Top 19 Corrections Jobs in Roanoke Va

Youth Care Worker - I
Roanoke Valley Juvenile Detention Center —Roanoke, VA
- $23.64 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Paid training
- Health savings account
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Control Room Operator (3pm-11pm, Tuesday-Saturday)
Western Virginia Regional Jail —Salem, VA
- From $38,249 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Computer literacy
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
Probation Officer: P&P District #15 Roanoke #P1503
Dept of Corr - Central Admin —Roanoke, VA
- $49,981 - $55,271 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Opportunities for advancement
Correctional Officer
Botetourt County —Daleville, VA
- $51,313 a year
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- Writing skills
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Corrections Registered Nurse (RN)
Amergis Healthcare Staffing —Roanoke, VA
- $2,323 a week
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Current TB test
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Corrections Registered Nurse (RN)
Amergis Healthcare Staffing —Roanoke, VA
- $2,251 a week
- Rotating shift
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- RN License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Corrections Registered Nurse (RN)
Amergis Healthcare Staffing —Salem, VA
- $2,074 a week
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- RN License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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LPN Corrections
Genie Healthcare —Salem, VA
- $37 an hour
- Rotating weekends
- Background check
- Pediatrics
- LPN
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Deputy Sheriff
City of Roanoke —Roanoke, VA
- $47,721.00 - $57,778.76 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Continuing education credits
- Health savings account
Deputy Sheriff
Roanoke County, VA —Roanoke, VA
- $49,830.14 - $63,478.27 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Relief Counselor
City of Roanoke —Roanoke, VA
- $15 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
- Continuing education credits
- Health savings account
Healthy Minds Clinician
Western Virginia Regional Jail —Salem, VA
- From $55,548 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Youth Care Worker - I

Roanoke Valley Juvenile Detention Center
Roanoke, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$23.64 an hour

Benefits

Paid training
Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Vision insurance
403(b)
Life insurance
Referral program
Retirement plan

Qualifications

CPR Certification
Copy machines
Employee relationship building
Criminal Justice
Driver's License
Bachelor's degree
First Aid Certification
Driving
Psychology
Social Work

Full Job Description

Job description:

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Youth Care Worker 1

$23.64/hour

Full Time

Closing Date is: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

PLEASE READ ALL BEFORE APPLYING INCLUDING JOB DESCRIPTION!

NOT ALL WILL QUALIFY FOR YCWI.

Youth Care Worker 1

$23.64/hour

Full Time

MALES PREFERRED

Will mainly be working with male detainees.

We are open 365 days a year and will be required to work holidays and weekends as scheduled. 40 hours a week full time.

Shifts include:

7am-3pm

3pm-11pm

11pm-7am

Rotating shift of two 7am-3pm shifts then two 3pm-11pm shifts

All YCW I hired after January 19, 2024 will qualify for bonuses below:

· Sign On Bonus for full time YCWI

o $2000; $1000 after the full time YCWI has worked 6 months, $1000 after the full time YCWI has worked 12 months

o Eligibility – any full time YCWI hired after January 19, 2024

· Retention Bonus

o $1000; $1000 for a full time YCWI hired after July 1 and is not eligible for the step increase the following July 1 and has been employed for 12 months.

See also referral bonus below:

· Referral Bonus for referring a full time YCWI

o $1000; $500 after referred full time YCWI has worked for 6 months, $500 after the referred full time YCWI has worked for 12 months.

o Eligibility – all RVJDC staff

DUTIES:

Responsible for care, supervision & security of juvenile detainees; conducts psycho-educational groups; does related work as required. Applicants must comply with Interdepartmental Standard 22 VAC 42-10-760 which prohibits cross gender supervision of detainees during showers, dressing and toileting. To be considered for the position, applicant must indicate on the application that they are willing to work a schedule that includes days, evenings and weekends. Set schedules are not guaranteed. Applicant must be at least 18 yrs. of age, pass physical exam with drug screen, and pass criminal and Child Protective Services background check. Please read the job description provided below. Applicants who do not meet the requirements will not be considered for the position advertised.

