DJO / JUVENILE DETENTION

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JOB DESCRIPTION: The purpose of the position is to operate the Juvenile Justice Center in accordance with written policy and procedures and supervise residents to ensure security for the public and safety for fellow residents, staff and visitors to the Center. This position works under the direction of the Superintendent – Juvenile Justice and may require working evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.

• Responds to inquiries from law enforcement, schools, and others (e.g. service providers) as permitted by law.
• Screens referrals of child abuse and neglect, status offense and delinquency made to the Juvenile Office to assist the Family Court Legal Counsel in determining legal sufficiency to proceed.
• Screens subsequent referrals for juveniles already subject to the Court’s prior and continuing jurisdiction and on their respective caseload to assist the Family Court Legal Counsel in determining legal sufficiency to proceed.
• Completes the Juvenile Detention Assessment (JDTA) for juveniles referred for detention who are subject to the Court’s prior and continuing jurisdiction and/or on their respective caseload to determine whether the juvenile is appropriate for detention.
• Consults with the Family Court Legal Counsels I & II in the preparation of the petition or motion to modify reflecting appropriate charge/allegation given information provided by the referral source and approaches the Court with the request.
• Participates in the interview process of a juvenile suspected of violating the law by informing the juvenile of his constitutional rights and ascertaining a free and knowing waiver of same before permitting questioning.
• Admits/releases juvenile from the Juvenile Justice Center consisting of but not limited to the exchange of personal property with written documentation of same.
• Enters and corrects all of the necessary and appropriate data in the Judicial Information System (JIS), the automated tracking system used by the Juvenile Office.
• Assesses juvenile for risk to do self-harm and places on suicide watch.
• Supervises and directs or monitors all activities including but not limited to meals, recreation, school, visiting, telephone calls, shower and exchange of clothing, medical examinations, etc
• Assumes the lead role on the shift and directs the Intermittent Specialists to ensure that duties and responsibilities for each shift are completed.
• Administers medical procedures as directed by doctor and/or as follow-up to emergency room treatment. Dispenses prescribed medications as required. Performs emergency medical procedures, e.g. CPR.
• Intervenes immediately in any situation where conflict could occur and escalate to assault upon another resident, staff or visitor to the Juvenile Justice Center.
• Transports juvenile in custody of the Juvenile Justice Center to medical appointments, emergency medical care and other facilities as may be required.
• Monitors and regulates all entrances/exits to The Juvenile Justice Center as well as all other doors of the Center.
• Conducts housekeeping activities of secure areas.
• Orients and trains new personnel in the policies and procedures of the Juvenile Justice Center, as well as day-to-day and shift-to-shift operation of the Center.
• Promotes an environment which focuses on tolerance, is free of discrimination and uses a balanced approach when working with youthful offenders and their families.
• Performs such other duties as assigned by the Superintendent – Juvenile Justice Center, Juvenile Officer/Family Court Administrator and/or the Presiding Judge of the 11th Circuit Court.
  
  

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in sociology, social work, psychology or criminal justice or related field.
• In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, must have four years or more of experience in social work with juveniles in probation or allied services.
  
  

Experience

• With Bachelor's degree, experience in the juvenile justice field preferred, in particular, a position related to secure custody or demonstrated skills in crisis intervention.
• Without Bachelor's degree, must have four years or more of experience in social work with juveniles in probation or allied services.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of the Supreme Court Rules of Practice and Procedure in Juvenile Court.
• Knowledge of Center policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of emergency first aide.
• Requires computer skills in data entry, word processing and modification of standardized forms as necessary.
• Employment is contingent on successfully passing a full criminal background check.
  
  

Certifications

• Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Must meet the minimum age requirement of 21 years.
  
  

For Questions or additional information, contact the St. Charles County Juvenile Justice Center at (636)949-3040.

TO APPLY: All applications must be submitted using the APPLY NOW link above. We do not accept faxed, e-mailed or print applications.

BENEFITS: This is a full-time 40 hour per week position which includes a full range of benefits including Paid Time Off, Extended Medical Leave, Holidays, Employee Health, Dental, Life, Disability, Retirement, and Tuition Assistance programs.

Applications will be accepted on a continuing basis until the position is filled or a sufficient number of qualified candidates has applied.

St. Charles County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. St. Charles County is a drug and alcohol-free workplace. A pre-employment drug screen is required for all positions.