The Harris County Juvenile Board has entered into an agreement with Harris County Resources for Children and Adults to provide the services of one (1) Youth Services Specialist to the Harris County Juvenile Probation Department. The Youth Services Specialist will provide crisis counseling and consultation to students and families, as well as provide follow-up to referrals from the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. The contract is for a period of 7 months, from March 1, 2022, to September 30, 2022, and the total cost of the contract is approximately $24,551.33.
• The Youth Services Specialist will work a minimum of 40 hours per week and will be supervised by a CYS supervisor.
• The Harris County Juvenile Board will provide suitable office space for the Youth Services Specialist and will identify a liaison to provide technical assistance and consultation.
• The contract includes provisions for termination, payment, and dispute resolution.
• The Harris County Resources for Children and Adults will provide benefits to the Youth Services Specialist and will be responsible for paying state and federal payroll taxes.
• The contract includes a certification that the vendor is not debarred, suspended, or ineligible to participate in federal contracts.