Residential Specialist

Lucas County; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucas County is seeking a dedicated individual for the role involving supervision and support for youth at the Youth Treatment Center. Responsibilities include maintaining security, assisting in educational activities, and ensuring a safe environment.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate Degree in a relevant field, strong communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure with diverse groups.

This full-time position offers various shifts and requires significant interpersonal skills and professionalism.

Qualifications

• At least one year relevant work experience required.
• Experience in Court or Juvenile Justice systems is highly desirable.
• Must write legibly for documentation purposes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise youth both inside and outside of the facility.
• Monitor the safety, security, and care of the youth.
• Assist with orientation and educate residents.

Skills

Basic computer/keyboarding skills

Ability to read and interpret documents

Ability to manage stress in high-pressure situations

Communication skills

Ability to work with a diverse group

Education

Associate Degree in corrections, criminal justice, social services, or a closely related field

Job description

Acts as a role model both within and outside the Court

Exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working relationships

Maintains a positive and respectful approach both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Court

Performs duties as workload necessitates in a timely, accurate and thorough manner and is conscientious about assignments meeting Department productivity standards

Communicates regularly with supervisor about Department issues

Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload

Consistently reports to work on time, prepared to perform duties of position meeting Court attendance standards

Essential Job Functions:

Supervise youth as required both inside and outside of the facility.

Monitor the safety, security and care of the youth while following accepted rules for movement and control.

Perform individual room housekeeping checks, check locks, read report from previous shifts and confer with previous shift personnel.

Assist with orientation to the Youth Treatment Center and educate residents in socially acceptable behavior.

Assist the teaching staff with classroom activities such as tutoring, arts and crafts, etcetera.

Assist with self-administration of resident’s medications as instructed.

Assist other staff with resident pat-downs, and movement within the facility.

Supervise recreational activities such as sports, calisthenics, games, crafts, etcetera.

Provide supervision to residents, family and others during visitation.

Supervise meal delivery to assigned living unit and participate in eating with the youth.

Complete incident reports as necessary. Maintain daily Com. Log and progress notes.

Must communicate via regular meetings with counseling, treatment, education and medical staff, social service agencies and other professional staff.

Deescalate residents utilizing proper Crisis Prevention Intervention protocol.

Handle behavior problems on an emergency basis according to established procedures.

Maintain living unit inventories.

Ensure youth understand and follow all Youth Treatment Center rules and regulations.

Follow program schedule on a daily basis.

Report all maintenance and other equipment problems/needs to appropriate staff in a timely manner.

Other Job Duties and Responsibilities:

May be required to provide assistance to other staff in a crisis situation.

May be involved in facilitating group counseling, treatment, education and programs.

May be required to work irregular hours, including expanded and rotating shifts for 24-hour coverage.

Attend mandatory staff meetings and training as assigned.

All other duties as assigned.

Language Skills:

Requires the ability to read, write and present information both verbally and in writing on individual and group basis.

Must write legibly.

Mathematical Skills:

Requires the ability to perform basic arithmetic, including the ability to calculate percentages and decimals.

Reasoning Ability:

Requires the ability to exercise sound judgment, make informed decisions, apply common sense, carryout instructions and independently problem solve situations that arise and require immediate resolution.

Physical Demands:

Ability to walk (to include up and down multiple flights of stairs), stoop, bend, use hands, move objects, reach, push and pull on a regular basis.

Ability to talk, hear and see both with distance vision and ability to focus on juveniles being supervised.

Must be able to restrain and subdue a violent or uncooperative juvenile when required and assist others in doing so.

Tasks may risk exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, communicable diseases or pathogenic substances.

Qualifications

Education/Training: Associate Degree in corrections, criminal justice, social services, or a closely related field.Bachelor degree preferred.

Experience/Knowledge/Background: At least one (1) year relevant work experience required; or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities. Experience in Court or Juvenile Justice systems is highly desirable.

Skills: Must possess basic computer/keyboarding skills. Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

Appearance/Personality: Courtesy and a professional business demeanor and presentation are essential.Due to the personally sensitive nature of information in this area, confidentiality is essential. Must have the ability to work well with a diverse group of people.Must be able to use awareness of cultural values and biases to work effectively with people of diverse cultural backgrounds.

Special Requirements: Must be a minimum of twenty-one (21) years of age; have a valid driver’s license; and submit to a pre-employment screening (including physical exam, psychological exam, TB screen, drug screen) criminal record check and in-depth reference check. In this position there is a high probability of experiencing situations that involve an elevated stress level while dealing with violent or uncooperative youth.

Job Info

• Job Identification 1465
• Job Category Public Safety/Criminal Justice
• Posting Date 06/24/2026, 12:37 PM
• Degree Level Associate Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Various