Texas
TJJD - Juvenile Correctional Officer II / III / IV - (BWD) - Part Time - 52075
Texas, Brownwood, Texas, United States, 76801
Shifts vary depending on availability (Part Time)
HOW TO APPLY
Complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the following additional forms (available at the TJJD careers site): TJJD Employment Application Supplement (HR-003) Child Abuse Registry Check Consent Form (HR-028) Disclosure of PREA Employment Standards Violation (HR-975) Authorization to Release Information (HR-074) Failure to complete and submit the above forms will cause delays in your consideration for this position. Apply Online
at the CAPPS Career Center and attach to the application the above forms along with copies of educational credentials and licenses/certifications. If you are a veteran, include your DD Form 214. Apply through Work-In-Texas
and attach the required supplemental questions/forms along with copies of diplomas, transcripts, licenses/certifications, and DD Form 214 where applicable. The additional forms are available at the TJJD HR site and can be submitted via email to hrjobsrjackson@tjjd.texas.gov. Apply via Email
to hrjobsrjackson@tjjd.texas.gov with the completed application, supplemental forms, and required documents. PLEASE NOTE
Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment history, not limited to the past 10-15 years. Include job titles, employer, dates, supervisor’s name and phone, duties, and whether full-time or part-time. Resumes do not replace this information. Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and any other minimum qualifications. BENEFITS
State of Texas Benefits and Retirement information: ers.texas.gov. Benefits include retirement, health and life insurance, holidays, vacation, sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance, EAP. Optional benefits include dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending accounts. Some positions offer hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancement, and meals on duty. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Provides supervision and direct care for youth in a residential correctional facility. Helps youth learn and apply methods to manage stress and trauma and behave socially. Maintains safety, security, and appropriate structure. Builds healthy relationships with youth and supports progress toward individualized treatment goals. May require on-call duties and travel. CAREER LADDER AND TRAINING
This position is in the TJJD career ladder for Juvenile Correctional Officers (JCO). Career ladder salary adjustments occur per policy (PRS.15.08) until the top level is reached. Pre-service training may be required for new hires or rehired employees separated more than 18 months. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Engage in competency-based training to coach youth under the Texas Model of trauma-informed corrections. Hold youth accountable and support learning of socially acceptable responses. Assess safety and apply appropriate intervention levels. Help youth identify stress responses and develop emotional self-regulation skills. Model self-regulation and remain calm in crises. Support youth in understanding treatment plans and building skills to meet goals. Coach youth to resolve conflicts and participate in Youth Service Teams. Provide a predictable schedule, with timely warnings and transitions. Monitor activities and behavior to ensure healthy engagement and appropriate role modeling. Observe and report significant conditions to staff; support aggressive/combative youth as needed. Maintain security, respond to emergencies, and conduct searches as required. Supervise youth across all daily activities and during transports; maintain records and ensure privacy. Ensure non-discrimination in youth treatment and complete required documentation promptly. Complete other duties as assigned in compliance with safety policies; expect up to 25% travel and shifts beyond 40 hours as needed. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must be at least 21 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent. Preferred: college degree or coursework and relevant supervision or rehabilitation/treatment experience in youth or adult settings. See notes on acceptable degrees and case-by-case review for other arrests or convictions. Must pass pre-employment checks: drug test, fingerprints, criminal history, driving record, and Fitness-for-Duty assessment. Continued employment requires certification in TJJD Use of Force techniques and First Aid/CPR. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Typical physical demands include: ability to communicate, see, hear, handle restraints, lift/carry up to 45 lbs, stand/walk for extended periods, reach, push/pull, and perform actions requiring dexterity. Reasonable accommodations may be provided. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge: safety procedures, adolescent guidance, facility rules, behavior, child development, juvenile treatment approaches. Abilities: stay calm, build healthy youth relationships with boundaries, empathic communication, plan and implement youth programs, facilitate group activities, set and enforce limits, intervene and redirect, crisis intervention, document observations, transport youth, and work varied shifts, including weekends and travel as needed. Note: A bulleted nested list of capabilities was streamlined to a single coherent list above. VETERANS
To receive veteran’s preference, attach DD Form 214, VA disability rating (if applicable), or DD Form 1300 with your application. See official resources for translating military experience to civilian qualifications. SPONSORSHIP
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
If you require reasonable accommodation for an interview, please inform the hiring representative. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Do not call about the status; check My Submissions in CAPPS CAREER CENTER if you applied there. Thank you for considering employment with the Texas Juvenile Justice Department. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. TJJD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or services.
