Juvenile Detention Specialist

ATC is looking for Juvenile Detention Specialists in Wayne County in a correctional facility. CANDIDATES MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ANY SHIFT, AS EMPLOYEES GET MANDATED OVERTIME.

Hepatitis B Statement or Declination [OSHA 29 CFR, 1910.1030(f)(2)].Tuberculosis screening, including an initial baseline TB test prior to being placed at the facility. Some facilities may require a 2-step PPD which consists of two-step testing with one week between tests, within the preceding 12 month or within the contract timeframe. The Quantiferon Gold test or T-spot may be used in lieu of the a TB skin test. Drug screening as required by the contract. **MUST BE THC NEGATIVE (Federal building that follows federal laws) Physical ExamClear criminal history check(3) educational or professional references unrelated to the applicant Competency testing, self skills testing, and Osha Approved Core Modules Be willing to accept appointment to any shift in a twenty four (24) and seven (7) day operation. Accept mandatory overtime Tasks and Knowledge TasksResponsible for the supervision and custodial care of a group of youths in the Wayne County Juvenile Detention Facility Participate in the care, guidance and recreation of resident youths Responsible for observing and following institutional policies, procedures and specific instructions for employees of higher classification, but they have latitude for independent actions in supervising youths Supervise and instruct youths in personal hygiene, housekeeping and special detail work within the institution Counsel delinquent youths on immediate behavioral problems as they arise Supervise meals and maintain records of activities and behavior of youths in their charge Report unusual incidents and all injuries to the Supervisor on duty Responsible for documentation of youth activities and behavior, maintaining housekeeping supplies and clothing and special detail work in the facility Cooperate with Family Independency Agency and internal investigations of alleged abuse Transport juveniles as needed Perform other related duties as assigned KnowledgeMust be fluent in English Must have basic computer proficiency. Specifically with spreadsheets and Microsoft OfficeMust have understanding of report writing and file management Must be proficient in communication, both written and spoken. Active Listening Critical Thinking MathematicsMonitoring/Reacting Time Management Goal Setting Judgment and Decision MakingJob Context Body Positioning Requires minimal sitting Requires walking Requires constant movement CommunicationRequires telephone conversations Requires use of electronic mail Requires writing letters and memos Requires face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams Requires contact with others ConflictRequires dealing with violent or physically aggressive people Requires dealing with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous people Includes conflict situations Impact of Decisions Requires making decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization Opportunity to make decisions without supervision Requires making decisions that impact the results of co-workers, clients or the company Job Hazards Includes exposure to disease or infections Level of Challenge Requires being exact or highly accurate Requires repeating the same physical activities or mental activities over and over Pace and Scheduling Requires meeting strict deadlines Personal Interaction Requires work with external customers or the public Requires work with others in a group or team Requires coordinating or leading others in accomplishing work activities Responsibility for Others Includes responsibility for the health and safety of others Work Setting Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions Job tasks are performed in close physical proximity to other people Technology Software Microsoft Access, Microsoft Outlook(e mail), Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel