Juvenile Correctional Lieutenant- Cadwell RYDC- Cadwell, GA (FSC)

Georgia Department of Revenue

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Positively impact the lives of youth in the care of the Department of Juvenile Justice through the collaborative creation and maintenance of a safe, therapeutic, and educational environment in facilities. Provide support, guidance, and structure for our detained youth by modeling, encouraging, and reinforcing pro-social behaviors to include patience, empathy, cooperation, professionalism, and respect. Supervises, guides and/or instructs the work assignments of subordinate staff. Performs as shift supervisor of a unit or program.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED
• One (1) year of experience as a Juvenile Correctional Officer Sergeant (PSP223) or equivalent; or two (2) years of military experience at E-5 or higher
• Must possess and maintain State of Georgia P.O.S.T. certification within the first six (6) months of employment.
• Valid Driver License.

Nice To Haves

• Current and valid certification as a Juvenile Correctional Officer by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Council
• One or more years of experience in a Juvenile Justice environment
• Completion of one or more years of college

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility for the custody, security, and care of youth through adherence to policies and standard operating procedures governing the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice.
• Maintains order and discipline by intervening with youth through active supervision and controlling inappropriate youth behavior to maintain a safe and secure environment. Ensures the provision of direct support, guidance, and structure for detained youth with an emphasis on safety, personal conduct, care, and rehabilitation.
• Supervises and plans work of assigned staff.
• Completes administrative paperwork, the preparation and maintenance of records, forms, and reports.
• Develops work and security procedures.
• Supervises contraband searches and inspections, inventories, maintains physical control of logs, keys, tools, weapons, and related equipment.
• Maintains knowledge of, complies with, and enforces all facility policies, rules, procedures, and regulations.
• Provides support in training, selecting, and orienting subordinate staff.
• Reads and reviews youth information to identify issues that require special attention.

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement and savings plan options
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Military Salary Increase Incentive (2.5% for one year of active duty service, 5% for two years, 7.5% for three years, 10% for 4+ years)
• Qualified employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED