Henrico

• Sound working knowledge of juvenile court functions and procedures, juvenile law, safety and security procedures, correctional counseling, behavior observation and management techniques, substance abuse, coping and crisis intervention strategies, socioeconomic factors that influence behavior, psychological and emotional problems involved in social maladjustment and physical hygiene; sound working knowledge of facility policies and procedures and of local, state, and federal codes, regulations, and laws governing the operation of juvenile detention facilities and the care of residents; ability to recognize and analyze attitudinal and behavioral problems objectively; ability to assess complex and dynamic material to formulate supervision plans, assess and measure impact.
• Sound computer skills with the ability to use computer and typical business software, proprietary software and applications, and various wireless technologies and peripherals for creating and maintaining resident files and all other required documentation, prepare reports and to complete assigned tasks.
• Develops and maintains sound working relationships, including sound professional boundaries, with residents, facility staff, court personnel, community resources and other relevant stakeholders; excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate effectively with youth and all relevant stakeholders; excellent collaborative skills with an ability work independently and as part of a team; collaborates effectively to ensure the safety of self and others.
• Adheres to rules and regulations for supervising residents, disciplinary actions, monitoring and security procedures, visitation, escorting and supervision of residents; intervenes in crisis and emergency situations and takes appropriate steps to deescalate; assists with incident investigations; administers first-aid & dispenses medication as authorized.
• Non-supervisory. Supervises residents' activities, serves as a counselor and role model to youth in the detention facility; primary responsibility is the custody, safety, control, and activities of youth in the detention facility; provides the oversight necessary to ensure a safe living environment conducive to growth and change and provide residents with the highest possible quality of institutional life and rehabilitation; may serve as facility representative in court proceedings.
• Typically works in an indoor secured setting; may perform duties outdoors and in other locations; work frequently includes high-stress activities and/or a high stress environment. Must be able to work an assigned rotating shift, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Visual and hearing acuity sufficient to engage in effective supervision and to recognize potentially dangerous and deceptive acts, attitudinal and behavioral problems, contraband and improvised weapons, and collaborate effectively to ensure the safety of self and others. Physical ability sufficient to engage in recreational and creative pursuits with residents and perform assigned duties in secure facility and court locations, which may include physically restraining residents to prevent self-injury and ensure the safety of others.

Important: Communications regarding your application will come from recruitment@henrico.gov and notifications@henrico.avature.net (our applicant tracking system). Please add both addresses to your safe sender list and check your spam or junk folder regularly.  Protective Services (CPS) background check, Criminal history record check and fingerprinting of all employees and successfully pass a pre-employment physical and screening is require.

High school diploma or GED with relevant formal training, four (4) year degree in a relevant field preferred, and previous experience working directly with juvenile offenders in a detention facility, their families and juvenile courts preferred; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
• State Police Criminal History Investigation
• Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation (Dept. of Social Services, JRJDC, Juvenile Detention Home)