Juvenile Correctional Specialist (Wage/Hourly)

Title: Juvenile Correctional Specialist (Wage/Hourly) 

State Role Title: Security Officer IV

Hiring Range: $28.00 an hour

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice

Location:  Bon Air JCC

Agency Website:  

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Do you desire to be a champion for OUR youth?

The Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice may be the right place for you!

Why DJJ?
Working as a Juvenile Correctional Specialist provides an opportunity to improve the lives of youth, families, and communities.

About the Job: The Bon Air Juvenile Correctional facility operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with 8 and 12-hour shifts available for hourly/wage staff. Shift availability is contingent upon the needs of the facility. This role is on a part-time hourly basis committing to an average of 29 hours per week. Weekend and holiday availability is desired by selected candidates.

The Juvenile Correctional Specialist will: implement best practices in the supervision, security, and treatment of juveniles in a correctional setting, to provide residents with a safe living environment conducive to growth and change. Duties/Responsibilities: Oversees and monitors all activities, maintaining security and control to ensure the safety and well-being of all residents and staff. Conduct and document security/safety checks and intervene in behavioral crisis situations to ensure safety through the use of approved intervention/de-escalation strategies and techniques to include by are not limited to, verbal de-escalation, physical restraint, and mechanical restraints. Engages and encourages residents to achieve treatment and personal learning goals to assist in their life-long success. Completes all administrative and program documentation (such as time sheets, leave forms, incident reports, logbook entries, various forms, etc.) legibly, completely, timely, and accurately. Documents activities, observations, and interactions with residents, staff, and the public, in accordance with procedures. Completes required forms and reports, behavior management program data, logbook entries, and other written documents. Works as part of a multi-disciplinary treatment team dedicated to helping young people reach their goals while in a secure environment and preparing them for successful reentry into the community. This position fosters a therapeutic environment by serving as a role model and mentor to residents and by maintaining 24-hour safety and security.

This position is hourly/wage and does not include state health benefits.

Multiple positions will be filled from this recruitment announcement. This recruitment is open until filled. A continuous review of applications will take place until the position is filled.

As a requirement of this position, you will need to be able to commit to an initial basic skills training conducted at the Virginia Public Safety Training Center. 

DJJ SEEKS APPLICANTS WITH TRAINING / CERTIFICATIONS TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO: PREA, DOCUMENTATION, VERBAL INTERVENTION, GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE, SIB/SUICIDE PREVENTION, INTERNAL INVESTIGATION, CIVIL LIABILITY, SAFETY AND SECURITY, GANGS, CPR/AED/FIRST AID, & PROFESSIONALISM.

Minimum Qualifications

The ideal candidate will working knowledge of conflict resolution and the use of verbal intervention techniques, of safety and security procedures and practices, and of crisis intervention in a residential or secure setting. Demonstrated ability to quickly assess situations and provide the appropriate response, to effectively supervise and work with residents, and to serve as a positive role model. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, to maintain records and documentation, and prepare reports. Ability to perform physical intervention (restraint) techniques in accordance with procedure and training.

Additional Considerations

Working knowledge of safety and security procedures and practices; crisis intervention
in a residential or secure setting; facilitating and/or implementing treatment programs; and
adolescent development.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Application Process:
Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the position’s closing date. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Applications sent through postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered.

Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities.
You will be provided an email confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application. Status updates will not be provided via telephone or email.

Background & Pre-employment Screenings:
Selected applicants are subject to a background investigation and pre-employment drug screen. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (if required and relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Pre-employment medical screenings are required for some DJJ positions.

Driver License: A valid driver’s license is required of DJJ employees to operate a state-owned or leased vehicle.

Supplemental Questions:
You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.

Lay off Policy 1.3:
If you have been impacted by the DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and have a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), it is necessary to submit the card before the closing date for this position. You can include the Card as an attachment with your state application.

DJJ Welcomes Veterans:
DJJ is committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible to receive additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military, National Guard, or Reserve. If applicable, please submit form DD-214 with your state application.

The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.

Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable Accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact our Human Resources Department for further assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Department of Juvenile Justice practices fair and equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is our goal to foster a culture that demonstrates the principles of civility, diversity, opportunity, and inclusion.

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In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways  for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.