Lead Juvenile Detention Officer — 24/7 Facility

Dallas County; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas County is seeking a Lead Juvenile Detention Officer to supervise youths in a 24-hour detention facility and assist in the development and evaluation of residential programs.

The role includes acting as lead in the absence of the shift supervisor, conducting crisis intervention, counseling youths, disciplining conduct, and training staff, while ensuring safety and compliance with TJJD requirements.

Qualifications

• Must have Red Cross First Aid/CPR certification or obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Must maintain 40 hours of training yearly.
• Must be certified as required by facility standards.
• Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Must pass an extensive background investigation and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct day-to-day supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility.
• Lead as Detention Officer and assume divisional responsibility in the absence of the shift supervisor.
• Provide individual and group counseling to youths to promote responsibility and alternatives.
• Exercise crisis intervention, sound judgment, and notify supervisor of concerns.
• Discipline youths by enforcing rules and document behavior.
• Train and evaluate staff and maintain attendance records.
• Transport youths to appointments.
• Back-up to staff: administer medications, intake assessments, or discharges, and other duties as needed.
• Conduct inspections, rounds and drills including room checks and searches.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Crisis management

Staff training

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Dallas County is seeking a Lead Juvenile Detention Officer to supervise youths in a 24-hour detention facility and assist in the development and evaluation of residential programs.

The role includes acting as lead in the absence of the shift supervisor, conducting crisis intervention, counseling youths, disciplining conduct, and training staff, while ensuring safety and compliance with TJJD requirements.