Juvenile Correctional Sergeant- Macon Ydc- Macon Ga

State of Georgia

Macon, Georgia, US
Base: $53,068.00; bonus/equity: military salary in...
On-site
Custody and security of detained youth
Active supervision and discipline intervention
Maintenance of therapeutic environment
The State of Georgia is seeking a Juvenile Correctional Sergeant for the Macon Youth Development Center, responsible for ensuring the safety and rehabilitation of detained youth. The role involves supervising staff, maintaining security protocols, and providing guidance to promote pro-social behaviors. Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED, relevant experience, and certification within a specified timeframe

Job Summary

  • The role focuses on positively impacting the lives of youth by maintaining a safe, therapeutic, and educational environment within juvenile facilities.
  • Employees are responsible for supervising subordinate staff, intervening to control inappropriate behavior, and ensuring the welfare of detained youth.
  • Eligible employees receive generous benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave as part of the Total Rewards initiative.

Matching Summary

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The State of Georgia is seeking a Juvenile Correctional Sergeant for the Macon Youth Development Center, responsible for ensuring the safety and rehabilitation of detained youth. The role involves supervising staff, maintaining security protocols, and providing guidance to promote pro-social behaviors. Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED, relevant experience, and certification within a specified timeframe.

Salary

Base: $53,068.00; Bonus/Equity: Military Salary Increase Incentive up to 10.0% for 4+ years service; Benefits: Health/dental insurance, retirement plan, paid holidays/vacation/sick leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • custody and security of detained youth
  • active supervision and discipline intervention
  • maintenance of therapeutic environment
  • administrative record keeping and reporting

Nice-to-have

  • patience and empathy for youth
  • pro-social behavior modeling
  • collaborative team leadership
  • professionalism in high-stress settings

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Six months experience as Juvenile Correctional Officer 3
  • State of Georgia P.O.S.T. Certification
  • Completion of Leadership Core Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced training
  • Criminal background check clearance

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