TJJD - Senior Juvenile Correctional Officer V - Campus Shift Administrator - (GID) - 46850

Texas Juvenile Justice Department • Giddings, TX

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About The Position

The Senior Juvenile Correctional Officer V - Campus Shift Administrator is responsible for overseeing correctional staff and ensuring the safety and security of youth in a residential correctional facility. This role involves facilitating youth rehabilitation, supervising daily operations, and coaching staff in appropriate intervention methods. The position requires a strong focus on maintaining a structured environment while addressing the complex needs of youth, particularly those with trauma backgrounds.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of full-time experience supervising or providing rehabilitation/treatment services to youth or adults in a treatment or correctional program.

Nice To Haves

• College degree or coursework in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversee campus movement and coordination between activities, ensuring safety of staff and youth during shifts.
• Respond to incidents using appropriate intervention methods to aid in learning and behavior correction.
• Prepare serious incident reports and collaborate with the Serious Incident Administrator.
• Monitor facility for access to means that assist in suicidal behavior and conduct suicide assessments.
• Collaborate with the Regulation Safety Team to maintain physical security and compliance with procedures.
• Engage in competency-based training and coach other JCOs in trauma-informed corrections techniques.
• Hold youth accountable for their behavior and help them learn socially acceptable responses.
• Model self-regulation skills and assist other JCOs in developing their own skills.
• Gain knowledge of each youth's treatment plan and support their goals.
• Participate in the Youth Service Team and provide input into treatment plans.
• Implement and monitor youth activities and programs to ensure healthy engagement.
• Conduct searches for contraband and health/safety hazards, and perform necessary searches of youth.
• Supervise youth during daily activities and manage movements between activities.
• Respond to youth grievances and maintain privacy regarding youth records.
• Complete and maintain required records and documentation in a timely manner.

Benefits

• Retirement plan
• Paid group health & life insurance for employee
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation leave
• Paid sick leave
• Longevity pay
• Educational assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Optional add-on benefits including dental, vision, and life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED