SECURITY CONTROL OFFICE, Juvenile Services

Tarrant County College; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarrant County is seeking a Detention Officer to support Juvenile Detention and Post-Adjudication staff. You will escort detained juveniles, de-escalate crises, and maintain secure custody across multiple locations.

Responsibilities include health screening and documenting incidents, with duties also extending to monitoring visits and assisting with disciplinary actions. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, relevant certifications (TX JDO, First Aid, CPR, Non-Violent restraint), and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• TX Juvenile Detention Officer certification required or able to obtain.
• First Aid, CPR and Non-Violent restraint certifications preferred.
• College degree may substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintains secure custody of detained residents, preventing escapes and misconduct.
• Escorts residents inside/outside the facility to multiple locations.
• Intervenes in aggressive situations with counseling and restraint when needed.
• Documents incidents, restraints and exchanges with probation officers.
• Assists with health screening, program orientation and dress-in procedures.
• Screens and monitors family visits for compliance; handles confidential information.

Skills

Custody maintenance

De-escalation techniques

Visitor screening

Incident documentation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Texas Juvenile Detention Officer certification

First Aid certification

CPR certification

Non-Violent restraint certification

College degree may substitute for experience

Job description

Summary

Serve in a support role to Juvenile Detention and Post-Adjudication Institutional staff by escorting detained juveniles from intra and inter-locations in a safe and secure manner. De-escalate and counsel volatile and physically aggressive juveniles; maintain secure custody of detained residents; prevent escapes, assaults and misconduct by residents; conduct search and property inventory of new in-custody referrals; conduct dress in and release procedures; conduct personal and facility searches; screen and monitor visitation; counsel and assign disciplinary actions; receive and correctly distribute confidential resident information; assist with inter-departmental transportation and document all non-routine events. Conduct various housekeeping duties including resident laundry.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintains secure custody of detained residents, preventing escapes, assaults and misconduct by residents
• Maintains the safety, health and well-being of residents and staff
• Escorts residents safely inside and outside the facility to multiple locations upon request; escorts all hostile and violent visitors from the Detention Center
• Intervenes in aggressive situations with counseling, crisis intervention, physical and mechanical restraint
• Conducts and documents initial health screening, program orientation and property inventory of new referrals prior to conducting dress in procedures
• Assists the Medical Services Supervisor during medical exams and treatment.
• Determines, implements and documents the need for prescribed disciplinary measures
• Screens and monitors family visits for compliance; receives information and prescribed medications from parents
• Documents incidents and restraints; exchanges information with probation officers; testifies in court
• Conducts facility-wide and personal searches for contraband
• Performs all other related duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Two (2) years experience in a related field.
• One (1) year of experience working with children.
• Ability to be certified as a Texas Juvenile Detention Officer. Ability to be certified in First Aid, CPR and Non-Violent restraint.
• Valid driver license and automobile liability insurance.
• College degree may substitute for experience requirement.
• Knowledge of State Juvenile Detention Standards; understanding of adolescent behavior and facility security.
• If hired, proof of education required at new hire processing.

Physical Demands And Work Environment & Other Requirements

While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to walk, stand, reach, hold and lift. Incumbent works primarily inside a locked secure facility and encounters potentially violent and hostile residents and visitors. May also be exposed to contagious medical diseases.

Tarrant County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life and long- term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 13 paid holidays, a Wellness Program, and more.

• Note: These benefits are for Tarrant County employees only. For benefit information regarding Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, please contact Patrice Smith at [phone].