Program Compliance Officer - Juvenile Justice Post-Adjudication - J29510

Overview

SUMMARY: To provide effective quality, control and compliance audit functions for the Robert N. Barnes Regional Juvenile Facility in accordance with the Texas Juvenile Justice Department standards, departmental policy and procedure, and any other designated programing. Oversees a variety of services provided to the residents. Also evaluates case plans and maintains files.

Provides oversight and maintenance for all administrative compliance factors in conformity with federal, state and local statues, policies, procedures and accreditation standards. Monitors all federal, state and local statues, policies, procedures, accreditation standards and other regulatory or governmental agency standards and ensures compliance.

The employee is required to be on duty before, during and after natural disasters and emergencies, as directed by supervisor.

Applicants must:

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS: Reports to the Mental Health Supervisor. Acts as the Shift Supervisor as assigned in their absence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Consults with Mental Health Supervisor and as needed with the Facility Administrator, Post Adjudication Assistant Supervisor and Case Worker.

Performs in depth audits and reviews all paperwork, case work files and statistical reports to assure appropriate documentation, accuracy, completeness in compliance with Texas Juvenile Justice Department and Nueces County Juvenile Probation standards for Robert N. Barnes Post Adjudication facility, and other department programs.

Works closely with the administrative team in coordination with the Post Adjudication facility and the Mental Health Department regarding matters that are consistent with the philosophy and mission of the department.

Responsible for the department’s preparation for the annual TJJD audits and the department’s annual report.

Maintain and update the department’s Policies and Procedures manual.

Maintain and update the department’s standards and procedures of the program for all related areas including the medical clinic and psychiatric clinic.

Prepare and send admission acceptance letters, reports, memos, surveys, and other administrative tasks as assigned.

Conducts random audits within the different facets of the department, including residents, along with assisting with unannounced site audits at the Post Adjudication facility in accordance with TJJD standards and departmental policy.

Review, monitor and edits all program material/curriculum, along with maintaining the accuracy of the material and any paperwork needed regarding materials/curriculum, etc. for the Post Adjudication facility.

Monitors all federal, state and local statutes, policies, accreditation standards and other regulatory or governmental standards and ensures compliance.

Reviews and evaluates currents programs, policies, procedures, and practices on an on-going basis and amends as needed. Plans and develops policies, procedures and programs to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Monitors Post Adjudication facility workload to ensure that quality services are being provided.

Assures that policies and procedures are followed to maintain the security of the facility.

Inspects the facility for security, safety, and sanitation compliance by staff and/or residents. Submit work orders for repairs.

Designee as the Fire and Safety Officer to include monitoring and maintaining records for fire drills, life safety systems inspections, cleanliness of ventilation systems.

Directing Juvenile Supervision Officers in Post Adjudication facility regarding policy infractions.

Assist the facility PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) Officer.

Provides quality assurance and compliance reviews of current and previous resident files to promote, monitor, and enforce Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) standards.

Maintains records and generates statistical and other reports as required, utilizing manual and automated reporting systems.

Supervises and…