Title of position: Detention Administrative Assistant-Detention/Sanctions Officer
Description of essential duties and responsibilities: Detention/Sanctions Officer
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Supervises residents, keeping them in close proximity and in visual and auditory contact at all times.
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Supervises the chores of each resident and ensures that the detention facility is properly maintained.
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Provides input to shift supervisor regarding daily activities and incidents related to residents.
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Assures that residents practice proper personal hygiene.
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Assures that residents maintain their schedule.
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Develops a thorough understanding of all security and emergency procedures.
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Participates in shift change and ensures that all pertinent information is passed on.
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Follows all detention / sanction policies and procedures.
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Performs housekeeping duties in defined areas and ensures that the facility is clean.
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Ensures that the shift supervisor is aware of all pertinent information that affects the health and well-being of residents and the safety and security of the facility.
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Reports any maintenance problems to the shift supervisor.
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Is responsible for ensuring that the physical and emotional needs of the residents are met on their shift, within the defined parameters of the detention center.
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Performs other duties as directed by the shift supervisor or program coordinator.
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Must wear a county-issued shirt.
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Comes to work on a regular full-time basis.
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Attends scheduled staff meetings and trainings.
Description of essential duties and responsibilities: Detention Administrative Assistant
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Filing and maintaining detention residents’ files in current and good order
daily to include referral, admission, legal, medical, intake, detention log and in-house sanction log.
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Filing and maintaining records and statistics including payroll, population reports, training, monthly billing, utilization rate, resident log, staff meeting minutes and ordering supplies.
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Typing and filing correspondence and records.
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Assisting other Center programs when directed.
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Assisting with direct care of detention residents when directed.
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Assisting with visitors to the Center and providing escorts as needed.
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Performing other job duties as directed.
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Scheduling agency employees for CPR/first aid and HWC training.
Qualifications for position:
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Must be at least 21 years of age
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A high school diploma or equivalent.
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Must pass a background check, drug and alcohol screening
Supervisory relationships:
This position reports directly to the Shift Supervisor or the Assistant Director and Director
Skills and knowledge required: Basic office skills are required. Must have good telephone skills. Must be able to type 40 words per minute. Must be familiar with computers and Office operating systems. Must be able to stand on his/her feet for an entire eight-hour shift. Must have the skills necessary to operate the security devices in a safe and adequate manner.
The individual must be physically able to restrain a juvenile should it become necessary, have adequate visual and auditory skills to supervise residents, be physically able to stand on his/her feet for an entire eight-hour shift and have skills necessary to operate the security devices in a safe and competent manner.
Prior experience required:
None; will receive required training on site
Personal qualities:
Individual should have sufficient interpersonal skills to work closely with peers and residents.
Amount of travel and other special conditions or requirements:
Some travel may be required in carrying out duties and training
Safety Sensitive:
Due to the safety sensitive nature of this position, medical marijuana license holders who test positive for marijuana will not be qualified for this position.
Work Schedule:
Required 40-hour work week; Must be able to work a variable and flexible schedule, must be able to come in on short notice if necessary, and must be able to work hours other than a regularly schedule shift.