Juvenile Detention Officer III

Elko County•Elko, NV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a journey-level position responsible for the supervision of all shift activities at the Juvenile Detention Center. The role involves providing, monitoring, and facilitating mentorship to detained juveniles, ensuring their personal safety and accommodating necessary services. A key aspect of this position is training and directing DOI and DOII staff members. This position is distinguished from the Detention Officer II by the performance of functional and technical supervision over Detention Center staff and programs.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum 3 years experience in professional juvenile counseling, juvenile corrections, law enforcement, adult corrections, or social services; or 2 years of college-level course work in sociology, psychology, social services, criminal justice, or closely related field
2 years of related experience as cited above.
Must maintain a valid Nevada driver’s license
Food Handler Safety Training Card
CPR- First Aid Certified
Knowledge Coaching methods and techniques.
Awareness of Mediation techniques and conflict resolution.
Principles and practices of Juvenile Detention Facilities.
Working Knowledge of Nevada Revised Statutes Chapter 62B including but not limited to Room Confinement, Juvenile Bill of Rights, and Gender Identity and Expressions and Chapter 62H with regard to Confidentiality and the release of juvenile information.
Functions and general practices of law enforcement agencies, and of the courts.
Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, including mandatory reporting laws as they relate to child abuse and neglect.
National trends in Juvenile Justice.
Community programs, resources, and services available for assistance to youths and families.
Knowledge of First aid and CPR practices and techniques
Supervising, assigning, directing and motivating employees.
Demonstrating excellent interpersonal skills
Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
Train and provide feedback/evaluate the performance of officers, working effectively as a team member to promote a positive working environment.
Plan, organize, and manage the activities and staff members on the assigned shift.
Build rapport with juveniles and staff by listening and responding with empathy.
Work effectively with juveniles and their families.
Train and motivate juvenile offenders.
Maintain confidentiality where appropriate.
Observe behavior, identify changes, and recommend solutions.
Calmly respond to and make decisions under stress of emergency and confrontation.
Keep appropriate written records and documentation concerning behavior and other center events.
Communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing.
Interpret and apply Juvenile Detention Center policies and procedures.
Regularly perform basic functions such as food preparation, laundry, and basic building and grounds maintenance.
Establish and courteous working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including the public.
Diffuse or control volatile or potentially volatile situations, including restrain violent and assaultive juveniles according to training.
Diffuse and control volatile situations with staff and work towards effective and long-lasting solutions
Administer first-aid or CPR when necessary.
Identify and report potential child abuse and neglect.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred
JIREH/Use of Force certification preferred
MAJEN/Medication Administration certification preferred

Responsibilities

Perform the full range of duties of a Detention Officer
Participate as a member of the Wellness Committee
Assign, monitor, and review the work of Detention staff to ensure accuracy in all reports and logs.
Act as the officer in charge.
Participate in staff training.
Perform daily debriefing to staff at shift change.
Assist and consult with Probation Officers regarding mentoring strategies and disposition of cases.
Evaluate and make determinations regarding medical attention; monitor proper administration of medication and documentation.
Coordinate mental health screenings and psychological examinations.
Assist the Probation Officer by providing information used in determinations regarding release and admission to the center.
Application of basic principles of supervision and training.
Application of mentoring/coaching methods and techniques.
Basic math and record keeping.
Awareness of Juvenile law, civil rights, court procedures and rules concerning privacy as they relate to juvenile detention facilities.
Ensures staff compliance with Elko County Policies and Department policies and procedures.
Communicates tactfully and skillfully with parents, probation officers, law enforcement officers and other appropriate persons.
Write and present performance evaluations and/or initial disciplinary processes on DOI and DOII staff members under their supervision.
Serve as POC for pertinent programs or ordering supplies as assigned.