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STARR COUNTY

Occupation:

Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists

Location:

Rio Grande City, TX - 78582

Job Type:

Regular, Full and Part Time Positions, Permanent Employment

Posted:

04/15/2026 Positions available: 4

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

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Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

08/13/2026

Expires:

09/16/2026 Job #: 17002877 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience 6 Month(s) Age 21 and up DL Required Schedule Full and Part Time Positions Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Help for . Juvenile Supervision Officer - Part-Time and Full time positions (Juvenile Detention)

Job Summary:

Provides direct supervision to clients assigned to a detention program. Maintains security, control and guidance of detained juvenile clients in order to facilitate programming, prevent harm and provide for their safety during all daily activities. Implements corrective disciplinary strategies. Documents client behavior within the juvenile justice system.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provides direct supervision of all client daily activities. Maintains accountability of all clients and equipment and ensures that the environment is safe, clean and secure. Ensures that clients are aware of and understand their responsibilities and appropriate behavior. Implements corrective discipline plans and programs, as required. Ensures that the rights of juveniles are observed and that violations are reported to the appropriate person/agency. Provides individual and crisis intervention as required. Documents clients' behavior and enters information into department information system. Monitors security and fire alarm systems, including closed circuit monitors. Maintains communication with other staff to ensure continuity of care. Physically restrains aggressive clients using approved protocols, as required. Transports clients to other facilities, as required. May assist in investigating incidents involving clients. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Maintain certification and trailing requirements.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

High school diploma or GED. Must submit a copy of high school diploma or GED certificate upon job acceptance. Associate's degree or a directly related field desired but not required;Experience working with youth or children helpful; but, not required. Must be 21 years of age. Must pass background check and drug screen. Must have a valid Texas driver's license. Must be able to work any shift, weekends and holidays and have adequate transportation.