Youth Detention & Care Officer

Chelan County Comunty Development Dept.; Wenatchee (WA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement program

Medical & dental insurance

Paid holidays

HRA contributions

Job summary

Chelan County Comunty Development Dept. is seeking a Juvenile Corrections Officer to help maintain health, safety and security of a juvenile detention facility. The role requires overseeing youth, performing safety checks, and documenting activities in detailed reports.

The position involves 12-hour shifts, background checks, and mandatory training. English and Spanish language skills are valued, with potential career progression within the department.

Qualifications

• Fluent reading/writing in English; Spanish fluency beneficial.
• Ability to read, speak, and write in English and Spanish; substitute for college considered.

Responsibilities

• Monitor facility, grounds, inmates, and equipment.
• Perform book-ins/outs and risk assessments with forms.
• Provide security and attend to medical and emotional needs of youth.
• Supervise youths in activities and work crews; perform room checks.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Associate's degree (AA)

Job description

Chelan County Comunty Development Dept. is seeking a Juvenile Corrections Officer to help maintain health, safety and security of a juvenile detention facility. The role requires overseeing youth, performing safety checks, and documenting activities in detailed reports.

The position involves 12-hour shifts, background checks, and mandatory training. English and Spanish language skills are valued, with potential career progression within the department.