Juvenile Care & Behavior Support Specialist

Oklahoma Office of Juvenile Affairs; Shawnee (OK); On-site; USD 24,355 - 27,097; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous state paid benefit allowance

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement Savings Plan with match

15 days of vacation

11 paid holidays

Student Loan repayment options

Employee discounts

Longevity Bonus

Job summary

A state juvenile justice agency in Oklahoma is hiring for roles that provide direct care, supervision, and security for adjudicated youth. The positions include security duties and paraprofessional guidance, with educational requirements for entry-level and career-level roles. Successful candidates will assist in behavior management and documentation of activities. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, with a high school diploma, and must successfully pass background checks. A generous benefits package is included, along with sign-on bonuses.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age for RCS I position.
• For RCS II, must have experience or coursework in security.
• Must complete background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision to youth in custody.
• Document behaviors and monitor resident activity.
• Manage aggressive behaviors through approved interventions.

Skills

Crisis intervention techniques

Behavior management

Security methods

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

30 semester hours from accredited college

Job description

A state juvenile justice agency in Oklahoma is hiring for roles that provide direct care, supervision, and security for adjudicated youth. The positions include security duties and paraprofessional guidance, with educational requirements for entry-level and career-level roles. Successful candidates will assist in behavior management and documentation of activities. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, with a high school diploma, and must successfully pass background checks. A generous benefits package is included, along with sign-on bonuses.