Youth Specialist (Juvenile Correctional Officer)

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Job Description - Youth Specialist (Juvenile Correctional Officer) (26000611)Organization Youth Services - Cuyahoga Hills Juvenile Correctional FacilityAgency Contact Pam Wilson, [email protected] Date Aug 30, 2026, 3:59:00 AMWork Location Cuyahoga Juvenile Correctional 4321 Green Road Highland Hills 44128-4898Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Cuyahoga County-Highland HillsCompensation $24.88 per hourSchedule Full-timeUnion: OCSEAPrimary Job Skill Technical Skills : Criminology/Criminal Justice, Juvenile Corrections, SecurityProfessional Skills : Attention to Detail, Conflict Management, Reasoning, Situational Awareness, ObservationAgency Overview Our Vision for 2026 at DYS ohio dys ohio dys 402 subscribersWe are transforming and saving lives at DYS!A safer Ohio: one youth, one family and one community at a time.Our mission at the Ohio Department of Youth Services (DYS) is to improve Ohio's future by habilitating youth and empowering families and communities. We believe that all youth will be given an opportunity to live up to their greatest potential and staff are our greatest resource.DYS is the juvenile corrections system for the state of Ohio. DYS is statutorily mandated to confine felony offenders, ages 10-21, who have been adjudicated and committed by one of Ohio's 88 county juvenile courts. During their stay with DYS, youth are engaged in programming that is designed to address their criminological and behavioral needs. DYS reaches thousands of youth in facilities and those on parole.Our Guiding Principles… Demonstrate staff are our greatest resourceTreat everyone with respectCultivate a trauma responsive environment for staff and youth to thriveProvide the best support and services for youth and familiesAdvance our culture of inclusion through understanding and appreciating staff and youth differencesCommit to and encourage collaboration and continuous improvement to produce better outcomes for those we serveCelebrate collective successes and support one another through opportunities to improveTo learn more about DYS, please visit our website by clicking here.Job Description Starting pay is over $50,000 per year. By working just two (2) overtime assignments per week, new staff can add an additional $30,000 salary per year.New Youth Specialists receive their first pay increase after six (6) months of employment. No prior experience in corrections is necessary but we require a strong willingness to show up and give 100% every day!What You'll Do DYS is seeking a Youth Specialist [Juvenile Correctional Officer] to join our diverse team! This person will oversee facility functions while providing valuable mentorship, experience, and knowledge to the youth in our care. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with a solid background and a passion to habilitate youth.Provide safety, security, custodial care, & surveillance of assigned youthUtilize provided training to observe, intervene, and de-escalation youth behavior and conflictsManage and maintain security and a positive interaction during and after family visitsComplete all required documents (reports, logs, evaluations etc.)Oversee movement on facility grounds and outside tripsMonitor and instruct youth on general housekeeping dutiesMaintain awareness of unusual behavior and crisis situationsCollaborate and provide information to division leadershipWhy Work for the State of Ohio At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:Medical CoverageFree Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility periodPaid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per yearChildbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leaveEducation and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.Qualifications High school diploma or G.E.D.; valid driver's license; must successfully complete Juvenile Correctional Officer assessment. Must be 21 years of age at time of application.Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above. Probationary period is 365 days.New Youth Specialist staff usually start on 2nd shift (2PM to 10PM), but you could be be placed on any shift depending on the needs of the facility.Job Skills: Juvenile Corrections , Security, Criminology/Criminal Justice, Conflict Management, Reasoning, Observation, Attention to Detail, Situational AwarenessSupplemental Information The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check that includes results from BCI & FBI, Public Safety, and State of Ohio Taxation. