Juvenile Supervision Officer I

Williamson County•Georgetown: 200 Wilco Way, TX

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for providing direct care and supervision to youth in pre- and post-adjudication facilities. This is Level I of II in Juvenile Supervision. The role involves understanding and promoting the vision of Williamson County Juvenile Services, supervising and redirecting youth behavior using department-trained intervention strategies, and making an intentional effort to engage youth while maintaining professional boundaries. The officer will oversee daily activities such as education, physical education, group activities, meals, chores, and visitation. Duties also include processing intakes, admissions, and releases, completing necessary paperwork and daily documentation (including youth behavior and progress reports), and maintaining a clean and safe working and living environment. The position requires compliance with department, county, and Texas Juvenile Justice Department policies and standards, modeling positive behavior, maintaining reliable attendance, communicating through the proper chain of command, and attending assigned meetings and trainings.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Be at least 21 years of age per Texas Administrative Code Section 344.200
Not have a disqualifying criminal history as defined in Texas Administrative Code Chapter 344
Valid driver's license
Criminal background check
Motor Vehicle Record check
Drug screening
Physical exam
Child Abuse Registry check
Diana Screen®

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of experience working with youth (i.e. teaching, counseling, coaching, mentoring, etc.)
Bachelor's degree in a related field

Responsibilities

Supervises and redirects youth behavior using department trained intervention strategies
Makes intentional effort to engage youth while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
Oversees the daily activities of resident to include but not limited to education, physical education, group activities, meals, chores, and visitation
Performs duties necessary for the processing of intakes, admissions, and releases and complete all necessary paperwork
Completes all necessary daily documentation, including youth behavior and progress reports
Maintains a clean and safe working and living environment designated by the facility
Readily complies with department, county and Texas Juvenile Justice Department policy and standards
Consistently models positive behavior and leadership traits to youth
Maintains regular and reliable attendance
Communicates through the proper chain of command
Attends all meetings and trainings as assigned
Performs all other special duties as assigned