$30.05-$36.51 Hourly / $5,209.00-$6,329.00 Monthly / $62,504.00-$75,946.00 Yearly
Under supervision, is responsible for the care and custody of delinquent children in a Juvenile Court facility during the evening and early morning hours; and performs related duties as required. Requires responsibility for: Carrying out existing methods and procedures relating to the care and custody of children in custody during the sleeping hours; maintaining log book and other operational records of a juvenile court cottage or dormitory unit.
Positions in this classification are designed to provide those staff services at the Juvenile Hall not requiring the assignment of a full journeyman counselor. Specific assignments include:
1. Supervising detainees during the night and early morning hours.
2. Assisting counselors in caring for infants, young children or teenagers; part-time positions.
3. Assisting in carrying out and monitoring recreational programs and related activities.
After experience is gained in this position, following graduation from college, individuals are expected to progress to the Counselor level.
According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.
1. Maintains order, quiet and security in the cottage or dormitory unit; makes periodic checks of rooms or dormitories; investigates unusual sounds or other signs of disorder; as required, supervises detainees who are going to the toilet.
2. Reports disciplinary problems or emergencies to the shift supervisor; comforts or reprimands detainees as necessary.
3. May admit and release detainees into and from the unit; may issue blankets, clothing and other supplies; dispenses minor medications as ordered by physicians.
4. Transports dependent children to and from reception homes, foster homes, other child care agencies and the Juvenile Hall.
5. When assigned, assists in attending to the daily needs of infants and small children; bathes and dresses children; serves or assists in the serving of food; performs housekeeping duties, including making beds, cleaning rooms and maintaining a sanitary environment; conducts play activities for children; remains continually alert for symptoms of illness.
6. When assigned, assists in the carrying out of a recreation program; supervises detainees during recreational periods; assists in maintaining order and discipline in the assigned group or unit; performs liaison functions with various volunteer auxiliary activities; encourages youths to participate in programs, events and activities; assists counseling staff in the performance of various related duties.
7. Keeps routine log of activity during the shift.
Knowledge of:
The behavior patterns of children;
The techniques and procedures of administering first aid.
Ability to:
Supervise detainees in a Juvenile Court facility;
Acquire and maintain the respect of juveniles;
Carry out oral and written instructions;
Exercise good judgment in controlling behavioral disturbances or in emergency situations;
Remain alert during prolonged periods of inactivity.