to help provide support to staff who are struggling with implementing routines and Texas Model 2.0 concepts. Acts as a resource for staff to assist with program needs, which may include, but is not limited to providing refresher trainings, training materials, training on skills groups, training on nurture groups, as well as facilitating DBT skills groups, participating in FIT TEAM, and providing other resources for staff. Work involves assisting in establishing structured safety and goals/objectives; adhering to all guidelines, procedures, rules, and regulations; and establishing priorities, standards, and measuring tools for determining progress in meeting operational goals. Works under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. May be required to work alternating shifts, work in excess of 40 hours per work week, be on-call, and travel occasionally. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Serves as a trainer, coach, mentor, and role model for Texas Model 2.0 skills with a heavy emphasis on DBT skills and behavior chains. This includes both new hire and on-going trainings. Works with facility administration to assist in remedial training that may be needed by a JCO and develop an action plan for completion. Reasonable effort made for length of time required for demonstration before corrective action or remedial training is recommended or required. Facilitate a minimum of four DBT skills groups weekly and also observe and monitor skills groups and nurture groups. Collaborates with subject matter experts and JJTA management staff in the development, delivery, and evaluation of training programs specifically related to Texas Model 2.0 concepts with an emphasis on DBT. Coordinates Texas Model 2.0 training schedule with appropriate team and facility leadership or their designee as directed and approved by JJTA management. Works with facility training team to provide Texas Model 2.0 training to new hires, including training for nurture groups and skills group training. Ensures DBT group facilitators are trained and provides guidance for skills groups, nurture groups, and behavior chains. Works with facility leadership to provide ongoing OJT and Texas Model 2.0 training in dorm shift meetings, management meetings, and town hall meetings. Trains staff on how to perform the behavior chain analysis. Reviews and gives feedback on behavior chain analysis. Reports any presence or perception of racial, ethnic, and gender disparities and recommends actions to address disparities. Performs a variety of related duties not listed, to be determined, and assigned as needed. Performs all duties in compliance with agency safety policies and procedures Reports safety hazards and corrects hazards when possible Completes required documentation in the event of an accident/injury within requested time frames Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency attendance and leave policies. Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelors degree. Four (4) years of full-time wage-earning experience providing direct care services for juveniles in a correctional program or a program dealing with at-risk youth. OR High School Diploma or

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