Female On-Call Juvenile Detention Officer and Urinalysis Technician

JOB There are two components to this on-call position, and the pay is different for each function:

On-Call Juvenile Detention Officer :

Employee is responsible for the supervision and care of juveniles detained in the Island County Detention Center. The employee functions under minimal supervision and maintains a safe and secure work environment for detainees and other detention officers. Follows the established guidelines and procedures, and document daily activities/movements.

Urinalysis Technician:

Administers drug testing to Female Adult Drug Court participants on 2 weekend days per month, 3 hours each day, for a total of 6 hours. Upon job offer, applicant must be able to pass a background check, physical examination, drug test and a psychological evaluation. Background checks through NCIC and is subject to annual review.

Hourly Pay:

On-Call Juvenile Detention Officer:

$26.96

Urinalysis Technician:

$40.07 EXAMPLE

OF DUTIES

On-Call Juvenile Detention Officer:

Performs intake functions according to established procedures including interviewing, booking and establishing criteria for admittance or release from detention and submits recommendations to Detention supervisor; during the intake procedure, provides information regarding the rules and regulations of the detention facility. Maintains visual supervision of youth in an assigned residential unit/functional area, with attention to their physical whereabouts, health and emotional moods. Operates electronic audio/video surveillance equipment and other life support/security systems. Contacts parents or legal guardians of detained juveniles for release on recognizance; contacts probation or parole counselor and attorneys and law enforcement professionals when appropriate. Provides crisis counseling, along with counseling juveniles in connection with their conduct, attitudes and relationships with each other. Assists with visitation procedures as needed and process the release of juveniles. Prepares detailed incident reports and submit them to the supervisor on a daily basis. Guides, directs, supervises and trains juveniles in indoor activities and games. Must be able to lead groups and participate in physical activities via athletic and recreational with juveniles. At times guides juveniles in arts and crafts sessions. Monitors closely the behaviors and attitudes of detainees. Meets the general needs of the juvenile, such as health and physical needs and prepares and assists juveniles in personal grooming on a daily basis. Personal needs must be met by Juvenile Detention Officer of the same sex. Must be alert for and protect against escape, illness, sexual activities and physical abuse on a daily basis. Must be able to communicate with fellow Juvenile Detention officers and/or intake officers, on a daily basis. Fills out daily observation charts, checks lists, room checks lists, and other forms as required; and supervise cleanup details, on a daily basis. Uses appropriate physical force and restraint techniques to subdue and restrain detainees and perform interventions as required; achieves and maintains proficiency in application and use of defensive tactics and physical agility. Operates motor vehicles to escort and transport juvenile detainees to other facilities or institutions as required. Urinalysis Technician Administers drug testing to Female Adult Drug Court participants through urine testing on Saturdays or Sundays Monitors specimen collection Works with and around bodily fluids Provides good documentation and communication Actively observes participant behavior to detect any indication of drug or alcohol influence

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Must be 21 years of age at the time of appointment. Free of any convictions with sexual motivation, illegal drug-related or alcohol-related crimes, crimes involving the use of a firearm, violent offenses, or a crime involving the commission of domestic violence. Must provide a valid Washington State Drivers License or obtain one by the time of employment. High School diploma or GED and experience as described below: Lived experience as defined as previous involvement with the criminal legal system and/or a current or previous recipient of behavioral health services. Volunteer/employment experience in working with youth. Island County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.