This is a part-time, FLSA non-exempt position with Carson City Juvenile Services, not to exceed 1,039 hours in any fiscal year, July 1 - June 30. Under general supervision, monitors the safety and security of juveniles housed in a correctional residential facility and/or work sites; monitors the safety and security of the facility and/or work sites; performs light housekeeping and custodial duties.
This recruitment will remain open until recruitment needs are satisfied. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately, as hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Experience:
Equivalent to a High School Diploma or GED; AND one (1) year of experience working with at-risk youth in a detention setting or other similar setting; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
All applicants will be required to:
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Carson City Health Department Food Service Handling Certificate. (Must have or be able to obtain within two (2) months of hire date.)
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Valid driver’s license.
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CPR/First Aid certification. (Must have or be able to obtain within two (2) months of hire date.)
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Successfully qualified with O.C. Spray & Defensive Tactics. (Must be qualified at time of hire or be qualified within two (2) months of hire date.)
Special Requirements:
All applicants will be required to:
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Pass a comprehensive background investigation. Pursuant to NRS 62G.353, also Prison Rape Elimination Act Standard 115.317
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Pass Voice Stress Analysis test
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Pass a city approved Medical examination, including drug screen
Required Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of:
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General emotional and behavioral patterns of both delinquent and non-delinquent juveniles and the causes of juvenile delinquency.
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General principles of working with adolescent groups and individuals.
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Basic office practices and procedures, including using a computer and associated software.
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State and local laws related to juvenile justice, child welfare and the court system.
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Record keeping practices.
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Must satisfactorily complete Defensive Tactics Training within six (6) months of hire.
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Techniques for dealing with juveniles from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, including basic crisis intervention techniques.
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Detention security procedures and techniques.
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First Aid, CPR, AED and OC Spray techniques.
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Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Skill in:
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Monitoring and maintaining the safety and security of juveniles and detention facilities and/or work sites.
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Exercising appropriate restraint of juveniles, physically and mechanically.
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Accurately observing and recording juvenile behavior, including depression, drug and/or alcohol abuse; psychological/social dysfunctions.
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Maintaining accurate records of work performed; preparing clear and concise written incident reports; producing various statistical reports.
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Reading and analyzing policy and procedure manuals, state laws and governmental regulations.
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Use of specified computer applications involving word processing, data entry and/or standard report generation.
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Understanding and following oral and written directions.
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Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
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Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
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Use of hand-held radios.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Under General Supervision - Incumbents at this level are given assignments and objectives that are governed by specifically outlined work methods and a sequence of steps, which are explained in general terms. The responsibility for achieving the work objectives, however, rests with a superior. Immediate supervision is not consistent, but checks are integrated into work processes and/or reviews are frequent enough to ensure compliance with instructions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mobility to work in a typical detention setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to sit and stand for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and restrain an individual who may be of danger to themselves and/or others; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone; exposure to traffic conditions and external environment when traveling from one office to another.
Must have the physical ability to participate in defensive tactics training and sustain the effects of O.C. (pepper spray) in the eyes. Must have the ability to physically restrain detained youth weighing over 200 lbs. Must be willing to work evenings, nights, weekends and holiday shifts. Work in violent, traumatic or highly charged emotional environments. May be subject to exposure to blood and airborne diseases/fluids.
