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Juvenile Delinquency Specialist - Female Unit

Four Oaks Family & Children Services • Full-time • Cedar Rapids, Iowa • 4w ago

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US-IA-Cedar Rapids - Cedar Rapids, IA

Full Time

High School Diploma or GED

No Travel required

Varied Shifts

Nonprofit - Social Services

Position Details

What you will do?

As a Juvenile Delinquency Specialist you will be responsible for ensuring the safety, security and control of the facility, personnel and clients. This position will work directly with volatile and distraught female juveniles with the goal of promoting well being for success. This position will work on an all female unit. Specific duties include:

Maintains appropriate levels interaction and positive role modeling with youth while providing daily care & support.
Maintains security by conducting and recording bedroom checks, ensuring doors are locked and secure while observing and reporting youth behavior and/or suspicious activities.
Physically restrains juveniles under certain circumstances and notifies staff of emergency situations.
Provides counseling to youth on situational problems that may arise.
Instructs juveniles regarding facility rules, regulations, and procedures while utilizing behavior management skills.
Assist juveniles with techniques to overcome behavioral, emotional, medical and programming needs.
Plans and supervises behavioral, educational, instructional, and recreational activities.
Understands the medical and special needs of the client and coordinates activities accordingly.

Why Work here?

Four Oaks understands the importance of supporting and treating one another as if they were our own family members. We believe in maintaining a healthy work/life balance while providing career paths for everyone. Our organization flourishes in an environment of equal opportunity and fair treatment for all. The effects of diversity and inclusion have created an atmosphere of positivity which connects us to the customers we serve. As a valued team member, you are eligible for:

Medical, dental & vision insurance
401k Retirement plan
Growth & Advancement opportunities
Competitive Wages
Excellent paid leave time package
7 paid holidays
Business casual work environment
Educational discounts
Fitness Center Discounts

Qualifications & Program Information

What you need:

You will need to be at least 21 years of age and possess a High School Diploma or GED to qualify. A background in law enforcement, military, EMS, criminal justice, corrections or similar field is preferable. Additional requirements include: