Detention Counselor

About the role

The Detention Counselor is a uniformed, security-trained member of the Unit Management Team responsible for resolving daily inmate issues before they escalate.

Responsibilities

• Resolve daily inmate issues before they become significant matters, incidents, or grievances.
• Ensure services and programs are delivered to inmates assigned to the unit at a time and manner as designed.
• Maintain a caseload of inmates with the primary purpose of resolving daily living issues before they expand into significant incidents.
• Conduct one-on-one meetings with inmates regarding grievance or potential grievance matters and resolve the situation within the framework of policy.
• Develop an interactive working relationship with inmates that supports the informal resolution of inmate issues.
• Develop and maintain a cooperative working relationship with institution departments built on respect that supports problem-solving.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma, GED certification, or equivalent.
• Two years of security experience in a criminal justice field, preferably including one year in a supervisory capacity.
• Additional education may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.

Pay

$31.36 per hour