Jobs Part-Time Youth Detention Worker
Department
Southwest Iowa Juvenile Detention Center
Salary
$14 - $14/hour
Status
Part-time
Location
629 6th Avenue, Council Bluffs
Posted
4/6/2022
Apply Online Southwest Iowa Juvenile Detention Center
Salary
$14 - $14/hour
Status
Part-time
Location
629 6th Avenue, Council Bluffs
Posted
4/6/2022
Summary
The Southwest Iowa Juvenile Detention Center, located in Council Bluffs, is looking for part-time Youth Detention Workers.The detention center is a 25 bed locked facility that houses both male and female juveniles between the ages of 12 and 17 years old.
An individual in this position shifts and hours worked may include overnights, holidays, weekends, and on an as needed basis. However, an individual in this position can expect to work part time hours, flexible to their schedule.
The pay for this position is $14/hr., and will increase to $16.50/hr. on July 1, 2022.
Weekend differential pay of .50/hr. is also offered.
Please note, you MUST include 3 references with your application!
Essential Functions
The Youth Corrections Worker is responsible for, but not limited to the following duties:Ensuring the safety and security of all juveniles and the facility
The direct supervision and care of detained youth
Intake process of detained juveniles
Dispense medication
Conduct group sessions
Guide the juveniles through daily programming
Essential Knowledge, Experience, and Ability
Essential Education, Certification, and/or Licenses
High School Diploma or equivalent (prefer college hours).
Must be able to pass a thorough background check, physical agility test and drug screening.
I was fortunate to become part of the Pottawattamie County family in 2014. I haven't wanted to work any other place since. The personnel I've come to know have truly become like family.
Ryan, Deputy
Sheriff's Office
7 Years with Pottawattamie County
Sheriff's Office
7 Years with Pottawattamie County