Juvenile Care Associate/Security Guard
Juvenile Care Associate/Security Guard
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Job Description
We are currently accepting applications/resumes for an EXPERIENCED Juvenile Care Associate for the Houma LA and surrounding areas.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Juvenile Care Associate is responsible for supervising juveniles in the detention facility ensuring their safety and engagement during daily activities recreation and classroom sessions.
In this role the incumbents responsibilities include adhering to facility policies completing reports assisting with laundry and cleaning tasks and supporting transportation duties. The role also requires operating control boards attending regular training and using defensive tactics to manage combative juveniles.
JOB DUTIES:
Supervise the detention recreational activities and daily routines of juveniles
within the facility ensuring safety and compliance with established protocols.
Adhere to all policies procedures and regulations set forth by the Juvenile
Justice Complex.
Accurately complete and maintain required reports and documentation.
Assist with facility operations including laundry duties as assigned.
Operate control boards (main and pod) as part of a daily rotation.
Support the transportation department with juvenile transfers when directed.
Oversee and monitor the completion of cleaning assignments by juveniles.
Participate in ongoing professional development and training programs.
Apply appropriate defensive tactics to safely manage combative juveniles and
ensure personal safety through dynamic movement and restraint techniques.
Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Leadership Skills:
o Ability to manage group dynamics and maintain order while fostering a positive environment. Capable of supervising and guiding juveniles with a firm but supportive approach.
Time Management:
o Efficiently managing multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail. Must be able to prioritize tasks and adhere to schedules.
Analytical Skills:
o Quick decisionmaking ability to address issues that may arise unexpectedly. Critical thinking skills to assess situations and determine the best course of action.
Communication Skills:
o Strong verbal and written communication skills to clearly convey information and instructions to juveniles coworkers and supervisors. Ability to document and report incidents accurately and professionally.
Organizational Skills:
o Ability to multitask stay flexible in a dynamic environment and ensure all tasks are completed on schedule is essential as is the capacity to monitor and report on daily activities while maintaining a safe and orderly environment.
Technical Skills:
o Knowledge of safety and security equipment is essential for ensuring the safety of both juveniles and staff as well as proficiency in defensive tactics and physical restraint techniques to manage combative juveniles safely.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED certification required
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Qualified candidates can submit a resume or apply on the attached link: Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Contract