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.All new candidates hired to the Department of Youth Services must partake in paid, mandatory 4 weeks of training. Week 1 is held at CJCF, weeks 2 through 4 are held in Orient, Ohio, 10-hour training days, Monday through Thursday.DYS is a "qualifying employer" for the purposes of the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.Drug-Free Workplace The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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Job Description - Youth Specialist (Juvenile Correctional Officer) (26000611)Organization Youth Services - Cuyahoga Hills Juvenile Correctional FacilityAgency Contact Pam Wilson, [email protected] Date Aug 30, 2026, 3:59:00 AMWork Location Cuyahoga Juvenile Correctional 4321 Green Road Highland Hills 44128-4898Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Cuyahoga County-Highland HillsCompensation $24.88 per hourSchedule Full-timeUnion: OCSEAPrimary Job Skill Technical Skills : Criminology/Criminal Justice, Juvenile Corrections, SecurityProfessional Skills : Attention to Detail, Conflict Management, Reasoning, Situational Awareness, ObservationAgency Overview Our Vision for 2026 at DYS ohio dys ohio dys 402 subscribersWe are transforming and saving lives at DYS!A safer Ohio: one youth, one family and one community at a time.Our mission at the Ohio Department of Youth Services (DYS) is to improve Ohio's future by habilitating youth and empowering families and communities. We believe that all youth will be given an opportunity to live up to their greatest potential and staff are our greatest resource.DYS is the juvenile corrections system for the state of Ohio. DYS is statutorily mandated to confine felony offenders, ages 10-21, who have been adjudicated and committed by one of Ohio's 88 county juvenile courts. During their stay with DYS, youth are engaged in programming that is designed to address their criminological and behavioral needs. DYS reaches thousands of youth in facilities and those on parole.Our Guiding Principles… Demonstrate staff are our greatest resourceTreat everyone with respectCultivate a trauma responsive environment for staff and youth to thriveProvide the best support and services for youth and familiesAdvance our culture of inclusion through understanding and appreciating staff and youth differencesCommit to and encourage collaboration and continuous improvement to produce better outcomes for those we serveCelebrate collective successes and support one another through opportunities to improveTo learn more about DYS, please visit our website by clicking here.Job Description Starting pay is over $50,000 per year. By working just two (2) overtime assignments per week, new staff can add an additional $30,000 salary per year.New Youth Specialists receive their first pay increase after six (6) months of employment. No prior experience in corrections is necessary but we require a strong willingness to show up and give 100% every day!What You'll Do DYS is seeking a Youth Specialist [Juvenile Correctional Officer] to join our diverse team! This person will oversee facility functions while providing valuable mentorship, experience, and knowledge to the youth in our care. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with a solid background and a passion to habilitate youth.Provide safety, security, custodial care, & surveillance of assigned youthUtilize provided training to observe, intervene, and de-escalation youth behavior and conflictsManage and maintain security and a positive interaction during and after family visitsComplete all required documents (reports, logs, evaluations etc.)Oversee movement on facility grounds and outside tripsMonitor and instruct youth on general housekeeping dutiesMaintain awareness of unusual behavior and crisis situationsCollaborate and provide information to division leadershipWhy Work for the State of Ohio At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:Medical CoverageFree Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility periodPaid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per yearChildbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leaveEducation and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.Qualifications High school diploma or G.E.D.; valid driver's license; must successfully complete Juvenile Correctional Officer assessment. Must be 21 years of age at time of application.Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above. Probationary period is 365 days.New Youth Specialist staff usually start on 2nd shift (2PM to 10PM), but you could be be placed on any shift depending on the needs of the facility.Job Skills: Juvenile Corrections , Security, Criminology/Criminal Justice, Conflict Management, Reasoning, Observation, Attention to Detail, Situational AwarenessSupplemental Information The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check that includes results from BCI & FBI, Public Safety, and State of Ohio Taxation. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.All new candidates hired to the Department of Youth Services must partake in paid, mandatory 4 weeks of training. Week 1 is held at CJCF, weeks 2 through 4 are held in Orient, Ohio, 10-hour training days, Monday through Thursday.DYS is a "qualifying employer" for the purposes of the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.Drug-Free Workplace The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.#J-18808-Ljbffr