Entry-Level Juvenile Detention Officer: Impact & Growth

Dallas County Votes; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas County Votes is seeking an entry-level Juvenile Detention Officer to provide supervision in a 24-hour detention facility. The role involves individual and group counseling, crisis management, and enforcing facility rules while ensuring youth safety.

Candidates must have a high school diploma and valid Texas driver’s license. Successful applicants will be required to obtain First Aid/CPR Certification within 90 days of employment and pass a background investigation. This position may necessitate working overtime or shifts.

Qualifications

• Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
• Must obtain First Aid/CPR Certification within 90 days of hire.
• Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license, with a good driving record.
• Must pass an extensive background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Provides day-to-day direct supervision to youths in a detention facility.
• Enforces rules of the facility and documents behaviors.
• Conducts physical searches of youths and room checks.
• Transports youths to and from appointments.

Skills

Effective communication

Crisis management

Ability to restrain youth

First Aid/CPR Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Dallas County Votes is seeking an entry-level Juvenile Detention Officer to provide supervision in a 24-hour detention facility. The role involves individual and group counseling, crisis management, and enforcing facility rules while ensuring youth safety.

Candidates must have a high school diploma and valid Texas driver’s license. Successful applicants will be required to obtain First Aid/CPR Certification within 90 days of employment and pass a background investigation. This position may necessitate working overtime or shifts.