Bernco
Youth Program Officer II- - ($5,000 Sign on Incentive for External Candidates Only)
Albuquerque, NM · Mid
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 7 days ago
CommunicationOSHA
About the role
- The classification, under general supervision of a Program Manager, provide direct supervision, care and treatment of residents who are in the custody of the Youth Services Center or its programs.
- Conduct and participate with in-service training and staff development programs.
- Assist in training, assigning, and leading subordinate staff.
Responsibilities
- Maintain security, order and discipline to prevent disturbance, escapes and ensure the safety of residents, staff and the community.
- Serve as first line lead-worker to ensure shifts are fully staffed and that maintenance of units and facility security are maintained including resident searches and facility inspections.
- Evaluate, recommend and implement programs to educate residents in daily living skills, social skills and work/study habits.
- shift transition, including but not limited to accumulation of all pertinent documents, staffing issues, resident count and equipment and keys.
Requirements
- Associate's Degree in Law Enforcement, Criminology, Psychology or related field in addition to one (1) year related experience working in a lockdown, secure or correctional facility.
- Employee must complete required FEMA training(s) as assigned to position.
- Employee must comply with Bernalillo County safety policy requirements to include use of an OSHA approved respirator when required.
- Employee must have a valid New Mexico driver's license by employment date and maintain a valid NM driver's license while employed in this position.
- Employee may be required to do shift work.
- Perform other operational job-related duties and on the job training as required or assigned.
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