DETENTION OFFICER - MALE

Calcasieu Parish, LA•Lake Charles, LA

34d•$19 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

This is the first of four levels in the Juvenile Detention series. Under close supervision from the Shift Supervisor, this is responsible detention work involving the care and supervision of delinquent juveniles in the custody of the Juvenile Detention Center, maintaining order, safety, and discipline among juveniles. Employees of this class adhere to prescribed standards and regulations. Employees of this class may exercise limited independent judgment within established standards and regulations.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and expressed interest and ability to interact with children and youth in a positive manner.
Valid Driver's License as per State law or requirement.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must be trained in non-violent crisis intervention (CPI), First Aid, and other specified training as required within six (6) months of hire. These certifications must be maintained throughout employment.
Some working knowledge of the behavior patterns and group attitudes of delinquent juveniles. Some knowledge of general psychology as applied to emotionally disturbed juveniles.
General knowledge of computer system and standard office equipment.
Basic work etiquette.
Preparing and maintaining logs, records, and reports;
Following written and oral instructions;
Ability to gain and hold the confidence of and to maintain a sympathetic and understanding attitude toward delinquent children. Ability to enforce regulations with firmness, tact, and impartiality.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and supervisors.
Ability to keep routine records and to make oral and written reports.
Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Responsibilities

Exercise supervision over juveniles through constant observation; maintain both visual and auditory surveillance.
Enforce established rules of conduct and report all infractions to superiors.
Aid in administering disciplinary measures according to established policies; conduct searches of detainees and facility.
Report all unusual occurrences, accidents or safety hazards to supervisors.
Maintain fire and security watch, checking grounds and building periodically for irregularities.
Escort detainees to class, recreation and other activities.
Maintain professional conduct at all times.
Adhere to the policies and practices outlined in the Office of Juvenile Justice Services Policy and Procedures Manual and the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Human Resources Manual.
Sign and adhere to the Equal Employment Opportunity Act policy and the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.
Strictly adhere to policies safeguarding the confidentiality of juveniles.
Participate in training as required.
May assist with transportation of juveniles to Court, medical appointments and other community settings; Provide supervision of juveniles at all times during transport.
Perform related work as required, including assistance with food service, security, and maintenance duties.

Benefits

Vacation with pay begins accruing from date of employment.
Sick leave begins accruing from the date of employment.
Funeral Leave, Civil Leave (Jury Duty), and Military Leave
New Year's Eve
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Mardi Gras Day
Good Friday
Memorial Day
July 4th
Labor Day
Veterans' Day
Thanksgiving Day & Friday after
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
One (1) Personal Day
Employees are required to participate in the Parochial Employees' Retirement System of La. (Plan A) upon date of employment.
A supplemental tax-free retirement account is offered through Nationwide Retirement Solutions. Contribution is the responsibility of the employee via payroll deduction.
Free professional help with personal problems for Calcasieu Parish Police Jury employees and their families.
The Parish pays an employee fitness allowance toward a fitness facility membership. Allowance is dependent upon employee attending their selected fitness program at least 8 times per month.
Health Connection, the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury's onsite medical clinic, provides office visits for a $5.00 co-pay to employees and their Calcasieu Parish Police Jury insured dependents.
Basic Life and AD & D - $10,000 Life and AD & D coverage for the employee is included with the health insurance at no cost to the employee.
Employee can purchase term additional Life/AD & D in increments of $10,000 up to a maximum of $500,000.Term Life/AD & D is also available for an employee's spouse and eligible dependents.
A supplemental vision program is available to employees through Always Care.
Major medical insurance is offered for employees with options to add family to the major medical plan.
Dell Computers
Offers a special members' only store with discounts and monthly specials.
Verizon Wireless
Offers employee discounts for wireless service.
Sprint
Offers service discounts on Sprint and Nextel devices.
AT&T
Offers discount on service, free phones available, free shipping for online purchases, exclusive offers, sales, & packages.
My Phone MD
630 Prien Lake Road, Suite C
Lake Charles
(337) 478-0808
[email protected]
Offers a discount to Calcasieu Parish Police Jury employees for mobile device repair services. Simply notify the staff that you are a Calcasieu Parish Police Jury employee and show your badge.
Fix My Phone
3467 Nelson Road
Lake Charles
(337) 564-6997
www.fixmyphone.com
Offers a discount to Calcasieu Parish Police Jury employees for mobile device repair services. Simply notify the staff that you are a Calcasieu Parish Police Jury employee and show your badge.