Juvenile Correctional Captain - Macon, United States - GeorgiaGov

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Positively impact the lives of youth in the care of the Department of Juvenile Justice through the collaborative creation and maintenance of a safe, therapeutic, and educational environment in facilities. Provide support, guidance, and structure for our detained youth by modeling, encouraging, and reinforcing pro-social behaviors to include patience, empathy, cooperation, professionalism, and respect. Directs subordinate supervisors and staff.

JOB DUTIES :

·Assumes responsibility for the custody, security, and care of youth through adherence to policies and standard operating procedures governing the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice.

·Provides staff oversight during youth transfers from one facility to another.

·Maintains order and discipline by intervening with youth through active supervision and controlling inappropriate youth behavior to maintain a safe and secure environment.

·Ensures the provision of direct support, guidance, and structure for detained youth with an emphasis on safety, personal conduct, care, and rehabilitation.

·Supervises assigned staff and ensures conformity with department policies and procedures.

·Manages and directs administrative and human resource activities of subordinate staff. Implements applicable emergency plans and procedures.

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