Youth Specialist (Juvenile Correctional Officer)

  • Circleville, OH Pickaway County, OH
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 10 days ago
What You'll Do:DYS is seeking a Youth Specialist [Juvenile Correctional Officer] to join our diverse team! This person will oversee facility functions while providing valuable mentorship, experience, and knowledge to the youth in our care. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with a solid background and a passion to habilitate youth.Specifically, the Youth Specialist [Juvenile Correctional Officer] will:
  • Provide safety, security, custodial care, & surveillance of assigned youth
  • Utilize provided training to observe, intervene, and de-escalation youth behavior and conflicts
  • Manage and maintain security and a positive interaction during and after family visits
  • Complete all required documents (reports, logs, evaluations etc.)
  • Oversee movement on facility grounds and outside trips
  • Monitor and instruct youth on general housekeeping duties
  • Maintain awareness of unusual behavior and crisis situations
  • Collaborate and provide information to division leadership
QualificationsHigh school diploma or G.E.D.; valid driver's license; must successfully complete Juvenile Correctional Officer assessment. Must be 21 years of age at time of application.-Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above. Probationary period is 365 days.Job Skills: Juvenile Corrections

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