Must be available to work different shifts, holidays and weekends. Those not chosen for full time may be considered for part time.

*** IF YOU DO NOT QUALIFY FOR THE YCWI FULL TIME POSITION OR CANNOT WORK FULL TIME- YOU CAN APPLY FOR THE RELIEF YCWI POSITION-PLEASE PUT RELIEF YCWI ON APPLICATION.***

See Youth Care Worker Job Description below for more details.

Apply M-F, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Roanoke Valley Juvenile Detention Center , 498 Coyner Springs Road , Roanoke , VA 24012 , (540) 561-3840. Resumes accepted only when accompanied by a completed RVJDC Application.

Youth Care Worker I

(YCW I)

GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:

Responsible for the day to day care, supervision, and security of detainees; does related work as required. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Youth Care Supervisor.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

Monitors and assesses detainee behavior for potentially dangerous and/or deceptive acts that may threaten the safety and well-being of themselves or others;

Maintains discipline of detainees through the systematic implementation of approved behavior management programs;

Coordinates and supervises detainee work assignments and recreational activities;

Develops and implements various psycho-educational groups as assigned;

Maintains daily program schedule;

Supervises detainee mealtimes;

Prepares detailed reports regarding detainee behavior;

Maintains detailed records of detainee’s daily activities;

Models acceptable and appropriate behavior in conflict resolution, grievance resolution, language, conduct, and dress;

Issues clothing, bedding, toiletries, etc. as required;

Provides crisis intervention and exercises independent judgment in crisis situations as needed;

Maintains case files:

Conducts intake interviews and detainee orientation;

Conducts risk assessments and assigns detainees to appropriate living units;

Assists in preparing detainees for court, release, appointments, etc. as needed;

Processes releases;

Works cooperatively with other Youth Care Workers, Youth Care Supervisors and other detention staff;

Conducts searches;

Mediates detainee interpersonal conflicts;

Establishes professional interpersonal relationships with detainees and co-workers that promote agency philosophy and mission;

Serves as “Youth Care Worker In-Charge” of shift implementation as assigned;

Serves a “Med Agent” as assigned;

Operates the central control room as assigned;

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Ability to communicate effectively with detainees, staff, law enforcement personnel, and others, orally and in writing; general knowledge in the use of computers and basic word processing software; ability to efficiently plan and organize work; ability to work independently; ability to work effectively with co-workers, detainees, and other professionals; ability to work with maladjusted juveniles; ability to provide effective crisis management services; ability and willingness to work as a part of a professional team; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, detainees, parents and/or legal guardians, and the general public; ability to exercise sound independent judgment; ability to safely and effectively physically restrain out of control detainees; ability to safely and efficiently operate a motor vehicle. Knowledge of the juvenile justice system, individual and group behavior, security practices, suicide prevention, crisis intervention techniques, medications and side effects, and group facilitation.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in psychology, social work, sociology, criminal justice or related allied profession, preferring candidates with volunteer or paid experience working with children and/or teenagers; Associate degree, or equivalent with at least 3 months of volunteer or paid experience working with children and/or teenagers; or a high school diploma or equivalent with 6 months volunteer or paid experience working with older children and/or teenagers, preferably in a residential environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees, detainees, and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact. Physical ability to effectively use and operate office equipment, such as, computers, calculators, copiers, and fax machine. Must have the ability to walk and stand for long periods of time. Must have the physical capacity to lift a minimum of 1.5 cubic feet of files (approximately 40 lbs.), move furniture, and restrain violent detainees.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have valid CPR and First Aid certifications prior to employment. Must be able to successfully complete and maintain certification in CPR, First Aid, Med Agent, OSHA, and physical restraint without accommodation outside normal training guidelines. Must have a valid Virginia drivers' license.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.64 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

403(b)
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Paid training
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Have to pass drug/alcohol test

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

maladjusted youth: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Virginia drivers license (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Roanoke, VA 24012 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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