What are the responsibilities and job description for the Juvenile Delinquency Worker - Female Unit position at Four Oaks Family & Children Services?
Job Details
Position Details
What you will do?
As a Juvenile Delinquency Specialist you will be responsible for ensuring the safety, security and control of the facility, personnel and clients. This position will work directly with volatile and distraught female juveniles with the goal of promoting well being for success. This position will work on an all female unit. Specific duties include:
- Maintains appropriate levels interaction and positive role modeling with youth while providing daily care & support.
- Maintains security by conducting and recording bedroom checks, ensuring doors are locked and secure while observing and reporting youth behavior and/or suspicious activities.
- Physically restrains juveniles under certain circumstances and notifies staff of emergency situations.
- Provides counseling to youth on situational problems that may arise.
- Instructs juveniles regarding facility rules, regulations, and procedures while utilizing behavior management skills.
- Assist juveniles with techniques to overcome behavioral, emotional, medical and programming needs.
- Plans and supervises behavioral, educational, instructional, and recreational activities.
- Understands the medical and special needs of the client and coordinates activities accordingly.
Why Work here?
Four Oaks understands the importance of supporting and treating one another as if they were our own family members. We believe in maintaining a healthy work/life balance while providing career paths for everyone. Our organization flourishes in an environment of equal opportunity and fair treatment for all. The effects of diversity and inclusion have created an atmosphere of positivity which connects us to the customers we serve. As a valued team member, you are eligible for:
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- 401k Retirement plan
- Growth & Advancement opportunities
- Competitive Wages
- Excellent paid leave time package
- 7 paid holidays
- Business casual work environment
- Educational discounts
- Fitness Center Discounts
Qualifications & Program Information
What you need:
You will need to be at least 21 years of age and possess a High School Diploma or GED to qualify. A background in law enforcement, military, EMS, criminal justice, corrections or similar field is preferable. Additional requirements include:
- Desire to help kids succeed
- Strong communication and problem solving abilities
