Juvenile Detention Specialist

ATC Oakland CountyWarren, MI, United States

7 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

ATC is looking for Juvenile Detention Specialists in Wayne County in a correctional facility. Candidates MUST be able to work either shift, as there is MANDATED OVERTIME.

Note : This is a highly physical job, involving the restraint and intervention of violent youths in a max security facility. Employees who choose not to intervene and allow physical harm to come to residents will be terminated.

Shifts : Shifts :

TBD Based On Need

Pay : $22 hourly

ABOUT US

For more than 40 years, ATC Healthcare, a Joint Commission Certified Company, has provided leading nurses and healthcare professionals to hospitals and facilities nationwide. Healthcare systems around the U.S., including municipal health systems, multi-unit senior care companies, governments, school systems, VMS and MSP vendors trust us to deliver more than 100,000 nurses and other healthcare professionals on-demand. If you have a track record of success in healthcare, we want you to join us!

Job Description

Juvenile Detention Specialists participate in the security, care and custody of youth residents in the Wayne County Juvenile Detention Facility who have been accused of criminal activity and are going through the judicial process.

Education and Experience

Associates Degree or sixty (60) semester hours; OR
A high school diploma or equivalent AND one (1) year or full-time paid experience working in any of the following : corrections, law enforcement, education, human services, social services, counseling or related field; AND

Experience Requirements Preferred :

One (1) year full-time paid experience in corrections, law enforcement, education, human services, or social services, counseling, or related field; AND Licensing

Licensing

A valid State of Michigan driver's license and an acceptable safe driving record.

Credentials

OIG, SAM, OFAC and NSO screening.

Hepatitis B Statement or Declination [OSHA 29 CFR, 1910.1030(f)(2)].

Tuberculosis screening, including an initial baseline TB test prior to being placed at the facility. Some facilities may require a 2-step PPD which consists of two-step testing with one week between tests, within the preceding 12 month or within the contract timeframe. The Quantiferon Gold test or T-spot may be used in lieu of the a TB skin test.

Drug screening as required by the contract.

Physical Exam

Clear criminal history check

(3) educational or professional references unrelated to the applicant

Competency testing, self skills testing, and Osha Approved Core Modules

Be willing to accept appointment to any shift in a twenty four (24) and seven (7) day operation.

Accept mandatory overtime

Tasks and Knowledge

Tasks

Responsible for the supervision and custodial care of a group of youths in the Wayne County Juvenile Detention Facility

Participate in the care, guidance and recreation of resident youths

Responsible for observing and following institutional policies, procedures and specific instructions for employees of higher classification, but they have latitude for independent actions in supervising youths

Supervise and instruct youths in personal hygiene, housekeeping and special detail work within the institution

Counsel delinquent youths on immediate behavioral problems as they arise

Supervise meals and maintain records of activities and behavior of youths in their charge

Report unusual incidents and all injuries to the Supervisor on duty

Responsible for documentation of youth activities and behavior, maintaining housekeeping supplies and clothing and special detail work in the facility

Cooperate with Family Independency Agency and internal investigations of alleged abuse

Transport juveniles as needed

Perform other related duties as assigned

Knowledge

Must be fluent in English

Must have basic computer proficiency. Specifically with spreadsheets and Microsoft Office

Must have understanding of report writing and file management

Must be proficient in communication, both written and spoken.

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Mathematics

Monitoring / Reacting

Time Management

Goal Setting

Judgment and Decision Making

Job Context

Body Positioning

Requires minimal sitting

Requires walking

Requires constant movement

Communication

Requires telephone conversations

Requires use of electronic mail

Requires writing letters and memos

Requires face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams

Requires contact with others

Conflict

Requires dealing with violent or physically aggressive people

Requires dealing with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous people Includes conflict situations

Impact of Decisions

Requires making decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and / or the image and reputation of the organization

Opportunity to make decisions without supervision

Requires making decisions that impact the results of co-workers, clients or the company

Job Hazards

Includes exposure to disease or infections

Level of Challenge

Requires being exact or highly accurate

Requires repeating the same physical activities or mental activities over and over

Pace and Scheduling

Requires meeting strict deadlines

Personal Interaction

Requires work with external customers or the public

Requires work with others in a group or team

Requires coordinating or leading others in accomplishing work activities

Responsibility for Others

Includes responsibility for the health and safety of others

Work Setting

Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions Job tasks are performed in close physical proximity to other people

Technology Software

Microsoft Access, Microsoft Outlook(e mail), Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel

Other Duties : Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer : ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M / F / D / V EOE

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