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General Duties:Under the supervision of a Detention Supervisor, provides a safe and secure environment for juveniles; monitors and supervises juvenile activities and movement; provides health and hygiene needs, daily recreation, and guidance; prepares written reports daily; processes information from juveniles being admitted and/or released, completes various reports and logs, communicated in person or by telephone with various people (e.g. detention staff, court staff, parents, law enforcement, attorneys, etc.), and notifies schools when juveniles are retained in the facility. Monitors the keys, security system, radio communications, Juvenile Division vehicles, and fire alarms.
Qualifications:Must be at least 21 years of age, good physical condition and possess a valid State of Ohio driver's license and proof of insurance; completion of high school diploma or equivalent, types a minimum of forty (40) words per minute, general understanding of computers, and effective communication and observation skills prior training, experience, and/or a college degree preferred.
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Detention Officers/Master Control Staff have four primary areas of responsibility and may be assigned to any of the areas. The four areas of responsibility are broken down as follows: assignment to a hall, or assignment to float, assignment of admissions, and assignment to Master Control.
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Conditions under which work is performed:Duties are performed in a secure facility with juveniles in crisis situations; emphasis is on providing a safe and secure environment for juveniles, who may have minor to severe behavioral problems and the inability to adhere to policies and procedures established in the best interest of the Detention Facility, Court, and juveniles being detained; interacts primarily with juveniles, but also interacts with staff, volunteers, and visitors; circumstances are consistently demanding and changing. Hours of work vary with the demands of the facility, but generally works a set schedule. May be required to operate a County vehicle.
Knowledge, skills, & abilities necessary to perform tasks:Thorough knowledge of the goals and objectives of the Court and Detention Facility, Juvenile Division policies and procedures, safety and security practices, and CPR and first aid techniques; general knowledge of American Correctional Association standards and the Department of Youth Services standards, counseling techniques, knowledge of personality and social interactions; skilled at observing and evaluating detainee behavior, reacting quickly to escape attempts and other crisis situations; ability to communicate effectively with people of varying education and cultural backgrounds; prepare accurate documentation; respond to varied and specific inquires; remain calm and level-headed under pressure; make quick, effective decisions in crisis situations; and the ability to carry out written and oral instructions.
Attitudes necessary to successfully perform tasks:Concern for the safety, security, and overall well-being of the juveniles, staff, and general public; attentive to details; personal and professional integrity; a willingness to work in an enclosed area, and a willingness to adapt to new and progressive changes; interacts with the juveniles, staff, and the general public in a consistent, fair, and mature manner.
THE COUNTY OF SUMMIT COURT OF COMMON PLEAS, JUVENILE DIVISION, DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, RELIGION, AGE, OR DISABILITY IN EMPLOYMENT OF THE PROVISIONS OF SERVICES. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WHO ARE DISABLED AND REQUIRE SPECIAL ASSISTANCE TO RESPOND TO THIS EMPLOYMENT ANNOUNCEMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE COURT AT 330-643-4540. ALL APPLICANTS CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION MUST PASS A BACKGROUND SCREEN, DRUG SCREEN, AND DIANA SCREEN. THE COURT PROHIBITS ITS EMPLOYEES FROM THE USE, POSSESSION, OR DISTRIBUTION OF ALL DRUGS INCLUDING MEDICAL MARIJUANA.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $21.84 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
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Work Location: In person
Full Time
$43k-54k (estimate)
05/28/2023
05/07/2024
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