Juvenile Supervision Officer (JSO)

36th Judicial District Juvenile Probation•Sinton, TX

8h•Onsite

About The Position

The Juvenile Supervision Officer works in the secured area of the San Patricio County Juvenile Detention Center. Duties are performed primarily inside a detention center, where the employee may encounter emergency situations involving possible danger or physical injury. The role involves frequent contact with juveniles, coworkers, law enforcement, and juvenile justice system officials. The officer must remain calm and professional in stressful, emotionally charged situations; manage time pressures and multiple tasks; work closely with or lead a team; and maintain a positive attitude. The facility is a non-smoking building, and the work location is in person at one location. The schedule is a 12-hour shift, with 168 to 171 work hours in each 28-day period. The work week begins Saturday and concludes the following Friday. Overtime is compensated at time and one half. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
Must be of good moral character.
High school diploma or GED; documentation must be provided.
Valid Texas driver's license; documentation must be provided.
Must pass a criminal background check and drug testing.
Must be a team player.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of college credit in criminal justice, social work, psychology, or a related field; or one year of experience working with emotionally disturbed and/or violent children or chemically dependent children.

Responsibilities

Supervise juveniles in the secured detention center environment.
Respond to emergency situations where danger or physical injury may be possible.
Work with juveniles, coworkers, law enforcement, and juvenile justice system officials.
Handle time pressures and deadlines while performing multiple tasks simultaneously.
Work closely with others as part of a team and/or lead a team.
Maintain a calm, professional demeanor in tense and stressful situations and present a positive attitude.