Juvenile Detention Officer I

Requirements

• A minimum of 21 years of age, must be a United States citizen or have legal resident status, and a high school diploma or equivalent G.E.D. certificate.
• Licenses and Certificates:
• A valid Arizona Driver's License is required at the time of appointment.
• Prior work experience utilizing communication skills with youth ages 16-24.
• Prior customer service work experience.
• Prior work experience with adolescent youth.
• A minimum of one (1) year of verifiable work experience.
• Demonstrated career progression.
• Important Notice Regarding Multiple Applications:
• Once a candidate formally accepts a job offer with Superior Court, Juvenile Court, or Justice Court (Tucson and Ajo), all other active applications within these courts will be inactivated.
• The juvenile detention officer background check process is outlined below:
• Before an applicant can begin service, the juvenile court must execute a rigorous character and fitness investigation mandated by ACJA § 6-106(H): 8-203, A.R.S. 12-251 and Part 6, Chapter 1, Section 6-106 of the Arizona Code of Judicial Administration):
• Fingerprint & Criminal History: Run through the Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS) and the National Crime Information Center (NCIC).
• Motor Vehicle Record (MVD): A complete driving history check in Arizona and any prior state of residence.
• Department of Child Safety (DCS): A search of the DCS Central Registry for historical allegations of child abuse or neglect.
• Drug Screening: Mandatory urinalysis testing for illegal substances, including alcohol, dangerous narcotics and cannabis.
• Psychological & Physical Evaluations: Passing a pre-employment psychological examination and a physical fitness certification for duty.
• Health Testing: Candidates must test negative for Tuberculosis (TB).
• Essential Duties & Functions:
• Implements and delivers programs to youth, supporting detention philosophy, goals and objectives.
• Provides effective role modeling and mentoring to youth in the facility.
• Instructs youths on various skills for future use and success, such as anger management, filling out employment applications, and understanding employment processes.
• Observes the behaviors of youth and situations that occur, recalls facts and prepares written reports.
• Monitors the detention facility to ensure a safe environment for both the youths and staff.
• Observes and ensures security for the facility in accordance with unit procedures and institutional practices.
• Determines detainee rule infractions, takes appropriate action, and rep

Benefits

Additional Information

Job Description Summary Responsible for the safety and well-being of youth referred to the Juvenile Court Detention Center. Develop positive working relationships with youth. Monitors and maintains a structured, caring, safe, healthy, and learning environment for detainees. Monitors and maintains security and control of the structured detention environment. Play a crucial role in maintaining order, and accountability within a secure juvenile detention environment. Job Description Hiring Range $22.18 - $24.11 Hourly Why Join Our Team: Our team of juvenile justice experts will teach you how to de-escalate situations, refine your crisis response, how to build rapport, they will help you build leadership skills, and show you how to work with youth on skill building. This is a role for individuals who are dependable, level-headed under pressure, and motivated by purpose-driven work. Make an impact, stay active and join our Juvenile Detention team! Exceptional benefits package: Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP) 15 paid vacation days, 12 holidays, and 15 days of sick leave 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave Employer-paid Short -term Disability Tuition Reimbursement $5,250 per year Health Wellness discount program Mental and Behavioral Health Benefits Paid Training with Advancement Opportunities Free access to Court Gym Upon yearly anniversary, 56 hours of sick time accrued, less usage, may be rolled over to vacation time. Schedule: This is a shift-based position with opportunities for evening and night differential pay. Shifts include: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM Hybrid shifts Shift are decided at time of offer by hiring manager based on needs of the department. Distinguishing Characteristics: This is a classified position that reports to a Supervisor, Juvenile Detention. The incumbent performs duties under general supervision and has no supervisory responsibilities.

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