JUVENILE JUSTICE DETENTION OFF SUPV - SE - 80039295

State of Florida•Indian River Estates, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Juvenile Justice Detention Officer Supervisor is responsible for following agency and facility policies and procedures and maintaining a safe, secure environment for detained youth and staff. The supervisor inspects the facility, oversees and instructs staff in the care and custody of youth, and ensures appropriate safeguards are in place. The role performs supervisory and administrative duties, including staff orientation and training, leave and attendance management, evaluations, behavior reports, logs, youth files, key control, disciplinary actions, and confinement reports. The supervisor coordinates daily facility operations and staffing, oversees youth supervision and safety, monitors information entered into Master Control and the Admissions/Release Office, and reviews facility reports and records for accuracy and timeliness. The supervisor assists staff in addressing youth behavior and personal needs, participates in evaluating youth and preparing progress reports, and represents the facility to the public when the Assistant Superintendent and Superintendent are absent. The role also oversees youth clothing and admission searches, medication administration and medical issue notifications, incident reporting, and compliance with applicable state regulations, court orders, agency policies, and bargaining-unit agreements. This position works a non-traditional schedule and may be assigned various shifts according to facility needs. Overtime may be required to ensure staffing coverage and security. The employee must maintain a valid driver’s license, complete required DJJ direct-care training and certification, and use CPR, AED, and First Aid procedures in emergencies.

Requirements

Knowledge of the Department of Juvenile Justice Detention Services Manual, federal and state rules and regulations, and DJJ and facility policies and procedures.
Ability to supervise staff and youth.
Ability to physically handle and interact with violent youth.
Ability to work overtime to ensure staff coverage and maintain security.
At least 19 years of age.
High school graduate or equivalent, as determined by the department.
Must not have disqualifying felony or misdemeanor convictions involving perjury or false statements, or a dishonorable discharge from any U.S. Armed Forces branch, subject to the statutory provisions stated in the posting.
Must comply with fingerprinting, background investigation, and other screening requirements and submit the required affidavit of application.
Must pass sex offender, criminal background, and pre-employment drug screenings for direct-care positions.
Must obtain Florida DJJ direct-care certification within 180 days of employment if not already certified.
A valid driver’s license is required; Florida residents hired with an out-of-state license must obtain a valid Florida license within 30 days. Certain restricted licenses are not acceptable.
For positions involving youth transportation, must have a valid driver’s license and a three-year acceptable driving record as defined by FDJJ Policy 1920.
Must comply with E-Verify employment eligibility requirements.
Candidates not currently employed in the state system as DJJ direct-care workers may be required to pass Ergometric’s IMPACT Assessment and Training Test after the interview phase.
Must comply with applicable facility staffing requirements concerning the male and female ratio of the juvenile population.

Responsibilities

Follow agency and facility policies and procedures and maintain a safe and secure environment for youth and staff.
Inspect the detention facility and supervise and instruct workers in the care and custody of youth.
Perform supervisory administration, including staff orientation and training, leave and attendance management, evaluations, reports, logs, youth folders, key control, disciplinary actions, and confinement reports.
Promote effective management and leadership practices and ensure schedules and required standards are followed.
Ensure youth releases comply with applicable policies, procedures, and court orders.
Assist detention personnel with youth behavior and personal problems; evaluate youth and participate in preparing progress reports.
Represent the facility to the public and interpret facility policies and procedures when the Assistant Superintendent and Superintendent are absent.
Assign staff daily to ensure adequate coverage and participate in facility briefings, including reporting youth and unit status and making key assignments.
Monitor data entries in Master Control and the Admissions/Release Office.
Complete required paperwork accurately, legibly, and on time; ensure overtime rosters are properly completed and overtime is applied fairly and equitably.
Follow state regulations and applicable bargaining-unit agreements when dealing with subordinate staff.
Maintain a valid driver’s license and report changes to the supervisor within 72 hours; do not drive for state business with a revoked, suspended, or curtailed license.
Ensure youth clothing is cared for, stored, and accounted for; ensure youth receive clean socks and underwear daily; oversee admission searches and related paperwork and proper washing machine use.
Coordinate, direct, and monitor the daily workload of the facility, staff, and youth; supervise staff and youth throughout the facility to maintain safety and security.
Communicate leave approvals to fellow supervisors and ensure coverage for staff granted leave.
Complete medication-dispensing training, dispense medications according to accepted practices, and bring sick-call or unusual medical concerns to the facility nurse.
Attend required meetings and complete required DJJ direct-care and other assigned training.
Use CPR, AED, and First Aid techniques in emergencies.
Ensure reportable incidents are reported promptly, complete documentation, keep administration informed, and assist the Assistant Superintendent with internal investigations as needed.
Review daily facility reports and staff logs for accuracy and timeliness and ensure relevant JJIS and DFMS reports are used and reviewed.
Comply with Florida’s Prompt Payment Compliance Law requirements under Section 215.422, Florida Statutes.
Perform other related duties as required.