Juvenile Supervision Officer - Juvenile Justice Department

Brazoria County•20875 County Road 171 Angleton, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Supervision Officer reports directly to the Shift Leader then to the Shift Supervisor, Supervisor, Facility Administrator, and ultimately to the Chief Juvenile Probation Officer. The detention officer will directly supervise detention residents in their day to day programming with an emphasis on safety, security, and behavior control. The location of the job is subject to change.

Requirements

At least 21 years of age
High school diploma or GED
Possess a valid Texas Driver's License and have proof of liability coverage
Ability to be certified as a Juvenile Supervision Officer.
Above average communication and writing skills
Ability to perform in a mentally and physically demanding working environment
Pass a drug screen following a conditional employment offer
Clean criminal history

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree within the Behavioral Sciences field (Criminology, Sociology, Psychology) or at least two years of college in one of these fields
1 year experience working in some capacity with juveniles whether incarcerated or in the mental health or educational fields
Desire to work directly with troubled juveniles
Capacity to effect positive change and be a superior role model

Responsibilities

Supervise residents in program activities such as meals, showers, school, indoor and outdoor recreation and parental visitation
Complete the intake and orientation process of juvenile offenders into the detention center
Conduct frequent building and cell checks to ensure a safe working environment
Conduct searches as required to control contraband
Restrain violent youths as directed by the Shift Leader or other detention administrator
Participate in required fire drills as directed by the Shift Leader
Perform housekeeping tasks as needed to maintain facility cleanliness
Maintain daily activity logs and reports
Write detention discipline and or incident reports as required
Keep the Shift Leader apprised of any safety or security concerns
Job descriptions will primarily confine the officer to duties within the detention center; however, a Supervision Officer may be required to perform duties outside the normal job description such as transportation, community service or cleaning details.