Youth Detention Counselor I

City of Winchester, Virginia Local Government; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

The City of Winchester, Virginia Local Government is seeking staff for the Juvenile Detention Center to supervise and support residents. The role involves maintaining discipline, supervising residents in classrooms, during meals, and recreation, and intervening when needed per policy.

Quotations indicate a need for a high school diploma or GED, youth-group experience, and knowledge of behavioral science. Applicants must manage stress and operate a PC for data and reporting.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Some experience with youth groups.
• Knowledge of behavioral science and current social and economic conditions.
• Understanding of psychological and emotional issues in at-risk youth and ability to work under stress.
• Ability to work in the stressful environment of a Juvenile Detention Center.
• Ability to learn, comprehend and use a PC for Detention Center data and materials.

Responsibilities

• Willing and able to work days, evening, weekends, and holidays (Mon-Fri 6:45 am-2:45 pm).
• Maintain discipline and control of the residents.
• Maintain direct supervision of residents on the unit, in classrooms, during clean-up, recreation and meals, assuring safety.
• Intervene with residents as needed per Detention Center policy and procedures.
• Employ basic counseling skills to relieve residents' anxieties within the facility context.
• Read and document pertinent behavioral information about residents in log books and incident reports.

Skills

Youth work experience

Stress management

Interpersonal skills

PC literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Winchester, Virginia Local Government is seeking staff for the Juvenile Detention Center to supervise and support residents. The role involves maintaining discipline, supervising residents in classrooms, during meals, and recreation, and intervening when needed per policy.

Quotations indicate a need for a high school diploma or GED, youth-group experience, and knowledge of behavioral science. Applicants must manage stress and operate a PC for data and reporting.