Juvenile Institutions Officer- Extra Help



Job Details

Juvenile Institutions Officer- Extra Help
Employer

County of Santa Barbara

Salary

$18.92 Hourly

Location

County of Santa Barbara - All locations, CA

Job Type

Temporary Agency Help

Job Number

CSR 905-04

Department

Probation

Opening Date

11/25/2014

Closing Date

Continuous

Description

The Santa Barbara County Probation Department invites applications for Juvenile Institutions Officer - Extra Help.  The Extra Help position represents an on-call position.  Note: Hours worked per year are limited to 1,040 for the year and average 28 hours per week maximum.  Hours are NOT guaranteed.  Juvenile Institutions Officer, Extra Help staff should reside within one hour and 30 minutes of the facility to ensure a reasonable response time. Please take this information into consideration before deciding to proceed in applying for this position.      

 

THE POSITION:

The primary role of a Juvenile Institutions Officer is to supervise, control, guide, routinely counsel and motivate a group of juveniles in detention and/or treatment facilities under the supervision and direction of a full time Juvenile Institutions Officer, Senior Juvenile Institutions Officer and or Senior Deputy Probation Officer.

Examples of Duties

- Orients, observes, supervises, controls, motivates, and counsels juveniles in a detention and/or treatment facility; enforces disciplinary rules and policies of the institution/facility; delivers medication as prescribed; particpates in individual, group, or crisis counseling and facilitates the application of certain programs.

- Plans, organizes, and coordinates work project details, recreation, and leisure activities for juvenile detainees; ensures juveniles complete activities within allotted timeframes. 

- Observes and writes reports on the attitude, behavior, and adjustment of juvenile detainees; and enters pertinent narrative and statistical information into computer programs.

- Receives and releases juveniles; supervises visits between parents and juveniles; supervises juveniles who are on alternative release status or on probation and living at home.

- Searches minors and their rooms for safety and security reasons; physically restrains assaultive juveniles; secures and transports detained juveniles.

Employment Standards

- Completion of 90 transferable quarter units or 60 transferable semester units of college coursework, including 14 quarter or 9 semester units in sociology, psychology, criminology, or a related field that would provide the required knowledge and abilities; OR

- A combination of training, education and experience equivalent to that listed above that would provide the required knowledge and abilities (an example of equivalent experience would be working with juvenile offenders as a counselor in a group home). 

Appointees must be at least 21 years of age.

Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License and current automobile insurance.  Driver's license must be kept valid throughout the term of employment.  Incumbents must be able to travel independently.

Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship. 

Must meet minimum peace officer standards as specified in Government Code Sections 1029 and 1031 including, but not limited to: not currently on probation for a misdemeanor; no prior felony convictions (unless fully pardoned); good moral character as determined through a background check (including a polygraph examination); and no physical, mental or emotional condition which might adversely affect the powers of a peace officer. 

All appointees must successfully complete 40 hours of intense, on-the-job training, which focuses on facility security and operations, psychological principles and techniques applicable to the care and rehabilitation of juvenile offenders, and the growth, development, needs and problems of minors.  Additionally, within the first year of hire appointees must successfully complete 160 hours of Juvenile Institutions Officer Core training, 40 hours of 832 PC training and 24 hours of departmental specific training.  

Knowledge of:  
standard English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and usage; college-level report writing; standard computer applications used in an office; basic math including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers and percentages.

Ability to:  read and comprehend material at college level; learn and apply psychological principles and techniques applicable to the care and rehabilitation of juvenile delinquents; learn about the growth, development, needs, and problems of minors; gain the confidence and respect of juveniles; supervise juveniles; perceive, evaluate, and de-escalate or resolve tense group situations; make rational decisions; observe, recall and document behavior; note behavior patterns and behavior changes for signs of potential problems; read, understand and apply laws, regulations and procedures; enforce rules while maintaining flexibility; counsel and motivate individuals and groups and provide support and control as needed; work with juveniles in an assertive, calm manner; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; work well under pressure; work in a structured, regimented environment; meet deadlines; maintain confidentiality and impartiality; maintain professional demeanor even when dealing with hostile or abusive individuals; use a computer keyboard.

Supplemental Information

Desirable Qualifications:

Knowledge of adolescent psychology, juvenile justice, juvenile delinquency, counseling, basic knowledge of the criminal justice system.

Education:  A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with related course work focus is most desirable along with bilingual Spanish skills. 


The background process will include:

 

  • Completion of the Personal History Statement and associated documents and waivers
  • Fingerprint submission
  • Credit/Financial check
  • Medical evaluation
  • Polygraph examination
  • Psychological evaluation

Please be advised that the following circumstances are cause for disqualification:

 

  • Use of any controlled substances within one year and within a specified time frames after one year depending on the drug.
  • Any felony convictions
  • Convicted for any sex offense with a victim.
  • Conviction with elements of violence within the past five (5) years.
  • Conviction for crimes against property within the past five (5) years.
  • Felony conviction reduced to a misdemeanor within the past five (5) years.
  • Evidence of alcohol or substance abuse dependency within the past 24 months which demonstrates impairment must be accompanied by a minimum of 24 months sobriety.
  • Presently on probation (formal or informal).
  • Domestic violence

 

The ideal candidate will possess:

 

  • Excellent command presence
  • Strong written and oral communication
  • Reputation for honesty and trustworthiness
  • Good moral character
  • Credibility
  • Integrity

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dependent on Bargaining Unit in which position is filled.

