Youth Corrections Officer 1

Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Top-ranked retirement plans

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick time

Job summary

The Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections is seeking a Youth Corrections Officer dedicated to making a difference in the lives of Arizona's youth. This role involves mentoring and supervising incarcerated youth, providing crisis intervention, and ensuring a safe environment.

Candidates must be 18 years or older, have a high school diploma, and possess a valid Arizona driver's license. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• No felony convictions.
• Current valid Arizona driver's license at official start date.

Responsibilities

• Mentoring, supervising, and directing incarcerated youth.
• Providing crisis intervention.
• Maintaining a secure environment.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We are seeking applicants who are committed to making a difference in the lives of Arizona's youth, and who are ready for a rewarding career, not just another job. By joining the ADJC team, you will have the unique opportunity to obtain hands‑on experience and work with like‑minded professionals who are dedicated to rehabilitating Arizona's youth. Are you ready to be the difference?

Pay Plan

• Step 1: $22.50 hourly, $46,800.00 annually
• Step 2: $23.65 hourly, $49,200.11 annually
• Step 3: $24.23 hourly, $50,400.27 annually
• Step 4: $24.69 hourly, $51,360.40 annually

Job Duties

• Mentoring, supervising, and directing incarcerated youth
• Role modeling positive behaviors
• Teaching life skills
• Assisting teachers with classroom management
• Transporting youth to daily activities
• Providing crisis intervention
• Providing a safe and secure environment for youth

Additional Duties

• Monitoring assigned unit for safety hazards or security violations
• Performing searches for weapons and contraband
• Conducting visitation inspections
• Updating various logs and records, and sharing reports

Training Academy

The Youth Corrections Officer (YCO) Training Academy is a paid 8‑week program held every eighth week, Monday‑Friday 7:30 a.m.‑4:00 p.m. at Adobe Mountain School.

Topics covered include:

• Juvenile Corrections Procedures
• Officer Skills
• Crisis Intervention
• Adolescent Treatment Issues
• Legal Issues in Juvenile Corrections

College Credit & Continuing Education

As a YCO Training Academy graduate you receive 20 college credits and a Certificate of Completion in Juvenile Corrections from Rio Salado College. ADJC also offers up to $1,500 in tuition assistance per fiscal year to support further education, such as an Associate in Applied Science in Corrections and Detention.

Career Growth Opportunities

• Security
• Counseling & Programming
• Community Corrections
• Investigations
• Legal Services

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge of

• Human behavior including growth, development, needs and problems of youth
• Proper use of force procedures
• Language related to youth care and rehabilitation
• Standard housekeeping practices

Skill in

• Verbal and written communication

Ability to

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying Arizona weather conditions
• Learn and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, programs and activities of the agency
• Learn and apply security procedures for the state’s youth secure care facilities
• Maintain a respectful, understanding attitude toward juveniles in custody
• Participate in rehabilitation and/or treatment activities
• Provide assistance, guidance and direction to juveniles
• Provide positive prosocial role modeling
• Apply appropriate restraint techniques
• Respond to emergency situations and provide crisis intervention and basic first aid / life support
• Maintain a secure environment

Selective Preferences

• Military Veterans or Law Enforcement background
• Experience working with youth or juveniles preferred

Pre‑Employment Requirements

• 18 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or GED
• No felony convictions
• Current valid Arizona driver’s license at official start date

Selection Process

• Video Impact Test
• Professional Interview
• Comprehensive Background Investigation
• Drug screen
• Pre‑placement Physical Exam

All newly hired State employees must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑Verify).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short‑term disability plans
• Top‑ranked retirement and long‑term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Vacation time accrued at 4 h bi‑weekly for the first 3 years
• Sick time accrued at 3 h 42 min bi‑weekly
• Deferred Compensation ProgramWellness Plans

Retirement

Youth Corrections Officers participate in the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP). CORP Tier 3 is a defined‑contribution 401(a) retirement plan offering:

• Employer matched contributions
• Contributions on a pre‑tax basis
• Choice of investments suitable to goals and risk tolerance
• Full vesting after 3 years of service

Equal Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or alternative format by calling (602)542‑9262. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time for arrangements.