Secure Detention Counselor I (4995)
About The Position
The Secure Detention Counselor position is responsible for creating a safe, therapeutic, and caring environment for youth in a secure detention setting. The goal of this role is to ensure basic needs are met, with a primary emphasis on proper supervision and meaningful interaction across all aspects of the program—including facility, recreational, and educational activities. Counselors support youth by teaching social skills through relationship-building and positive role-modeling. We are actively growing our team to meet the needs of our expanding workspace and increased program capacity, making this an exciting time to join and make a lasting impact.
Requirements
- Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED; Associates Degree preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in human service, juvenile justice, youth residential treatment corrections or other related experience with children and young adults.
- Relevant experience should involve supervising youth, mentoring, providing crisis support or managing behavioral challenges.
- Demonstrated communication skills, both oral and written; capable of working in a stressful environment; ability to become TCI(Therapeutic crisis intervention), and First/Aid CPR certified.
- At least 2 years of employment experience in human service, juvenile justice or youth residential treatment, or corrections with adolescence and young adults (12 to 24yrs of age).
- Ability to pass a physical exam.
Nice To Haves
- Training in trauma informed care, crisis de-escalation and behavior management is preferred.
- Training in trauma-informed care, crisis de-escalation, and behavior management is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Plan and engage youth in activities.
- Form therapeutic relationships with youth and families.
- Observe, guide and correct as necessary, delinquent, unsafe and/or unusual behavior.
- Evaluate, interpret, instruct and guide the behavior of youth and to assess and manage group dynamics.
Benefits
- eligible for overtime.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