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I acknowledge that it is my responsibility as an applicant to provide sufficient information on my application to demonstrate that my education and experience meets the employment standards (minimum qualifications) for this position as detailed in the job bulletin. I further acknowledge that if the County determines that I do not meet the employment standards there will be no opportunity for me to provide additional information regarding my application after the closing date listed on the job bulletin. Therefore, I understand that before submitting a job application, it is important that I review the job bulletin thoroughly and ensure that my application clearly reflects how my education and experience meets the employment standards at the time I submit my application.
  • I understand
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As part of the application process, a completed supplemental questionnaire must be submitted along with the standard application. Resumes will be accepted, but NOT in lieu of a completed application and supplemental questionnaire.
  • I understand
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The Human Resources Department communicates with All Applicants through e-mail. Please make sure your email address is entered correctly and it is current. If you feel you are not receiving your emails, please check your spam or junk inbox for our emails.
  • I understand
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This position requires that you check All Locations on your application. You will be assigned a work location and you may also get transferred to another work location. Please make sure on your application, you check All Locations and that you are willing to accept initial employment at All Locations.
  • I understand
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All applicants must meet one of the requirements (minimum qualifications) listed below at the time you apply. It is the applicant's responsibility to provide all supporting information on their application and not on your resume. Please check which employment standard you qualify. If you realize you do not meet one of the qualifications listed below or do not provide enough information on how you meet the employment standard you selected; please be aware, your application will not be accepted. 1. Completion of 90 quarter units or 60 semester units or higher level of college coursework, including 14 quarter or 9 semester units in sociology, psychology, criminology, or a related field, that would provide the required knowledge and abilities; or, 2. Two years of a combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to that listed above that would provide the required knowledge and abilities (an example of equivalent experience would be working with juvenile offenders, as a counselor in a group home. Law enforcement experience, Military service or working in the adult prison system is not considered experience for this position).
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PLEASE ANSWER, IF YOU SELECTED Employment Standard 1 A) Provide the name of the degree B) Date of completion C) How many Semester/Quarter Units earned if your area of study is not in sociology, psychology, or criminology. You must provide the following information. YOU MUST HAVE 14 quarter or 9 semester units in sociology, psychology, criminology, or directly related. Below please provide the following information for each course taken. A) Name of coursework taken. B) List the number of credits earned and if semester or quarter units.
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PLEASE ANSWER, IF YOU SELECTED Employment Standard 2 Two years of a combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Please provide the following information: A) Provide any work experience that is equivalent to the knowledge & abilities. B) Provide any training that is equivalent to the knowledge & abilities. C) List any courses/certificates coursework, including 14 quarter or 9 semester units in sociology, psychology, criminology, or a related field. A) Name of coursework taken. B) List the number of credits earned and if semester or quarter units.
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It is important to read all the following questions and determine if you meet the criteria and are willing to work in these conditions. If you answer NO to any of the questions; this job may not be for you.
  • I understand
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Some assignments for this position may require you to work at a remote location in the Los Padres National Forest in Santa Barbara County. Are you willing to work under these conditions?
  • Yes
  • No
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Are you a U.S. Citizen, or permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for U.S. Citizenship?
  • Yes
  • No
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This position requires you to work at any location within the County and you may be transferred to another location at any time. Are you willing to work under these conditions?
  • Yes
  • No
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Depending on assignment or work load, are you willing to work on standby duty, where you may be called to work outside normal business hours?
  • Yes
  • No
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Are you willing/able to supervise detainees while they are showering?
  • Yes
  • No
14
Are you willing to physically restrain a minor?
  • Yes
  • No
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Are you willing to work 12-hour shifts, such as 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM?
  • Yes
  • No
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Are you willing to work weekends and holidays (including Thanksgiving and Christmas)?
  • Yes
  • No
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Are you able to maintain an effective working relationship with people from a variety of economic and cultural backgrounds?
  • Yes
  • No
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Are you able to maintain confidentiality of information, such as arrest and conviction records, medical history, and mental health status?
  • Yes
  • No
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Are you able to withstand verbal assaults without losing self-control?
  • Yes
  • No
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Are you willing to perform CPR/First Aid on a person who has been assaulted or otherwise injured?
  • Yes
  • No
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Are you willing to refrain from associating with non-law abiding people in accordance with the Santa Barbara County Probation Department's Policies and procedures?
  • Yes
  • No
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Have you refrained from using illegal substances for the last 12 months, including Marijuana?
  • Yes
  • No
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Are you in good financial standing (good credit, no bankruptcies, current on any court-mandated payments)?
  • Yes
  • No
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Do you have a good driving record (few citations, no outstanding tickets, no DUIs)?
  • Yes
  • No
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Do you have a positive employment history (not fired for cause, gave proper notice when leaving etc.)?
  • Yes
  • No
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Are you willing and able to be honest in every part of the examination/hiring process?
  • Yes
  • No
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I understand that as part of the selection process for Juvenile Institutions Officer, Extra Help; I may undergo a thorough background investigation, including a polygraph examination. Once I have been given a conditional job offer and accept it, I will undergo a psychological and physical examination. Any falsification of information, with holding of information or failure to meet the standards listed above during this process will result in my disqualification. I acknowledge that I have read and understand the information listed above.
  • Yes
  • No

* Required Question

Employer
County of Santa Barbara
Address
1226 Anacapa Street

Santa Barbara, California, 93101

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