Juvenile Detention Officer II
2 weeks ago
As a Juvenile Detention Officer II with Dallas County, you will play a critical role in ensuring the health, safety, and welfare of youths in our 24-hour detention facility. This is a challenging yet rewarding position that requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to make sound judgments and decisions in high-pressure situations.
Key Responsibilities- Provide direct supervision to youths in the detention facility, ensuring compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Provide individual and group counseling to promote personal awareness and responsibility among youths.
- Make critical decisions and take action in crisis or potentially dangerous situations, documenting actions and informing supervisors as necessary.
- Discipline youths by enforcing facility rules, documenting behavior, and forwarding information to appropriate personnel.
- Assume backup duties as needed, including administering medications, transporting youths, and processing intake assessments or discharges.
- Education and experience equivalent to an Associate's degree in a related field, such as Criminology, Corrections, or Counseling.
- One year of work-related experience.
- Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, establish and maintain effective working relationships, and pass a background investigation.
- Must obtain First Aid/CPR certification within 90 days of hire and be certified as required by applicable standards.
- Valid Texas driver's license with a good driving record.
This position requires working with juveniles who may have committed dangerous or aggressive acts, and the ability to work in an emotionally demanding and stressful environment. The employee may be subject to shift changes, mandatory overtime, and being held over or called back to work at all times.
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Juvenile Detention Officer II
2 weeks ago
Dallas, Texas, United States Dallas County Full timeJob SummaryAs a Juvenile Detention Officer II, you will provide direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility, ensuring their health, safety, and welfare. You will also provide individual and group counseling to promote personal awareness and responsibility.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention...
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Juvenile Detention Officer II
1 month ago
Dallas, Texas, United States Dallas County Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Juvenile Detention Officer II to join our team at Dallas County. As a key member of our youth services team, you will be responsible for providing direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility, ensuring their health, safety, and welfare.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct supervision to...
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Juvenile Detention Officer
2 weeks ago
Dallas, Texas, United States Dallas County Full timeJob SummaryAs a Juvenile Detention Officer with Dallas County, you will play a critical role in ensuring the health, safety, and welfare of juveniles in our 24-hour detention/jail facility. This is a challenging yet rewarding position that requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced and emotionally...
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Juvenile Detention Officer
4 weeks ago
Dallas, Texas, United States Dallas County Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated individual to join our team as a Juvenile Detention Officer at Dallas County. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing direct supervision to juveniles in a 24-hour detention/jail facility, ensuring their health, safety, and welfare.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct day-to-day...
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Juvenile Detention Officer
1 month ago
Dallas, Texas, United States Dallas County Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Juvenile Detention Officer to join our team at Dallas County. As a Juvenile Detention Officer, you will be responsible for providing direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility, ensuring their health, safety, and welfare in compliance with departmental policies and procedures.Key...
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Juvenile Detention Officer
2 weeks ago
Dallas, Texas, United States Dallas County Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated individual to join our team as a Juvenile Detention Officer. In this role, you will provide direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility, ensuring their health, safety, and welfare.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide day-to-day direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention...
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Juvenile Detention Officer III
2 weeks ago
Dallas, Texas, United States Dallas County Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Juvenile Detention Officer III to join our team at Dallas County. As a lead officer, you will be responsible for providing direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility, ensuring their health, safety, and welfare.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct day-to-day supervision to youths,...
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Juvenile Detention Officer
2 months ago
Dallas, Texas, United States Dallas County Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate individual to join our team as a Juvenile Detention Officer. As a key member of our staff, you will play a critical role in ensuring the health, safety, and welfare of youths in our 24-hour detention facility.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct supervision to youths in a secure and supportive...
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Juvenile Detention Officer
2 weeks ago
Dallas, Texas, United States Dallas County Full timeJob SummaryAs a Juvenile Detention Officer with Dallas County, you will play a critical role in ensuring the health, safety, and welfare of youths in our 24-hour detention facility. This is an entry-level position that requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to make sound judgments and decisions in crisis situations.Key...
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Juvenile Detention Officer
4 weeks ago
Dallas, Texas, United States Dallas County Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated individual to join our team as a Juvenile Detention Officer. As a key member of our detention facility, you will play a critical role in ensuring the health, safety, and welfare of youths in our care.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility, ensuring...
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Juvenile Detention Officer
2 weeks ago
Dallas, Texas, United States Dallas County Full timeJob SummaryAs a Juvenile Detention Officer with Dallas County, you will play a critical role in ensuring the health, safety, and welfare of youths in our 24-hour detention facility.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct supervision to youths, ensuring compliance with departmental policies and procedures.Offer individual and group counseling to promote personal...
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Juvenile Detention Officer III
2 months ago
Dallas, Texas, United States Dallas County Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Juvenile Detention Officer III to join our team at Dallas County. As a lead officer, you will be responsible for providing direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility, ensuring their health, safety, and welfare.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct day-to-day supervision to youths,...
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Juvenile Detention Officer III
4 weeks ago
Dallas, Texas, United States Dallas County Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Juvenile Detention Officer III to join our team at Dallas County. As a lead officer, you will be responsible for providing direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility, ensuring their health, safety, and welfare.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct day-to-day supervision to youths,...
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Juvenile Detention Officer
1 month ago
Dallas, Texas, United States Dallas County Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated individual to join our team as a Juvenile Detention Officer. As a key member of our facility, you will play a critical role in ensuring the health, safety, and welfare of youths in our care.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility, ensuring compliance...
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Juvenile Detention Officer III
2 weeks ago
Dallas, Texas, United States Dallas County Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Juvenile Detention Officer III to join our team at Dallas County. As a lead officer, you will be responsible for providing direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility, ensuring their health, safety, and welfare.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct day-to-day supervision to youths,...
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Juvenile Detention Officer
2 weeks ago
Dallas, Texas, United States Dallas County Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Juvenile Detention Officer to join our team at Dallas County. As a key member of our youth services team, you will provide direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility, ensuring their health, safety, and welfare.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide day-to-day direct supervision to youths in a...
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Juvenile Detention Supervisor
1 month ago
Dallas, Texas, United States Dallas County Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Juvenile Detention Supervisor to join our team at Dallas County. As a key member of our juvenile justice system, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of our detention facilities and providing a safe and supportive environment for youth in our care.Key ResponsibilitiesSupervise...
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Juvenile Detention Officer III
4 weeks ago
Dallas, Texas, United States Dallas County Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Juvenile Detention Officer III to join our team at Dallas County. As a key member of our detention facility, you will be responsible for providing direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility, ensuring their health, safety, and welfare.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct day-to-day...
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Juvenile Detention Facility Supervisor
1 week ago
Dallas, Texas, United States Dallas County Full timeJob SummaryThe Dallas County Department of Juvenile Services is seeking a skilled and experienced Shift Supervisor - Juvenile Detention to oversee the daily operations of our detention facility. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective management of the facility, including supervising staff, developing and...
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Juvenile Detention Supervisor
1 month ago
Dallas, Texas, United States Dallas County Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Juvenile Detention Supervisor to join our team at Dallas County. As a key member of our juvenile justice system, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of our detention facilities and providing a safe and supportive environment for youth in our care.Key ResponsibilitiesSupervise...
