Youth Corrections Officer Day Shift

Job description

General Responsibilities: To provide daily care of residents in the facility, following all criteria set by the State Manual and the Executive Director. Assist the Security Supervisor with the implementation of the rules and policies set by the State of Tennessee. All shift hours are available.

Duties:

1. Perform intake on new residents.

2. Keep daily logs.

3. Participate in reporting and handling of crisis situations.

4. Establish good rapport with residents and teach Independent Living Skills.

5. Provide transportation for clients when needed.

6. Maintain knowledge of community resources.

7. Maintain discipline following State guidelines.

8. Monitor residents for safe environment at the facility.

9. Conduct yourself in a firm, non-offensive, and professional manner on shift.

10. Appropriately communicate with residents as well as staff.

11. Demonstrate competence in cultural knowledge, awareness, and sensitivity.

12. Follow all applicable policies of Hollis Academy.

13. Participate in the PQI program as requested.

14. Perform other job related duties as assigned by the Security Supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience: A Youth Security Officer(YSO)/Direct Care Worker must be 21 years of age with a High School Diploma/GED and NO FELONY CONVICTION. Also, must be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person