Juvenile Correctional Officer
Full Time
Manassas, VA
$22.01 - $44.02 an hour
Posted Just posted
Job description
Introduction
Would you like to be a part of the solution by helping resident youth realize their goals and possibilities? The Prince William County Department of Social Services is seeking a highly motivated person to fill a Detention Specialist position at the Molinari Juvenile Shelter in Manassas, Virginia. The Molinari Juvenile Shelter is a short-term residential program for boys and girls ages 10 to 17 who are in crisis and need temporary placement. The Molinari Juvenile Shelter affords a structured, therapeutic environment where residents can begin to address their problems. If you believe you can make a difference in someone's life and can demonstrate good decision-making skills and excellent personal judgment, then you will find this job personally and professionally rewarding. Apply today and join our dynamic Social Services team.
ABOUT THIS ROLE:
The Detention Specialist acts as a counselor and leader to youth on all aspects of behavior management and daily living skills. Typical duties include the following:
STARTING SALARY RANGE: $22.01 - $33.02/hr.
(This position qualifies for a hiring bonus of $5,000, payable in 2 equal installments as funding permits.)
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NOTE:
The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.
Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
ABOUT THIS ROLE:
The Detention Specialist acts as a counselor and leader to youth on all aspects of behavior management and daily living skills. Typical duties include the following:
- Supervise youth in their hygiene, chores, mealtime, recreation, and educational activities;
- lead regular group meetings on topics such as anger management, job readiness skills and interpersonal communications;
- participate in, and periodically lead, family partnership meetings that include youth, their families and representatives of outside agencies such as social services, attorneys, probation officers and schools; and
- process admissions and discharges and maintain records, while always being prepared to solve problems "on the spot" and de-escalate crisis situations.
MINIMUM EDUCATION,
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
PREFERENCES:
We require a high school diploma or G.E.D. and 1 year or related experience. A Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Human Services or related; and experience in the following areas is preferred:
Rotating shifts for a 24-hour facility. 12-hour shifts: Day 7 am - 7 pm or Night 7 pm - 7 am
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
All candidates must pass a pre-employment physical before a final offer will be extended in accordance with Department of Juvenile Justice regulations. All DSS staff members are required to provide emergency human services work in the event of an emergency disaster.
High school diploma or G.E.D. and 1 year of related experience.
PREFERENCES:
We require a high school diploma or G.E.D. and 1 year or related experience. A Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Human Services or related; and experience in the following areas is preferred:
- Work with at-risk youth in a residential setting with emphasis on managing dorm-life activities;
- Experience providing crisis intervention counseling and resolving problems with at-risk youth;
- Extensive knowledge and experience with implementing positive behavioral modification methods;
- Bilingual English/Spanish
- Ability to respond to conflict situations that may involve using physical restraint technique.
Rotating shifts for a 24-hour facility. 12-hour shifts: Day 7 am - 7 pm or Night 7 pm - 7 am
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
All candidates must pass a pre-employment physical before a final offer will be extended in accordance with Department of Juvenile Justice regulations. All DSS staff members are required to provide emergency human services work in the event of an emergency disaster.
STARTING SALARY RANGE: $22.01 - $33.02/hr.
(This position qualifies for a hiring bonus of $5,000, payable in 2 equal installments as funding permits.)
Click to view full Classification Description
NOTE:
The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.
Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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