Juvenile Justice Detention Officer

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Department of Juvenile Justice seeks a Corrections Officer in Bowling Green, KY. This essential, full-time role requires hosting juvenile supervision, safety, and coordination of daily activities in a detention setting.

You will undergo DJJ Training Academy and must be at least 20, have a valid driver's license, and be prepared for overtime and shift work. The position offers locality, weekend, holiday premiums, and designation under Executive Branch.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION: High school graduate.
• EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be twenty years of age. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Must complete the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Maintains custody and control of juveniles in a custodial security setting or performs related special assignments.
• At beginning level, supervises and monitors activities of detained juveniles; maintains a safe and secure atmosphere in the detention center.
• Takes required actions during emergencies and stands watch in each unit.
• Assists juveniles in interpersonal skill development.
• Provides support services for routine maintenance; checks premises and ensures safety of juveniles; attends staff meetings, case conferences and trainings.
• Maintains the booking program to record youth's daily behaviors and interactions between courts and family visits to document disturbances and other unusual events of behavior.
• Oversees the juveniles during program functions at the detention centers.

Education

High school graduate

Job description

Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Department of Juvenile Justice seeks a Corrections Officer in Bowling Green, KY. This essential, full-time role requires hosting juvenile supervision, safety, and coordination of daily activities in a detention setting.

You will undergo DJJ Training Academy and must be at least 20, have a valid driver's license, and be prepared for overtime and shift work. The position offers locality, weekend, holiday premiums, and designation under Executive Branch.