NEOGOV · 20 hours ago
JP Court Liaison
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$47K/yr - $53K/yr
1+ years expNEOGOV is part of Harris County Resources for Children and Adults, which has been providing support services since 1966. The JP Court Liaison is responsible for overseeing social service referrals for at-risk youth and families in JP Courts, advocating for prevention measures and ensuring ethical standards in service delivery.
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Responsibilities
Serves as a liaison to initiate and maintain communication between various state and county stakeholders and other related organizations
Provides background information and presents recommendations for developing a plan of service to JP court personnel or Assistant District Attorney regarding case disposition
Travels to various schools, JP courts, and other community events as required
Documents outreach services, client and legal history information and completes monthly reports in Data Management System
Maintains and develops resource list for assigned courts
Maintain confidential information regarding the families served
Counsels, models, and advocates for the best interest of the youth and their families regarding resources
Provides follow-up feedback to court personnel and external/internal programs
Receives and screens school district referrals to provide prevention measures for individual service plans
Serve as a Youth Diversion Coordinator (YDC) for the Justice of the Peace (JP) Courts by receiving and screening all Youth Diversion Referrals, maintaining and documenting the outcome of the program
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science arena, e.g., Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, or closely related field
One (1) year of full-time paid work experience working with youth and their families in a youth-service agency, in an institutional, counseling, or social services setting
Training and experience using a personal computer with a variety of software, such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Case Management Software
Reliable transportation with a valid driver's license (Texas) and auto liability insurance
Knowledge of protective services, child and family development, child management, family systems, community resources, and Justice of the Peace processes
Knowledge of county, state, and federal laws, Texas Family Code, statutes, rules, ordinances, and regulations governing children
Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of case management and administration, case management documentation, and records management
Knowledge of the Justice of the Peace system procedures and associated legal terminology
Ability to maintain the highest standards of ethical behavior, exercising honesty and integrity, respect, confidentiality, and fairness in the execution of their official responsibilities
Handles sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully
Communicates detailed and often sensitive information effectively, both orally and in writing
Establishes and maintains effective relationships with adolescents, family members, school and government officials, law enforcement, community partners, and the general public
Works under remote supervision
Contributes effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities
Self-disciplined, dependable, and ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and prioritize multiple tasks and demands
Skill in analyzing, interpreting, and applying Texas Family Code policies and procedures, and federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to governing children
Skill in empathizing, valuing, and dealing successfully with the special capabilities, distinctive cultural histories, and unique needs of people of various socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds
Benefits
Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Wellness Plan
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
One (1) floating holiday per year
Paid Parental Leave*
Sick Leave
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Professional learning & development opportunities
Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
Flexible work schedule*
METRO RideSponsor Program*
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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