Djs Community Detention Officer I
About The Position
Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS! The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives, creating safer communities, and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the role of Community Detention Officer I, so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS! The Community Detention (CD) Program is a statewide alternative to detention program that allows a youth to be in the community on court-ordered home detention as opposed to being placed in secure confinement pending a court appearance. Youth in the program are subject to enhanced treatment and supervision through electronic monitoring, face-to-face and telephone contacts, and daily telephone contacts by the Community Detention Officer (CDO). The Command Center provides additional treatment coverage twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week (24/7) by monitoring alerts and working with the CDOs, police, DJS staff, and stakeholders when violations occur.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education.
- One (1) year of experience supervising youth in a structured environment, such as in a recreation center or school setting, or in a juvenile services facility or community program.
- U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- A thorough background check, including fingerprinting and drug testing
- An oral interview
- Physical and psychological examinations.
Nice To Haves
- Three years of experience supervising youth in a structured environment, such as in a recreation center or school setting, or in a juvenile services facility or community program.
- Experience supervising youth in a juvenile facility.
- Knowledge of the processes and procedures of the juvenile court system.
- Possession of a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
Responsibilities
- Supervising youth in a structured environment.
- Conducting electronic monitoring.
- Performing face-to-face and telephone contacts with youth.
- Making daily telephone contacts with youth.
- Monitoring alerts from the Command Center.
- Working with CDOs, police, DJS staff, and stakeholders when violations occur.
Benefits
- STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
