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Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!
Responsible for the recruitment of new mentors and public relations, such as volunteer fairs, recruitment events at churches, businesses, social organizations.
Oversees and supervises the Mentor Caseworker and the duties listed in managing the detention center mentor caseload.
Provides orientation and interviews members of the community to become possible mentors for the juveniles involved with the Fort Bend County Juvenile Department.
Communicates with the probation officers and the parent/guardian of the youth referred to the mentoring program.
Intentionally builds a mentorship network. Builds and maintains relationships in the community. Actively participates in community events.
Monitors, nurtures, and updates the case files and JCMS during the entire mentor/youth assignment.
Provides one-to-one mentorship to youth as needed or to those not matched with a mentor.
Assists with the caseloads for mentors that currently have a youth in JLA and Bridge Programs.
Attends monthly meetings and participates in activities for the Fort Bend Community Prevention Coalition and United Way Fort Bend Connect.
Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
High School/GED; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
4 years experience with juveniles in a secure facility or a residential treatment facility.
Good computer and organizational skills; ability to complete assigned projects in a timely manner.
Strong verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees and elected officials.
SALARY RANGE: $31.63 - $47.45 hourly based on qualifications
CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position
*This position is eligible for additional compensation based upon state supplement and certification pay.
For certain positions requiring certification, state standards shall disqualify an applicant if their criminal history reveals:
1) A felony conviction against the laws of this state, another state, or the United States within the past 10 years; a deferred adjudication for a felony against the laws of this state, another state, or the United States within the past 10 years or current felony probation or parole; or
2) A jailable misdemeanor conviction against the laws of this state, another state or the United States within the past 5 years; a deferred adjudication for a jailable misdemeanor against the laws of this state, another state, or the United States within the past 5 years or current misdemeanor probation or parole.
All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.
Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.
For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply
Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.
Located just southwest of the City of Houston, Fort Bend has a long history which began when a small log fort was built on the banks of the Brazos River to help protect the settlers moving onto Stephen F. Austin's original Mexican land grants. In fact, the county draws its name from that small fort built in the early 1800s and the small settlement around it, that in 1837 became the county seat of Richmond, Texas. Today, Fort Bend is one of the fastest growing counties in Texas and the United States with a current population exceeding 600,000.
Whether you are a resident, a prospective resident or just someone surfing the web, spend some time here and get to know more about Fort Bend County, Texas. We are a leading example of successful diversity in the community and in the workplace. It's a great place to live and work!
Fort Bend County is looking for motivated people that love coming to work, dare to do their best, want to work with like-minded people, and and help change the community. Our employees are offered competitive pay and amazing benefits.
If you are interested in searching and applying for a great employment opportunity, please visit at our website: www.fortbendcounty.jobs
