Juvenile Detention Officer – Secure Youth Center

Vigo County, Indiana; Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Vigo County is seeking a full-time Detention Officer for the Vigo County Juvenile Center in Terre Haute, IN. The role focuses on maintaining security, supervising youth, and ensuring safety within the facility.

Responsibilities include enforcing policies, administering medications, conducting searches, and coordinating with court and community partners. Applicants must be 21+, have a high school diploma or GED, and possess CPR/First Responder and related certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be 21+ years old and meet hiring requirements including background checks.
• Certified in First Responder/CPR, OC Spray, cell extraction, and other listed certifications.
• Ability to work with troubled youth and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Enforces laws and maintains security of the juvenile detention center.
• Supervises residents during daily activities, meals, and classes.
• Adminsisters medications and maintains facility cleanliness.
• Responds to emergencies and enforces safety policies.
• Keeps required reports and communicates with agencies.

Skills

Security procedures

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Decision making

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

OC Spray

Cell extraction

First Responder/CPR

Job description

Vigo County is seeking a full-time Detention Officer for the Vigo County Juvenile Center in Terre Haute, IN. The role focuses on maintaining security, supervising youth, and ensuring safety within the facility.

Responsibilities include enforcing policies, administering medications, conducting searches, and coordinating with court and community partners. Applicants must be 21+, have a high school diploma or GED, and possess CPR/First Responder and related certifications.