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Juvenile Detention Officer Job Type:

Full Time Ottawa, IL LaSalle County Sheriff's Office Salary:

$ 48,547.20 per year

Essential Functions:

• Be directly involved with residents by being present during program activities
• Use verbal communication skills to manage behavior
• Demonstrate appropriate behavior for residents through their personal actions
• Explain rules and expectations to residents and verify understanding
• Use the behavior management program consistently and fairly and in a non-punitive manner
• Take immediate corrective action when rules are broken
• Intervene in crisis situations using appropriate methods
• Assist other staff in physical restraint situations. This includes physically removing the resident from the situation and transporting them to a secure area
• Counsel residents for re-entry into daily program
• Properly document daily activities, behavior of residents and unusual incidents as required
• Use established procedures to ensure the safety and security of residents and staff
• Conduct room and personal searches as directed
• Conduct program activities in a safe and responsible manner
• Have a working knowledge of emergency procedures
• Assist with special assignments and new projects
• Be accessible to listen to resident problems and offer advice within the limits of their training and experience
• Attend all mandatory staff meetings
• Assist the teacher in the classroom
• Write reports for use by the Court
• Serve as a role model for residents
• Other duties as assigned or required
• Performs all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the

County's Safety Policy and Procedure Manual Requirements:

Applicant must appear on the A.O.I.C. Hiring Eligibility List and be a minimum of 21 years of age. Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university or Associate Degree (or have earned minimum 60 credit hours) from an accredited college or university or High school diploma with at least two years of prior employment in law enforcement, residential/specialized care, or a detention facility. All employees hired under this waiver have five years to complete their degree from an accredited college or university. This temporary educational waiver will extend at AOIC's discretion. Must be able to operate office equipment and have experience with Microsoft Office programs. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal departments and externally within the scope of the judicial system. Ability to work with minimal supervision.

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