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State of New Mexico

Juvenile Correction Officer I (CYFD/JJS/AGRC #31626+)

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A Correctional Officer, Detention Officer, or Jailer supervises people being held in correctional facilities, including those awaiting trial, in detention, and inmates who are serving sentences. Maintains order and security within a jail or prison, conducts inspections and searches, enforces regulations, and supervises activities and visits.

$55,176 / year median in New Mexico

+5% projected growth

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Juvenile Correction Officer I (CYFD/JJS/AGRC #31626+) State of New Mexico - 3.5 Albuquerque, NM Job Details Full-time $22.62 - $33.93 an hour 14 hours ago Qualifications High school diploma or GED Driver's License Full Job Description Posting Details At the New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD), every role is an opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives or children, youth, and families across our state. We are committed to building a compassionate, skilled, and dedicated workforce that works collaboratively to ensure safety, promote well-being, and strengthen families. At the New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD), every role is an opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of children, youth, and families across our state. We are committed to building a compassionate, skilled, and dedicated workforce that works collaboratively to ensure safety, promote well-being, and strengthen families. Whether you are in the field supporting families face-to-face, working behind the scenes to improve systems, or helping to shape the agency from a leadership level, your work here has purpose and long-lasting impact. Join a team that values integrity, resilience, and service and be part of meaningful change for New Mexico's future.
THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT WORK EXPERIENCE OR A RESUME WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. IF ATTACHING A RESUME, RESUME MUST INCLUDE DATES OF EMPLOYMENT FOR EACH JOB
(MONTH and YEAR)
AND DETAILS OF WORK EXPERIENCE/JOB DUTIES
THIS POSITION WILL BE HOUSED IN GIRLS REINTEGRATION CENTER
(AGRC) Why does the job exist? Supervise youth in all activities maintain control of detained youth by giving directives, counseling and/or utilizing the appropriate level of verbal or physical deescalation. Write reports and prepare required records regarding incidents, youth movement and noteworthy information; and ensure the proper documentation of all violations of facility operating procedures, rules and regulations, and state and federal statutes. How does it get done?
Caseworker duties include:
Daily supervision of clients Transportation to work, school, medical appointments, community service and other community activities/appointments. Documentation of client progress in daily log-books and computer system Assist clients in finding employment, school activities, setting up medical appointments, coordinate family visits/passes. Conduct searches Item Request and conduct on-going client inventory. Conduct searches of facility, vehicles and clients to ensure contraband is not brought into the facility. Provide on-going support and guidance/ mentorship to clients as they navigate Conduct life-skills groups. Who are the customers? JRC Clients, Staff, and Community Partners Ideal Candidate JRC Clients, Staff, and Community Partners Minimum Qualification High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of experience in a correctional setting, military duty, classroom teaching or instructing in a rehabilitative environment, working in planned recreational activities, or active participation in community action programs, or for Correctional Officer Specialist positions, relevant work experience as it relates to the purpose of the position. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field or direct experience in this occupation totaling two (2) years may substitute for the required experience. Employment Requirements Completion of the hiring process is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment screening process. This position is designated as safety sensitive. Employment is subject to pre-employment and random testing, in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing. Working Conditions Potential risk from juvenile actions; this job could require running, lifting and possible physical intervention. Incumbents must be willing to accept changes in geographic assignment and be willing to work shifts, overtime, holidays, weekends and call back for emergencies. Incumbents must have a telephone and be willing to give the phone number to the supervisor. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Supplemental Information Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information:
Cassie Lopez, . Email For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement. Bargaining Unit Position This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.