Juvenile Detention Counselor - Weekend Floater

Linn County, IA; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IPERS retirement

On-site fitness center

12 paid holidays per year

Training & professional development

Job summary

Linn County Juvenile Detention Center in Iowa is seeking a dedicated staff member to supervise dependent, neglected, or delinquent youth, ensuring safety and orderly conduct.

You will assess needs, conduct intake, maintain records, and respond to emergencies while promoting positive behavior through structured activities. This role includes weekend 8-hour floater shifts and contributes to a supportive, secure environment for residents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of experience in care, counseling, and management of dependent, neglected, and delinquent adolescents.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Supervises dependent, neglected, or delinquent youth residing in the Juvenile Detention Center.
• Assesses the psychological, physical, and emotional needs of the youth being referred.
• Conducts intake activities for residents including conducting interviews to obtain required information.
• Keeps daily records and reports.
• Responds to emergency situations such as escape or suicide attempts, drug overdose, etc.

Skills

Youth supervision

Behavior management

Relationship building

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Linn County Juvenile Detention Center in Iowa is seeking a dedicated staff member to supervise dependent, neglected, or delinquent youth, ensuring safety and orderly conduct.

You will assess needs, conduct intake, maintain records, and respond to emergencies while promoting positive behavior through structured activities. This role includes weekend 8-hour floater shifts and contributes to a supportive, secure environment for residents.