Juvenile Institutions Officer I/II - Extra-Help Juvenile Institutions Officer I/II

Merced County•Merced, CA

10h•$23 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

This recruitment is being established to obtain a current eligible list for both full time and Extra-Help vacancies. Extra-Help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week. Extra-Help pay is $23.15 - $25.53 per hour. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Observes and assists or admits and releases juveniles in accordance with prescribed procedures. Orients juveniles to the routines, procedures, and rules of Juvenile Hall. Supervises personal hygiene, table habits, care of clothing and living areas. Teaches work skills and games; assists in planning and supervising recreational and leisure activities. Supervises juveniles and participates in housekeeping, maintenance and grounds activities. Observes and supervises juveniles in custody, other programs and during family visits. Provides group and individual guidance as assigned and needed; administers first aid techniques. Enforces discipline and maintains security; writes incident, adjustment and release reports. Use appropriate level of force, when necessary, for the purpose of stopping and/or restraining a combative youth. Transports juveniles to/from court, hospitals, and other facilities as necessary. Uses O. C. (pepper) spray in accordance with department policies and procedures. Level II will assist in the training of subordinate staff members as necessary.

Requirements

Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain.
Certification to meet California Penal Code Section 832 requirements regarding arrest, search and seizure.
Successful completion of the Basic Juvenile Institutions Officers Core course as certified by the Board of Corrections for Juvenile Institutions Officers.
One (1) year of full-time paid experience in supervising juveniles in an institutional setting equivalent to a Juvenile Institutions Officer I in Merced County.
Board of Corrections Certificate for Juvenile Institutions Officers Core course and evidence of continued compliance with annual training requirements.
Training and background which will meet the requirements of California Government Code Sections 1029 and 1031.
Must be free from any physical, mental or emotional condition that might adversely affect the exercise of Peace Officer powers.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of experience involving the supervision, care or leadership of juveniles groups.
One (1) year of college may substitute for the one year of required experience.

Responsibilities

Observes and assists or admits and releases juveniles in accordance with prescribed procedures.
Orients juveniles to the routines, procedures, and rules of Juvenile Hall.
Supervises personal hygiene, table habits, care of clothing and living areas.
Teaches work skills and games; assists in planning and supervising recreational and leisure activities.
Supervises juveniles and participates in housekeeping, maintenance and grounds activities.
Observes and supervises juveniles in custody, other programs and during family visits.
Provides group and individual guidance as assigned and needed; administers first aid techniques.
Enforces discipline and maintains security; writes incident, adjustment and release reports.
Use appropriate level of force, when necessary, for the purpose of stopping and/or restraining a combative youth.
Transports juveniles to/from court, hospitals, and other facilities as necessary.
Uses O. C. (pepper) spray in accordance with department policies and procedures.
Level II will assist in the training of subordinate staff members as necessary.
Operate a personal computer and other modern office equipment.
Communicate effectively with others in person and over the telephone.
Analyze data, interpret directions, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate responses.
Perform job duties under stressful conditions and respond appropriately to situations.
Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations.
Comprehend and follow written and oral instructions.
Write clear and concise reports.
Drive multiple passenger van to transport juveniles; physically restrain juveniles.
Make inspections/investigation of situations; respond quickly and use good judgment in emergencies.
When necessary for the safety of staff/youth lift and move with/without help objects weighing over 150 pounds.
Occasionally kneel, bend, twist, squat, balance and crawl.
Frequent use of depth perception, peripheral vision and color perception.
Frequently lift, carry, reach, push, pull, twist and manipulate large and small objects.
Frequent use of hand-eye coordination; repetitive hand and arm motion.
Normal dexterity, frequent holding and grasping
Regular attendance is an essential function.