Relief Detention Specialist

Introduction

The Prince William County Office of Youth Services is seeking to hire a Relief Detention Specialist at two youth facilities: the Juvenile Detention Center (JDC) and the Molinari Juvenile Shelter (MJS). The JDC is located in Manassas on Rt. 234 and provides secure custody to juveniles between the ages of 12-20 who are criminally charged pending court adjudication, waiting for transfer to another facility or an appropriate placement. The MJS is a short-term residential program for boys and girls ages 10 to 17 who are in crisis and need temporary placement.

WHAT THE JOB ENTAILS

• Supervise residential activities during assigned shift
• Organize and supervise recreational, educational, and life skills programs
• Conduct group activities on topics such as problem-solving, anger management, and decision-making
• Enforce facility regulations, policies, and procedures, and recommend revisions to policies and procedures
• Monitor the shelter to ensure safety and efficient operations
• Perform intake procedures, including completing intakes, releases, tracking court dates, and coordinating with other agencies
• Respond to disorderly youth
• Facilitate video conferencing for FAPT Meetings, Treatment Teams, Visitations, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the shift supervisor or Assistant Superintendent

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• Ideal candidate should have experience working with at-risk youth, preferably in a non-secure residential or secure facility. Any experience working with youth or at-risk youth is welcome.
• Flexible, independent, and capable of making decisions based on established policies and procedures.
• Able to model positive decision-making skills and guide youth to make better choices.
• Ability to perform physical restraints when necessary, using the "Handle with Care" techniques.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use handheld radios.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or G.E.D. and 1 year of experience working and/or volunteering with youth in any of the following areas: youth activities/training, social services, security, military, law enforcement, or detention.

PREFERRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Knowledge of trends and practices for working with at-risk youth.
• Experience working in nonsecure or secure settings.
• Experience working with at-risk youth in a secure or non-secure residential setting.
• Experience facilitating psycho-educational groups.
• Experience with implementing positive behavioral modification methods, pro-social engagement, progressive engagement, trauma-informed models, and experience with conflict resolution.
• Experience using physical restraint techniques such as "Handle with Care."
• CPR/First Aid Certified.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).

SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS

• JDC Schedule is based on 12-hour shifts: DAY’s 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. or NIGHT’s 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.
• MJS Schedule is based on various 6-10 hours shifts Sunday – Saturday days, evenings, and overnight.

HIRING SALARY RANGE

$23.25 - $39.32