Lead Juvenile Detention Officer - Supervision & Counseling

Dallasact; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallasact seeks a Lead Juvenile Detention Officer to supervise youths in a 24-hour detention facility. The role includes supervising staff in the supervisor's absence, and providing crisis counseling and safety oversight.

The position requires a high school diploma, two years of related experience, CPR/First Aid, and a Texas driver's license. Expect mandatory training, background checks, and potential overtime with shift changes.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: Two years of related work.
• Must have or obtain Red Cross First Aid/CPR certification within 90 days.
• Must pass extensive background check and drug testing.
• Must possess a valid Texas driver's license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct day-to-day supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility.
• Lead detention officer duties and assume division responsibilities in the supervisor's absence.
• Provide individual and group counseling to youths to promote responsibility and alternatives.
• Use crisis intervention and sound judgment during dangerous situations and notify the supervisor.
• Discipline youths according to facility rules and document behavior.
• Train and evaluate staff; maintain attendance records when the shift supervisor is absent.
• Transport youths to and from appointments.
• Serve as back-up to staff and perform duties such as intake/discharges and handling with care techniques.
• Conduct inspections, rounds, drills, room checks, and searches of youths.
• Perform other duties as assigned; may be required to work overtime or double shifts.

Skills

Communication skills

Crisis management

Documentation/reporting

First Aid/CPR

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Dallasact seeks a Lead Juvenile Detention Officer to supervise youths in a 24-hour detention facility. The role includes supervising staff in the supervisor's absence, and providing crisis counseling and safety oversight.

The position requires a high school diploma, two years of related experience, CPR/First Aid, and a Texas driver's license. Expect mandatory training, background checks, and potential overtime with shift changes.