Juvenile Supervision Officer

Detention OfficerThe detention officer will direct the activities of detained youth in all areas of programming. The detention officer will also perform admission and screening duties as needed. Essential duties include: Providing a safe and secure environment for all residents. Monitoring group dynamics to prevent fighting and escape attempts. Mediating disagreements between residents in a constructive manner. Supervising residents at all times. Ensuring residents are out of their rooms and participating in approved programs according to the daily schedule. Providing individual, group, and crisis intervention to detained youth. Assisting in the development and direction of approved programs in academics, arts and crafts, recreation, life skills, and group discussions. Following departmental procedure in administering and recording all medications needed by a child. Maintaining a special watch on children that exhibit self-destructive or suicidal tendencies in accordance with departmental policy. Pat search and/or strip search residents as required in accordance with departmental search policy. Conducting daily facility and room searches in accordance with search policy. Restraining residents who are out of control, damaging property, and/or presenting a danger to themselves or others. Utilizing non-violent physical restraint methods and mechanical restraints as warranted in accordance with departmental policy. Monitoring residents at staggered intervals not to exceed fifteen minutes anytime the resident is assigned to their room. Following monitoring protocol for residents on suicide precautions. Performing general tasks such as laundry, shop supervision, nursing assistant, cluster cleaning, escorting residents, etc. Providing transportation, when necessary, for residents to hospitals, doctors, The Bridge, and other facilities or activities. Providing orientation information to new residents within the first hour of detention or commitment. Preparing written reports for court as required. Submitting reports to the Facility Administrator for approval. Testifying in court as required. Actively monitoring visitation, counseling sessions, and releases between parent, child and probation officer. Inspecting incoming and outgoing resident mail for contraband. Opening mail in front of the resident to assure that no contraband is contained within. Maintaining daily documentation and logs to reflect behavior, participation, and discipline of all residents in detention. Ensuring that all paperwork and logs are complete and current for each child. Ensuring that all paperwork is neat, organized and concise. Ensuring that assigned resident's medical needs are met. Referring cases to the Center nurse as necessary. Collecting urine samples from juveniles for analysis in accordance with departmental policy. Responding to crisis situations in all units within a minimal time frame but in no event more than two minutes, and to other situations when requested. Keeping supervisors informed, at least on a monthly basis, on progress of program. Maintaining an inventory of all forms and items used by residents and staff. Replenishing or requisitioning supplies as needed. Assisting control officer with admission and screening duties as needed. Conducting a room search when a resident is out-processed to check for damages and contraband. Submitting appropriate report to supervisor upon the child's release. Ensuring that clusters are in good repair and that the residents are safe and secure. Submitting work orders to assistant facility administrator for all repairs. Ensuring that all rooms are secure and free from damages each shift. Reporting any damages or security risks immediately. Performing other duties as assigned. Position requirements include: To be eligible for appointment as a detention officer a person must: Meet NCIC/TCIC employment guidelines. Possess good moral character. Be at least 21 years of age. Be emotionally suited for working with children. Preference will be given to applicants with bachelor's degrees. Successfully complete a sex offender check conducted by a local law enforcement agency. Possess a telephone, valid Texas Driver License, a reliable automobile, and liability insurance on the vehicle used for work purposes. Knowledge, abilities and requirements include: Knowledge of Texas Family Code; Texas Penal Code; Texas Juvenile Probation Standards; Standards for Juvenile Detention Facilities; Standards for Juvenile Post-Adjudication Secure Correctional Facilities; and general business practices. Must possess ability to utilize personal computer. Employee will be required to effectively communicate while public speaking, as well as written and orally day to day. Employee must possess the ability to work independently and efficiently while making informed decisions. Physical requirements include some light lifting (less than 50 lbs), running, walking, bending, squatting and kneeling, ability to perform physical fitness exercises. Disclaimer: The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the standard functions of this position and should not be constructed as a thorough description of all work requirements. The characteristics of the work environment described are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Equal Employment Employer: Lubbock County will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant's race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.