Juvenile Detention Officer II - Safety & Guidance

Dallas County Votes; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas County Votes seeks a Juvenile Detention Officer to supervise youths in a 24-hour detention facility, ensuring safety and welfare in line with policies. Responsibilities include counseling, crisis response, and accurate documentation, with duties such as transport and daily activity coordination.

Required education is a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of related experience; candidates must pass background checks and obtain First Aid/CPR within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of related work experience preferred.
• Must communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility.
• Offer individual and group counseling to youths.
• Make sound judgments during crises and document actions taken.
• Disciple youths by enforcing facility rules and documenting behavior.

Skills

Direct supervision

Crisis management

Communication

Discipline enforcement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Dallas County Votes seeks a Juvenile Detention Officer to supervise youths in a 24-hour detention facility, ensuring safety and welfare in line with policies. Responsibilities include counseling, crisis response, and accurate documentation, with duties such as transport and daily activity coordination.

Required education is a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of related experience; candidates must pass background checks and obtain First Aid/CPR within 90 days of hire.