Youth Care Professional-1

Hinds County Tax Assessors Off

Henley, Mississippi, US
Base: $31,000; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Maintain safety of detainees
Conduct facility checks
Process youth entering center
Incumbents initially perform routine duties assigned to positions in this series and work under the supervision of the Detention Supervisor

Job Summary

  • Incumbents initially perform routine duties assigned to positions in this series and work under the supervision of the Detention Supervisor.
  • Maintains the safety of detainees at all times, conducts regular checks of facilities, maintains calm and order in facility and conducts cell searches and strip searches as necessary.
  • Process youth entering the Juvenile Justice Center, complete appropriate forms and related paperwork and issues clothing and personal hygiene supplies to detainees as appropriate.

Matching Summary

Incumbents initially perform routine duties assigned to positions in this series and work under the supervision of the Detention Supervisor.

Salary

Base: $31,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Maintain safety of detainees
  • Conduct facility checks
  • Process youth entering center
  • Transport detainees
  • Supervise youth during visiting hours

Nice-to-have

  • Perform first aid
  • Perform life-saving measures
  • Direct youth in housekeeping duties

Key Requirements

  • Associate's degree or High school diploma
  • Previous corrections experience preferred
  • Valid Mississippi driver’s license

Work Rights

Not specified

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