Juvenile Detention Supervisor & Crisis Counselor

Crescent Electric Supply Company; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPR/First Aid training

Defensive Driving training

Job summary

Nueces County in Corpus Christi, TX, is seeking a Detention Officer to supervise juveniles in county detention facilities. The role involves overseeing daily activities, enforcing rules, conducting searches, and ensuring safety.

Candidates must meet legal requirements (age 21+, GED or high school diploma), complete required trainings (Detention Officer certification, CPR/First Aid, restraint training) and maintain logs.

Qualifications

• Age 21 or older by law.
• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• CPR and Emergency First Aid training required.
• Defensive Driving certification within 6 months, if driving.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and maintains group control during activities of detained juveniles.
• Screens, processes and logs new juveniles; conducts room searches when needed.
• Monitors safety, counters escapes and crisis situations with calm professionalism.
• Maintains records and reporting; communicates with parents and staff.
• Assists in counseling and developing positive attitudes among residents.

Skills

Communication

Emotional intelligence

Security procedures

Crisis management

Observation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in psychology/sociology/education/criminal justice

Job description

Nueces County in Corpus Christi, TX, is seeking a Detention Officer to supervise juveniles in county detention facilities. The role involves overseeing daily activities, enforcing rules, conducting searches, and ensuring safety.

Candidates must meet legal requirements (age 21+, GED or high school diploma), complete required trainings (Detention Officer certification, CPR/First Aid, restraint training) and maintain logs.