Juvenile Supervision Officer

Responsibilities

• Maintains a high level of knowledge of, and enforces all detention policies and regulations. • Admits youth to the center based on proper authority and in accordance with current standards. • Maintains safety and security at all times. • Ensures proper behavior of detainees during all activities. • Acts as a mentor for youth residents, and role models positive adult behavior. • Ensures youth receive adequate meals and maintain proper personal hygiene. • Ensures youth receive medication and medical treatment as necessary. • Ensures youth maintain cleanliness of the center, including the education rooms and outside recreation area. • Properly complete, maintain, and file all forms and logs required by current policies and regulations. • Maintains proficiency and certification through regular attendance at training sessions, workshops, and professional meetings. • Maintains professional attitude, dress, and demeanor at all times. • Maintains required qualifications listed in Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 343, and advise Facility Administrator immediately of any status changes. • Contributes to the development of staff unity through proper courtesy, consideration, and communication with colleagues at all times. • Properly performs other related tasks as directed by the Shift Supervisor.