TJJD - Juvenile Correctional Officer II/III/IV; BWD
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Social Work
Youth Development, Mental Health
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-54559 role at the Texas Juvenile Justice Department
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Location:
Brownwood, TX.
Provides supervision and direct care for youth in a residential correctional facility, helping them progress in learning methods to manage stress and trauma, encouraging socially appropriate behavior, maintaining safety, and coaching personal development in accordance with individualized treatment plans.
ResponsibilitiesWork involves facilitating youth rehabilitation, supervising youth, and coaching personal development. Work schedule may include shifts, on‑call duties, and potential overtime.
Essential Functions- Engage in competency‑based training and coach youth under the Texas Model of trauma‑informed corrections.
- Hold youth accountable in a behavior‑appropriate manner, promoting socially acceptable responses.
- Use good judgment and determine when higher‑level interventions are necessary.
- Assist youth in identifying stress and trigger responses; teach emotional self‑regulation skills.
- Model appropriate self‑regulation skills and remain calm during stress and crisis.
- Gain basic knowledge of each youth's treatment plan and support skill development.
- Coach youth on conflict resolution with peers and staff.
- Participate in the Youth Service Team and provide input to treatment plans.
- Maintain a predictable, transparent schedule for youth with appropriate warnings and prompts.
- Implement and monitor youth activities, programs, and behaviors individually and in groups to encourage healthy engagement.
- Observe and inform staff of significant behavioral, treatment‑related conditions and events associated with individual youth or the group.
This position is in the approved TJJD career ladder for Juvenile Correctional Officers (JCO). Promotion follows meeting eligibility criteria under agency policy.
Pre‑Service Training Academy RequirementNew and re‑hired JCOs separated for more than 18 months must attend the pre‑service training academy and complete on‑the‑job training. JCOs returning within 18 months are placed in full‑time status upon employment.
BenefitsState of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information can be found at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Benefits include a retirement plan, paid group health and life insurance, paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance program, and employee assistance program. Optional add‑ons include Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary ADD Insurance, Dependent Health Life insurance, and Health Dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Designated positions may receive hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancement, and free meals while on duty.
- Must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check.
- Meet any additional minimum qualifications listed by the agency (e.g., education, licensing).
Complete the State of Texas Employment Application and submit the required supplemental forms (Employment Application Supplement, Child Abuse Registry Check Consent, PREA Disclosure, Authorization to Release Information). Attach copies of education certificates, transcripts, licenses, or military discharge certificates as applicable. Applications can be submitted online via the CAPPS Career Section, Work‑In‑Texas portal, or by email to hrjobsrjacksonas.gov.
Seniority Level- Entry level
- Part‑time
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