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Employment Opportunities
The Berrien County Juvenile Center is a 24 hour facility. Available positions are listed on the official Job Postings (PDF). If you are interested in any available positions, please fill out an official application.
Click on each of the types of positions below to see their job descriptions and qualification requirements.
- Assistant Supervisor ($42,259)
- Cook ($11.00/hr.)
- Temporary Youth Specialist ($16.49/hr.)
- Youth Specialist II ($37,731)
Assistant Supervisor ($42,259)
Required: A bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences or related field, or 60 semester hours of college credit with a minimum of two years of paid, fulltime experience working with juvenile delinquents or adult offenders in the justice field, or with clients in the social service/mental health fields.
Desired: Coursework in criminal justice, corrections or administration; supervisory experience in the field of juvenile or adult corrections; knowledge of accreditation standards and administrative rules relating to juvenile detention and residential treatment facilities; knowledge of computer applications in the justice system.
Special Requirements: Must submit to fingerprints and may be subjected to criminal record, character, drug testing, mental health screening and clearance before employment. Must possess a valid vehicle operator’s license.
Duties: Supervises the work of Juvenile Center Group Leaders, Youth Specialists, substitutes, or unpaid personnel on assigned shifts; participates in the selection, training, discipline and evaluation of center employees, volunteers or interns. Distribute or ensure staff distributes medications to residents as prescribed, implement medical treatment plans as ordered, and process resident medical complaints. Maintain optimal security and programming in the facility by monitoring the facility security camera system and communication system. Arrange and supervise transportation for residents to and from home, court, hospital, dentist, doctor, etc. Assist the Juvenile Center Supervisor on the shift as needed or requested. Provide direct and immediate feedback or corrective discipline to childcare staff; ensure the implementation and documentation of emergency procedures by staff as required. Ensure that behavior management system guidelines are strictly followed. Monitor and/or coordinate all resident population movement within the facility and necessary security precautions are followed. Serve as the designated person in charge of the facility in the absence of the Juvenile Center Supervisor, Assistant Director or Director. Other duties as assigned. The duties stated are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person so classified and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.
Cook ($11.00/hr.)
Note: This is a temporary, part-time position working a maximum of 1,000 hours per calendar year. There are no benefits.
Required: Completion of the eighth grade is required. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Previous experience in commercial or institutional food preparation is preferred.
Duties: The temporary cook works as an on-call, temporary employee to fill scheduled or emergency vacancies within the facility Food Service Department. Under the direction of a designated Juvenile Center supervisor, the temporary cook is responsible for preparing and serving palatable meals according to recipes and the established menus. The duties stated are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person so classified and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.
Temporary Youth Specialist ($16.49/hr.)
Note: This is a temporary, part-time position working a maximum of 1,000 hours per calendar year. There are no benefits.
Required: Thirty semester or forty-five quarter hours of college education, which includes three semester or four quarter hours of psychology.
Duties: The Temporary Youth Specialist works as an on-call employee to fill temporary vacancies in the fulltime Youth Specialist schedule. Participates in supervising and reporting on programs. The duties stated are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person so classified and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.
Youth Specialist II ($37,731)
Required: A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in counseling, social work, criminal justice, psychology, or related social services field. Previous minimum of three months experience in social services or juvenile direct care. Preference will be given to those with previous experience working with delinquent or emotionally troubled youth and/or families, which may have been in an intern or volunteer capacity.
Note: Applicants that do not meet the minimum requirements for Youth Specialist II but have at least thirty semester or forty-five quarter hours of college education, which includes three semester or four quarter hours of psychology may qualify for Youth Specialist ($34,302).
Special Requirements: Must submit fingerprints and may be subjected to criminal record, character, reputation, mental health and moral character screening and clearance before employment. Must possess a valid vehicle operator’s license. Must have open availability to work any shift and work flexible hours including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays as required. Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance is required. Physical Requirements: This job requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
Duties: Under the supervision of the Berrien County Juvenile Center Director, provides for the safety, security, and well-being for residents, visitors, and staff within the detention facility. Supervises, guides, and counsels residents through daily activities within the framework of the residential and educational programs. Works closely and communicates effectively to ensure program effectiveness, staff accountability, professional personnel performance, problem solving matters and other issues impacting the Juvenile Center. Intervenes when necessary in crisis situations in accordance with policy and procedure guidelines for physical and mechanical restraints, room confinements, or other appropriate action. Operates and monitor electronic security and communication equipment including control panel, intercom, computers, visual monitors, electronic doors, room sound detectors, and alarms. Monitors weather alert system. The duties stated are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person so classified and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.