Juvenile Relief Worker - Attendance Program; GAP - Temporary Pool

Juvenile Relief Worker

Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available. This recruitment has been reopened for additional applicants and will remain open until filled. If you have already applied for recruitment #T157-2026-1, you do not need to reapply. New applicants are encouraged to submit applications as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time without further notice. Marion County Juvenile Department is recruiting for part-time, temporary/on-call relief workers to provide vacation, illness, school breaks, and vacancy coverage in several department programs.

Please Note:

Juvenile Relief Workers selected to work in the Guaranteed Attendance Program may also work in Detention, but they are not eligible to also work in Alternative Programs. If you already work as a Juvenile Relief Worker in Alternative Programs, you are not eligible to work for the Guaranteed Attendance Program or Detention. Only information provided in the employment application will be considered when determining whether an applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the recruitment.

Attention Marion County or Former Marion County Employees:
You must include your Marion County work experience in the application. Please include volunteer experience (working with youth) in the work experience section of your application and include "VOLUNTEER" at the end of the job title. Overview This assignment is an entry-level classification in the field of Juvenile Justice. This assignment allows for flexible schedule for those in college or working another job.

This assignment provides direct experience with juveniles that are often required or preferred in positions in Juvenile Justice. This assignment allows college students to gain valuable insight, training, and networking opportunities within the field of Juvenile Justice. Relief staff work a variety of shifts and days to cover pre-scheduled vacations and holidays, as well as provide coverage for sick calls and additional staff needs.

Relief staff are also required to attend mandatory annual trainings and scheduled meetings. There are no guaranteed hours, but relief can work up to 1,040 hours per fiscal year. This assignment is not represented by a union.

• Provides orientation for incoming youth and assists in making the initial adjustment to the program; provides ongoing direction to youth; acts as a positive role model for youth; attends to daily needs of juveniles.
• Prepares paperwork required by policy for juvenile offenders; supervises and writes evaluations of individual juvenile's behavior and performance as observed by daily contact and supervision methods including daily grading/scoring; writes behavior/incident reports as required.
• Assists in the intake process; may conduct routine wand or clothed pat searches; assesses whether juvenile is in need of medical attention; secures juvenile's personal effects, currency, and contraband and issues receipt; prepares necessary paperwork.
• Maintains order and respect for authority; observes and anticipates potentially hostile behavior of juvenile offenders and takes necessary preventative action.
• Responds to emergency situations and interacts to diffuse aggressive situations; handles difficult and specialized discipline problems by using corrections techniques and established disciplinary controls.
• Ensures safety, reports improperly functioning building apparatuses and faulty equipment; cleans facilities, clothing, bedding and equipment as needed; performs minor equipment and vehicle maintenance.
• Facilitates and/or co-facilitates evidence-based programming; supervises youth on outings in the community; oversees community projects on occasion.
• Works a variety of hours; may work different shifts or weekend hours on a variable schedule; remains alert and observant during shifts; is punctual in reporting for shifts.
• Transports or provides for transportation of juveniles as needed.
• Maintains the security of the facility including key and equipment control; conducts inspections, security checks and searches; follows department and program policies and procedures; supervises visitors.
• Provides information on individual youth to probation staff, caseworkers or medical personnel as requested; exhibits clear communication both verbally and in writing; maintains confidentiality.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with co-workers, clients, families, and the public; exhibits cooperative behavior.
• Other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Experience and Training Two years of college; preferably with significant coursework in juvenile justice: sociology, psychology, or a closely related field; OR Two years of experience (paid or unpaid) working with youth, at-risk youth; OR Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.

• Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of…