Juvenile Services Officer I/II

Kings County•Hanford, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kings County Probation Department is seeking responsible, dependable, and professional individuals interested in a rewarding career in the corrections field, working with juveniles in a structured institutional setting. Juvenile Services Officers are responsible for the supervision, safety, and rehabilitation of youth. Training will be provided! Must be able to work shifts, including nights, holidays and weekends. Future vacancies throughout the County for this position may be filled from the eligible list to be established. All Juvenile Services Officers are defined as Peace Officers pursuant to Penal Code Section 830.5. Consistent with the Penal Code and at the direction of the Chief Probation Officer, Juvenile Services Officer incumbents may be authorized and/or required to maintain and use a firearm while on duty.

Requirements

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
Juvenile Services Officer I: None required.
Juvenile Services Officer II: One (1) year of increasingly responsible experience at a level equivalent to the classification of Juvenile Services Officer I with Kings County.
Possession of a valid California driver's license issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles at the time of appointment.
Juvenile Services Officer I: Possession of, or ability to obtain during a one (1) year probationary period, an appropriate Standards and Training for Corrections (STC) Basic Juvenile Corrections Officer Core Course certified by the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC).
Juvenile Services Officer I: Possession of, or ability to obtain during a one (1) year probationary period, a valid certificate of completion of Penal Code 832 Laws of Arrest Course issued by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.).
Juvenile Services Officer I: Possession of, or ability to obtain during a one (1) year probationary period, a valid First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate to be maintained throughout employment.
Juvenile Services Officer I: Possession of, or ability to obtain during a one (1) year probationary period, a chemical restraint course certification for carrying Oleoresin Capsicum, commonly known as pepper spray, to be maintained throughout employment.
Juvenile Services Officer II: Possession of a valid certificate of completion for STC Basic Juvenile Corrections Officer Core Course certified by the BSCC.
Juvenile Services Officer II: Possession of a valid certificate of completion of Penal Code 832 Laws of Arrest Course issued by the P.O.S.T.
Juvenile Services Officer II: Ability to obtain a valid certificate of completion of Penal Code 832 Firearms Course issued by the P.O.S.T., based on assignment.
Juvenile Services Officer II: Possession of a valid First Aid and CPR certificate to be maintained throughout employment.
Juvenile Services Officer II: Possession of a chemical restraint course certification for carrying Oleoresin Capsicum, commonly known as pepper spray, to be maintained throughout employment.
Qualify for security clearance through a background investigation (including, but not limited to a medical and psychological evaluations) and fingerprint check.
Ability to work standard eight-hour shifts or alternate shifts, such as ten- or twelve-hour shifts, work irregular hours including emergencies, evenings, weekends and holidays, work varying shifts as necessary, and work overtime or mandated overtime.
Ability to work in a locked detentions facility which enforces a “lock down, no hostages” policy.
Ability to qualify for and carry a firearm for certain assignments.
Must meet minimum standards as described in California Government Code Sections 1029 and 1031.
Must meet physical standards established by the California Board of Corrections and any other pre-employment as well as ongoing peace officer requirements pursuant to federal, state, and local legislation.

Responsibilities

Oversees, monitors, and ensures the safety and security of youth and young adults; ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and department policies and procedures.
Plans, organizes, and supervises a program of work, education, and recreation for a group of youth and young adults in the County’s Juvenile Custodial Facilities or other probation custodial facility; monitors daily activities and leisure time to ensure adherence to established schedules; conducts room and other visual checks for facility security and health related purposes.
Performs group and individual counseling of youth and young adults including facilitation of cognitive behavioral programs, engaging parents, drug/alcohol counseling, academic achievement, recreational activities, basic vocational training, assisting with emotionally distressed or self-destructive youth and young adults, and obtaining mental health assistance.
Provides situational counseling related to the physical, emotional, and social development of youth and young adults; develops treatment plans including behavior modification goals; provides crisis intervention and referral as required; conducts or assists in group sessions to provide supportive counseling and self-help education.
Records periodic chronological progress report entries in individual case files including daily records of activities and observations of adjustment; reviews case plans to monitor progress.
Recognizes signs of disabilities, health problems, suicide risk, assaults, etc., and takes appropriate action to protect the well-being of youth and young adults.
Obtains medical assistance and provides basic assistance to juveniles with mobility issues.
Completes orientation with newly detained youth; explains rules, policies, expectations and consequences to youth; listens and responds appropriately to questions, concerns, complaints and requests and provides assistance in resolving problems.
Supervises youth and young adults while on community services projects and vocational readiness projects; ensures the completion of work in a timely manner, a safe work site, and that proper and safe working procedures are followed.
Confers with assigned supervisor and others regarding behavioral concerns and to determine appropriate discipline for rule infractions; implements disciplinary actions; holds youth and young adults accountable for their behavior.
Distributes meals and works with the County jail kitchen to coordinate the delivery and distribution of youth and young adults’ meals.
Facilitates sick calls, renders first aid as needed, reviews medical orders, ensures youth and young adults receive prescribed medication when appropriate.
Oversees control room; compiles, updates, and generates reports on youth and young adults in custody; completes and maintains files; verifies and ensures accuracy of data; documents daily activities, behavioral observations, and general information; monitors and records progress on counseling goals.
Supervises on-site visitations; remains alert for potential problems and takes measures to reduce tension and avoid violence.
Transports youth and young adults to and from the court, healthcare appointments, work sites, and other custodial facilities.
Provides training to experienced staff and volunteers as assigned.
Performs related duties as assigned.