Shift leader, Management

The shift leader reports directly to the assistant facility administrator and ultimately to the chief juvenile probation officer. The shift leader will assist in supervising the overall function of the detention center and will serve as the acting administrator after hours. The shift leader will help to ensure that the detention center is run within compliance standards as set forth by the juvenile board and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department by performing the following duties.

Shift involves working weekends, days, evenings and/or nights.

• Remains familiar with county personnel policies as are set forth in the county's personnel policy manual and the salary administration policy, plus related court orders and other official announcements of the county, thereby observing and enforcing said policies without exception; and, furthermore, whenever clarification is needed with regard to said policies to contact a member of the county human resources department for this purpose;
• Regular attendance is required;
• Available to respond to the department in times of catastrophe/ natural disaster;
• Works flexible schedule involving weekends, evenings and/or nights;
• Works with administration to enhance the professionalism of the detention and residential facilities;
• Performs shift specific duties as directed by the facility administrator of detention/residential services;
• Supervises juvenile supervision officers and issues assignments; initiates disciplinary action for substandard work performance;
• Directs supervision of juvenile residents;
• Becomes and remains well-versed in use of the family code and juvenile justice system as a whole;
• Screens juvenile referrals from local police agencies, accepting or denying based on merits of offense (probable cause), mental health status and medical condition;
• Directs intake and orientation process of juvenile offenders into the detention center;
• Obtains and maintains proficiency in first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, crisis intervention and fire safety regulations;
• Dispenses prescription and over-the-counter medications;
• Counsels juveniles and contacts mental health professionals as needed;
• Maintains safety and security of facility, residents and staff;
• Initiates process for restraining any out-of-control juvenile resident;
• Maintains 90 hours biannually of approved training for juvenile supervision officer certification;
• Ensures the maintenance of facility cleanliness;
• Prepares daily detention reports including any discipline and/or incident reports;
• Assist Training and Personnel Coordinator in training all OJT’s, both in the facility and possibly in a classroom setting;
• Performs other duties as assigned;

Directly supervises juvenile supervision officers assigned to the detention and residential facilities; and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the department’s policies and applicable laws; and responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the non-essential functions.

Required:

Minimum of 2 years experience working in direct supervision of juveniles in a juvenile detention facility or 2 years experience working in a correctional facility;

Preferred :

Bachelor’s degree in any field with a preference in the fields of criminal justice, sociology, psychology or a…