Juvenile Correction Officer II (CYFD/JJS #68541)

Juvenile Correction Officer II (CYFD/JJS #68541) Las Cruces, NM Job Details Full-time $24.16 - $36.24 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Driver's License Full Job Description Posting Details We are so pleased that you are interested in making an impact through our work at CYFD! The department thrives on dedicated, empathetic, and talented employees who ensure the well-being of the children and families in New Mexico by keeping them safe and healthy.

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• Why does the job exist? Provide care, professional counseling and security during group and individual activities to include unit living environment, school, recreation, work release and off-campus activities; Provide individual and group counseling for clients with personal problems to include school work, drug/alcohol abuse, peer and staff relations, and daily activities; Responsible for discerning and implementing discretionary and prudent decisions in the face of emotional and/or physical encounters with enraged, distraught and/or intoxicated juvenile clients or in emergency situations within the facility; Transport juvenile clients to and from group activities, court, medical appointments, and/or education; Supervise and monitor juvenile clients in all activities and maintain control of clients by giving directives, counseling and/or utilizing the appropriate level of verbal or physical de-escalation How does it get done? 30% Client Treatment, Provide care, paraprofessional counseling and security during group and individual activities to include cottage living environment, school, recreation, work release and off-campus activities Provide individual and group counseling for clients with personal problems to include school work, drug/alcohol abuse, peer and staff relations, and daily activities. Responsible for discerning and implementing discretionary and prudent decisions in the face of emotional and/or physical encounters with enraged, distraught and/or intoxicated juvenile residents or in emergency situations within the facility. Transport juvenile clients to and from group activities, court, medical appointments, education, Work Release Program and Community Service Programs or placements. 30% Client Safety, Security, and Control Supervises, monitors on-going individual and group activities Conduct searches of juveniles, living units and facility to determine presence of contraband and to secure it for disciplinary action 25% Administrative Support and Record Keeping Supervision, Prepare accurate written reports Maintain confidential files Process court documents 15% Mentoring and Guidance Assign and monitor work of subordinates Train lower basic level on their job duties and responsibilities Lead shift or manage work unit as assigned in the absence of the supervisor Who are the customers? Management, Supervisors, Clients Ideal Candidate Management, Supervisors, Clients Minimum Qualification Associate's Degree in psychology, guidance and counseling, penology, sociology, social work, and/or criminology 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 four (4) years may substitute for the required education and 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. Employment requires successful completion of post offer pre-employment physical. Pre-employment criminal background check is required and conditional pending results. 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:

Renee Renteria, (575) 526-5900 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.