Youth Correctional Officer Job at Johnson County, Kansas, Olathe, KS

UTlHeXNWblkyQnVsUG5mNHJEYmx2bURwRXc9PQ==
  • Johnson County, Kansas
  • Olathe, KS

Job Description

Overview:

A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values, we provide excellent public service, seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, a great organizational culture, and much more! If youre searching for something more than just a job, something akin to a calling, then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!

Posting will remain open until filled or until 9/13/2024. The next review of applications will be on September 11, 2024, and occur weekly until the posting is filled or closed.

Start Dates for this position are 9/16/2024 and 9/30/2024.

Job Description:

[Insert Introductory Sentence here]

  • Maintains custody and control of assigned clients in order to ensure a safe and secure environment; ensures clients and visitors are escorted throughout the facility as dictated by policies and procedures; enforces rules and regulations governing resident conduct in a fair and equitable manner; monitors the temperament, mood, and behavior of clients to detect potential problems or conflicts, demonstrates de-escalation methods, and alerts supervisors to impending problems; observes and interacts with clients; provides positive reinforcement, and serves as a role-model for appropriate pro-social behavior and attitudes that convey dignity and respect in the treatment of others; uses evidence-based skills when communicating with clients; conducts routine safety, security, health, and sanitation inspections; searches clients, their property, and living areas to detect contraband, hazards, damage, or potential breaches of security and for cleanliness and sanitation of living areas; promptly reports any condition, equipment, or problem which poses a threat to the safety or security of the facility.
  • Performs administrative functions such as maintaining shift logs, counts, and writing incident reports describing problems with clients or emergencies; responsible for the accuracy and completion of written information which is then filed or forwarded to superior officer for review; verbally reviews status of the assigned area with incoming personnel during shift changes; enters and retrieves information using a computer; processes and searches incoming clients; releases and processes out clients; ensures all paperwork and computer entries are accurately completed.
  • Responds immediately to emergencies as directed by emergency procedure guidelines; uses de-escalation techniques; dons protective equipment; restrains or restricts the actions of combative or disruptive clients using only necessary force; summons assistance from backup personnel; administers first aid or CPR.
  • May operate an institution vehicle to transport clients to and from court, medical facilities, work locations, or other approved locations.

The job is incredibly demanding and challenging at times; but, it is also incredibly rewarding too.

The starting wage for this position without experience will start at the minimum of the grade

For more information regarding the duties of a Youth Correctional Advisor, click on this link for a realistic job preview video :

Job Requirements:

Minimum Job Requirements:

Twenty-one (21) years of age or older and three semester hours (3) of college-level study in adolescent development, psychology or a related subject; or forty-five (45) clock hours in documented training in child care or child development; or one year (1) of experience as a child care worker, house parent or in the human services field in a facility serving youth; possess a high school diploma or its equivalent; successfully pass a criminal history check; and possess a valid drivers license.

Applicant must submit to and pass a pre-employment, post-offer drug screen and pass a physical ability test prior to employment.

Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency.

Preferred Job Requirements:

Associates degree in Criminal Justice, Behavioral Sciences, Human Services or related fields and previous corrections or criminal justice related experience. Experience in a substance abuse treatment setting.

Physical, Environmental, and Special Working Conditions:

Excessive standing and/or walking: 60%

Lifting: Successful completion of physical ability test which includes dragging up to 125 pounds and lifting 50 lbs.

Running in response to emergency situations; client restraint and self-defense training.

On call/stand-by work required.

Shift work

Safety-sensitive job.

Weather Essential job: Department and County Essential

Uniform required

Successful completion of physical ability test which includes dragging up to hundred and twenty five (125) pounds, lifting fifty (50) pounds, patting down residents, responding to emergency calls, walking up and down 20 stairs, and donning protective equipment.

Johnson County, Kansas

Job Tags

Immediate start, Shift work,

Similar Jobs

D2B Groups

Irrigation Service Manager Job at D2B Groups

 ...D2B Groups is seeking a dedicated and experienced Irrigation Service Manager to oversee our irrigation services division. In this role, you will be responsible for managing a team of technicians, ensuring effective installation, maintenance, and repair of irrigation systems... 

Airbus Americas, Inc.

Employee Relations Specialist Job at Airbus Americas, Inc.

 ...union experience.* Take your career to a new level and apply online now! ** A full job description will be provided to candidates...  ...policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff,... 

Ursus Inc

Creative Director Job at Ursus Inc

 ...JOB TITLE: Creative Director LOCATION: Remote DURATION: Through 3/31/26 RATE RANGE: $115-$135/hr **TOP 3 SKILLS:** # 10+ years experience in creative role with an emphasis on consumer marketing # Demonstrated experience working... 

Cella

Associate Print Production Manager Job at Cella

We are seeking a Print Production Specialist to manage the entire lifecycle of our high-volume, seasonally driven packaging projects (e.g., Christmas, Easter). This demanding role requires advanced technical knowledge, particularly in Gravure and Litho print processes,... 

Starcom Mediavest Group Germany Gmbh

Senior Analyst, Search Marketing Job at Starcom Mediavest Group Germany Gmbh

 ...Media, Addressable Relationships, Social Marketing and Total Commerce. Celebrated by AdAge...  ...As a Senior Analyst, you'll manage the tactical components within integrated...  ...more commonly known as Paid Search, or Pay-per-Click (PPC). Working with Google, Microsoft,...