Youth Specialist; Juvenile Correctional Officer Job Circleville area,Ohio USA,Government

Position: Youth Specialist (Juvenile Correctional Officer)

What You'll Do:

DYS is seeking a Youth Specialist [Juvenile Correctional Officer] to join our diverse team! This person will oversee facility functions while providing valuable mentorship, experience, and knowledge to the youth in our care. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with a solid background and a passion to habilitate youth.

Specifically, the Youth Specialist [Juvenile Correctional Officer] will:

Provide safety, security, custodial care, & surveillance of assigned youth.

Utilize provided training to observe, intervene, and de-escalate youth behavior and conflicts.

Manage and maintain security and a positive interaction during and after family visits.

Complete all required documents (reports, logs, evaluations, etc.).

Oversee movement on facility grounds and outside trips.

Monitor and instruct youth on general housekeeping duties.

Maintain awareness of unusual behavior and crisis situations.

Collaborate and provide information to division leadership.

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or G.E.D.; valid driver's license; must successfully complete Juvenile Correctional Officer assessment. Must be 21 years of age at time of application. Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above. Probationary period is 365 days.

Job Skills: Juvenile Corrections

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