Juvenile Supervision Officer Part-Time (Amador)

Cameron County•San Benito, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Juvenile Supervision Officer provides direct supervision of juveniles in a facility, overseeing daily activities and maintaining resident safety, order, accountability, and security. The role includes supporting education, recreation, treatment, and behavior-management activities; observing and documenting resident behavior; responding to crises; and using approved restraint techniques when necessary. Officers may transport residents to off-site locations, provide one-to-one supervision, monitor facility security systems, and coordinate with other staff to support continuity of care. The position requires compliance with facility, county, state, and federal policies and standards, including PREA and TJJD requirements. Officers must report possible violations, maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality, attend required meetings and training, and serve as positive role models. The position may also involve investigating incidents, serving on committees, participating in special projects, and performing other assigned duties. Employment is contingent upon federal, state, local, and/or grant availability.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be over 21 years of age for state certification requirements.
Current Texas Driver’s License and current automobile insurance.
Ability to communicate effectively in English by reading, writing, and understanding.
Must submit to a pre-employment drug urinalysis and pass a criminal background check; any criminal record must be cleared under Texas Juvenile Justice Department requirements.
Obtain Juvenile Supervision Officer Certification after hire.
Obtain CPR and First Aid certifications after hire.
Obtain Handle with Care (HWC) State Approved Restraint Technique Certification after hire.
Knowledge of policies, practices, procedures, and legal terminology related to the court system; applicable juvenile justice standards and procedures; and standard practices in the area of assignment.
General knowledge of trauma-informed care, appropriate relationships, social adjustment, and safety and security techniques and standards.
Ability to monitor and respond to resident behavior; solve problems; make decisions; and communicate verbally and in writing.
Basic computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and a variety of software packages.
Ability to follow the facility’s strengths-based behavior modification approach.
Ability to work a rotating schedule to meet program needs, both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to reason, make judgments and decisions, maintain resident and program confidentiality, and deal effectively with mentally disturbed, hostile, and aggressive individuals.
Ability to manage time, perform multiple tasks, organize diverse activities, and submit clear, accurate, and impartial written documentation.
Ability to perform effectively and courteously in a stressful environment while maintaining a professional manner.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental clientele, outside agencies, county employees and officials, juvenile justice representatives, and the public.
Ability to provide off-site supervision in accordance with facility policies.
Must comply with the facility’s tobacco-free and electronic-device restrictions and its rules for on-duty social media use.
Must meet physical demands including lifting or carrying up to 50–100 pounds; standing, sitting, walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, twisting, balancing, repetitive motion, squatting, and running during emergency response.
Must be able to work in a high-noise environment and tolerate resident contact for extended periods, as well as possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous waste, human fecal matter, and foul odors.
Wear the county-approved uniform; the officer must purchase the belt, boots/shoes/PT gear, and earpieces. Visible tattoos must be covered. Personal appearance and jewelry must comply with the stated grooming and dress standards.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in a related field such as criminal justice, psychology, or government.
Bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

Supervise residents’ daily activities, including education, arts and crafts, and outdoor activities, while maintaining safety and order.
Provide one-to-one supervision when appropriate, including moderate- or high-risk suicide-risk observation.
Assign and supervise daily housekeeping details while maintaining accountability for residents and equipment and ensuring the environment is safe, clean, and secure.
Implement treatment plans, corrective disciplinary strategies, and treatment intervention programs.
Ensure residents understand their responsibilities and appropriate behaviors.
Facilitate cognitive skill groups and teamwork activities.
Observe and document resident behavior and consistently enforce rules and regulations.
Summarize incidents and complete written reports based on direct observation or other sources.
Use individual and crisis coping techniques, including de-escalation, to maintain control and help relieve residents’ anxiety and tension.
Monitor security and fire alarm systems, including closed-circuit monitors.
Transport residents to off-site locations as required, including medical and funeral services.
Communicate with other staff to ensure continuity of care.
Provide oversight and participate in committees and special projects.
Assist with investigations involving residents when needed.
Apply physical restraints according to Handle With Care instructions when a resident is harming themselves or others, causing property damage over $50, or attempting to escape.
Comply with professional conduct and ethical standards, PREA requirements, TJJD standards, and county and department policies and procedures.
Maintain appropriate boundaries with residents and immediately report possible PREA violations and Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation standard violations; cooperate with related investigations.
Attend required and scheduled staff meetings and training.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Juvenile Probation Officer or designee, including reassignment in the department’s best interest.