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Complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the following additional forms (available at the TJJD careers site): TJJD Employment Application Supplement (HR-003) Child Abuse Registry Check Consent Form (HR-028) Disclosure of PREA Employment Standards Violation (HR-975) Authorization to Release Information (HR-074) Failure to complete and submit the above forms will cause delays in your consideration for this position. Apply Online
at the CAPPS Career Center and attach to the application the above forms along with copies of educational credentials and licenses/certifications. If you are a veteran, include your DD Form 214. Apply through Work-In-Texas
and attach the required supplemental questions/forms along with copies of diplomas, transcripts, licenses/certifications, and DD Form 214 where applicable. The additional forms are available at the TJJD HR site and can be submitted via email to hrjobsrjackson@tjjd.texas.gov. Apply via Email
to hrjobsrjackson@tjjd.texas.gov with the completed application, supplemental forms, and required documents. PLEASE NOTE
Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment history, not limited to the past 10-15 years. Include job titles, employer, dates, supervisor’s name and phone, duties, and whether full-time or part-time. Resumes do not replace this information. Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and any other minimum qualifications. BENEFITS
State of Texas Benefits and Retirement information: ers.texas.gov. Benefits include retirement, health and life insurance, holidays, vacation, sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance, EAP. Optional benefits include dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending accounts. Some positions offer hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancement, and meals on duty. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Provides supervision and direct care for youth in a residential correctional facility. Helps youth learn and apply methods to manage stress and trauma and behave socially. Maintains safety, security, and appropriate structure. Builds healthy relationships with youth and supports progress toward individualized treatment goals. May require on-call duties and travel. CAREER LADDER AND TRAINING
This position is in the TJJD career ladder for Juvenile Correctional Officers (JCO). Career ladder salary adjustments occur per policy (PRS.15.08) until the top level is reached. Pre-service training may be required for new hires or rehired employees separated more than 18 months. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Engage in competency-based training to coach youth under the Texas Model of trauma-informed corrections. Hold youth accountable and support learning of socially acceptable responses. Assess safety and apply appropriate intervention levels. Help youth identify stress responses and develop emotional self-regulation skills. Model self-regulation and remain calm in crises. Support youth in understanding treatment plans and building skills to meet goals. Coach youth to resolve conflicts and participate in Youth Service Teams. Provide a predictable schedule, with timely warnings and transitions. Monitor activities and behavior to ensure healthy engagement and appropriate role modeling. Observe and report significant conditions to staff; support aggressive/combative youth as needed. Maintain security, respond to emergencies, and conduct searches as required. Supervise youth across all daily activities and during transports; maintain records and ensure privacy. Ensure non-discrimination in youth treatment and complete required documentation promptly. Complete other duties as assigned in compliance with safety policies; expect up to 25% travel and shifts beyond 40 hours as needed. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must be at least 21 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent. Preferred: college degree or coursework and relevant supervision or rehabilitation/treatment experience in youth or adult settings. See notes on acceptable degrees and case-by-case review for other arrests or convictions. Must pass pre-employment checks: drug test, fingerprints, criminal history, driving record, and Fitness-for-Duty assessment. Continued employment requires certification in TJJD Use of Force techniques and First Aid/CPR. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Typical physical demands include: ability to communicate, see, hear, handle restraints, lift/carry up to 45 lbs, stand/walk for extended periods, reach, push/pull, and perform actions requiring dexterity. Reasonable accommodations may be provided. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge: safety procedures, adolescent guidance, facility rules, behavior, child development, juvenile treatment approaches. Abilities: stay calm, build healthy youth relationships with boundaries, empathic communication, plan and implement youth programs, facilitate group activities, set and enforce limits, intervene and redirect, crisis intervention, document observations, transport youth, and work varied shifts, including weekends and travel as needed. Note: A bulleted nested list of capabilities was streamlined to a single coherent list above. VETERANS
To receive veteran’s preference, attach DD Form 214, VA disability rating (if applicable), or DD Form 1300 with your application. See official resources for translating military experience to civilian qualifications. SPONSORSHIP
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
If you require reasonable accommodation for an interview, please inform the hiring representative. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Do not call about the status; check My Submissions in CAPPS CAREER CENTER if you applied there. Thank you for considering employment with the Texas Juvenile Justice Department. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. TJJD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or services.
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