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Jail Navigator/Smith County
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What they do
A Probation Officer or Correctional Treatment Specialist supervises criminal offenders who have been placed on probation as part of a court sentence. Meets with offenders and families, monitors activities, and checks to see that the terms of the probation are being followed. Arranges social services for the offender such as drug rehab or job training; writes reports and recommendations to the court.
$55,777 / year median in Texas
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Jail Navigator/Smith County Andrews Center - 3.4 Tyler, TX Job Details Full-time 2 days ago Qualifications Driver's License Full Job Description Requires a bachelor's degree in psychology, criminal justice or Human Services Field from an accredited college/university. Prefer previous mental health work experience with adult consumers with an emphasis on assessment and referral coordination. Familiarity with the criminal justice system is a plus. Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License and be an insurable driver. Will work with inmates identified as having mental health issues either in the jail or being brought to the jail. This person will serve as a liaison between incarcerated inmates, the judicial system, families and other resources. Duties will include performing assessments to determine most appropriate level of care, obtaining social and medical history, assessing their social support network, working with families and coordinating a Release Plan to insure a smooth transition to the community upon release. Full Time Tyler/Smith County Great Benefits