- Salary
- $23 – $28/hr
- Location
- Tehama County, CA, CA, US
- Department
- Administration
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description


Juvenile Detention Officer I:
About the Position: Under the direction of the Supervising Juvenile Detention Officer, provides proper counseling, treatment, recreation and daily living activities for juveniles detained in the Juvenile Detention Facility; performs various tasks to help ensure the safety and welfare of juveniles, staff members and the general public. Performs related work as required.
- Monitors and enforces security procedures and department policies and rules.
- Directs and supervises juveniles’ daily physical education activities, including dining, recreational, personal hygiene and housekeeping activities.
- Provides for juveniles’ needs, including delivery of prescribed medications, linens and supplies.
- Applies disciplinary measures for juveniles as appropriate.
- Counsels juveniles and their family members; develops treatment plans detailing behavioral goals using behavior modification techniques. Provides group counseling as required.
JDO I/II:
- Equivalent to the completion of twelfth (12th) grade and graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Services or a closely related field is desirable. Two years of related work experience may be substituted for one year of the required education.
- Prior experience supervising juveniles in a controlled setting is desirable.
- Requires one (1) year of experience at the level of Juvenile Detention Officer I level or equivalent.
License & Special Requirements:
JDO I/II:
- Requires a valid California driver’s license
- Must complete and maintain Penal Code 832 qualifications.
- Must possess current certification in CPR and first aid.
JDO I:
- Within one (1) year after appointment to this classification, must successfully complete required instruction in the Juvenile Corrections Officer CORE course as certified by the California State Board of Corrections under the Standards and Training for Corrections program;
- Must have successfully complete required instruction in the Juvenile Corrections Officer CORE course as certified by the California State Board of Corrections under the Standards and Training for Corrections program.
The department is currently recruiting for multiple vacancies.
In addition, Tehama County is establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for a Juvenile Detention Officer I/II, as well as subsequent vacancies, which occur during the life of the eligibility list.