Children's Services Supervisor (DCS Corporal)

State of Tennessee; Somerville (TN); On-site; USD 49,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Tennessee seeks a supervisory officer for the Department of Children\'s Services in Somerville, TN. The role involves overseeing a small team of DCS Officers in a residential setting, ensuring schedule adherence and safety, and coordinating with shift supervisors to manage incidents and youth counts.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver\'s license, and successful completion of background and drug screenings.

Qualifications

• Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school and experience equivalent to one year of full-time children\'s services work in a residential setting.
• Must be at least 21 years old and a US citizen.
• Possess a valid driver\'s license before and during employment.
• Submit to background checks and pre-employment screenings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates staff to ensure institutional schedule is followed and supervise a small staff of DCS Officers.
• Assist shift supervisors with shift operations.
• Advise superiors of events needing immediate attention and resolve conflicts.
• Communicate institutional needs to staff during a shift.
• Ensure visitors are authorized on facility premises.
• Verify youth counts with Central Operation Center.
• Observe areas for unusual activities and violations.

Skills

Decision Quality

Directs Work

Communicates Effectively

Action Oriented

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Handheld Radios

Mechanical Restraints

State Owned Vehicles

Telephone

Computer Equipment

Job description

State of Tennessee seeks a supervisory officer for the Department of Children\'s Services in Somerville, TN. The role involves overseeing a small team of DCS Officers in a residential setting, ensuring schedule adherence and safety, and coordinating with shift supervisors to manage incidents and youth counts.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver\'s license, and successful completion of background and drug screenings.