Officer Security Control-Juvenile Service; Female

Responsibilities

• Serve in a support role to Juvenile Detention and Post-Adjudication Institutional staff by escorting detained juveniles from intra- and inter-locations in a safe and secure manner.
• De-escalate and counsel volatile and physically aggressive juveniles.
• Maintain secure custody of detained residents, preventing escapes, assaults, and misconduct.
• Maintain the safety, health and well‑being of residents and staff.
• Escort residents safely inside and outside the facility to multiple locations upon request; escort hostile and violent visitors from the Detention Center.
• Intervene in aggressive situations with counseling, crisis intervention, and physical or mechanical restraint.
• Conduct and document initial health screening, program orientation and property inventory of new referrals prior to conducting dress‑in procedures.
• Assist the Medical Services Supervisor during medical exams and treatment.
• Determine, implement and document the need for prescribed disciplinary measures.
• Screen and monitor family visits for compliance; receive information and prescribed medications from parents.
• Document incidents and restraints; exchange information with probation officers; testify in court.
• Conduct facility‑wide and personal searches for contraband.
• Conduct various housekeeping duties, including resident laundry.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or GED.
• Two (2) years' experience in a related field.
• One (1) year of experience working with children.
• Ability to be certified as a Texas Juvenile Detention Officer.
• Ability to be certified in First Aid, CPR and Non‑Violent Restraint.
• Valid driver license and automobile liability insurance.
• College degree may substitute for experience requirement.
• Knowledge of State Juvenile Detention Standards; understanding of adolescent behavior and facility security.
• Proof of education required at new hire processing.