Dallas County Juvenile Detention Center

Detention Counselor Job Posting

Full & Part Time

March 12, 2018

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Juvenile Detention Director, the Detention Counselor will direct the activities of detained youth in all areas.  The Counselor will maintain the safety of detainees at all times, conduct regular check of detainees and maintain order in facility.  Serves meals, supervise youth during visiting hours and may transport detainees to various appointments.  Performs various housekeeping duties or supervise detainees in this function.  Detention Counselor must have a high school diploma or GED equivalency and be able to work flexible hours and be on call on a rotating basis.  Detention Counselor must also have a good temperament and ability to function well in stressful situations.

Position Requirements and Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with detainees, staff, law enforcement personnel, and others, orally and in writing;
• Ability to efficiently plan and organize work;
• Ability to work independently;
• Ability to work effectively with co-workers, detainees, and other professionals;
• Ability to work with maladjusted juveniles;
• Ability and willingness work as a part of a professional team;

Education

• High School Diploma
• 3-5 years job related experience preferred not required

Applications will be taken in the Human Resources Department on the first floor of the Dallas County Annex between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Resumes may be e-mailed to betty.russell@dallascounty-al.org or faxed to: Human Resources Department at 334-877-2796.

DALLAS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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