Youth Corrections Officer 1

Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections

YOUTH CORRECTIONS OFFICER 1

Grade 15

Annual Salary: $35,074.36 - $41,847.79

After successful completion of the six week Academy a YCO will be placed into step 1 of the 8-step YCO pay plan with a salary of $36,207.60 each year YCOs will advance to the next step on their anniversary date.

Promotional opportunities into a YCO II may be available after one year of YCO experience

Adobe Mountain School

2800 W. Pinnacle Peak Road

Phoenix, AZ 85027

JOB SUMMARY & DUTIES

Adobe Mountain School is a 24/7 facility. Shift assignment is determined by the needs of the agency and is not guaranteed or implied at any time during the selection process or employment tenure.

Resumes are reviewed in the order they are received. If qualified for this position, ALL communication will be done via e-mail. Please ensure you have a valid e-mail address on your resume.

The Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections is seeking Youth Correction Officer Is for our secure care schools located in Northwest Phoenix to start our next academy. This position is responsible for maintaining security, discipline, and supervision, in a therapeutic role, on daily basis for youth adjudicated by the court system. 

• Checks unit for safety hazards or security violations 
• Searches for weapons and contraband
• Uses portable two-way radio to communicate with officers and staff 
• Inspects clothing and possessions of visitors 
• Answers inquiries from parents/guardians, other agencies and departmental staff 
• Manages records, log books, evaluations and other forms 
• Assists teachers with classroom management 
• Maintains daily/weekly classroom attendance records  
• Attends meetings and training 
• Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Human behavior to include growth, development, needs and problems of youth 
• Proper methods and circumstances requiring use of force 
• Language as it pertains to youth care, custody, treatment and rehabilitation 
• Standard housekeeping practices 

Skill in: 

• Verbal and written communications 

Ability to:

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships 
• Work both indoors and outdoors in varying Arizona weather conditions 
• Learn and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, programs and activities established for the agency 
• Learn and apply methods, techniques and correct practices of security procedures as they pertain to the state’s youth secure care facilities 
• Maintain an understanding attitude toward juveniles in custody 
• Participate in rehabilitation and/or treatment activities 
• Provide assistance, guidance and direction to juveniles 
• Provide positive pro-social role modeling 
• Apply appropriate restraint techniques 
• Respond to emergency situations and provide crisis intervention and first aid/basic life support 
• Maintain a structured and secured environment 

SPECIAL SELECTION FACTORS

Requires possession of, and ability to retain, a current valid Arizona-issued drivers license. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license records checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12).  

SELECTION PROCESS

-      Video Impact Test

-      Panel Interview 

-   Psychological Evaluation

-      Comprehensive background investigation 

-      Drug test 

-      Physical exam 

-      Predictive Index Survey (Survey not used as a selection factor)

Requires successful completion of a paid six week ADJC Pre-Service Training Academy and a two week paid on-the-job training course. 

SELECTIVE PREFERENCE

The preferred candidate will have one or more of the following: a high school diploma or GED; experience working with at-risk youth; military training experience; course work towards a degree in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social justice, counseling, mental health, social work or closely related field.

Bilingual Spanish/English preferred, but not required.

BENEFITS

As an employee of the Department of Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections you will be entitled to a comprehensive benefits package that can become effective as soon as two weeks after starting!

Benefits include:

• Paid sick leave, 12 days per year with no carryover limits
• Paid vacation leave which includes 10 holidays per year
• Competitive Health Plans including the Triple Choice Plan (TCP) provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield AZ and UnitedHealthCare
• Delta Dental PPO and Cigna DHMO Dental Plans
• Avesis Vision Plan

Additional benefits include:

• Available 24/7 Telemedicine
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible medical, dental, vision, and dependent care expenses
• Long-Term Disability which pays pays 66⅔% of weekly pre-disability earnings
• Optional Short-Term Disability which pays up to 66⅔% of your weekly pre-disability earnings
• Life Insurance: $15,000 Basic Life and $15,000 Accidental Death and Dismemberment paid by the State
• Optional Supplemental Life and Dependent Life Insurance available

Employee Wellness:

• Health Impact Program: Earn up to $200 annually by participating in free preventative health screenings, immunizations, lifestyle/mindfulness classes, and physical activities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): 12 free mental health counseling sessions per year, and available 24/7 support for work/life solutions, dependent/elder care, college planning, wills, legal guidance, financial resources, funeral planning and more

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

RETIREMENT

Refrigeration Mechanic (HVAC) position participates in the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP).

• CORP Tier 3 is a Defined Contribution, 401 (a) retirement plan
• New members have the opportunity to define their contribution amount
• Employer contributes a dollar-for-dollar match equal to 5% of a member's salary
• Employees are fully vested after 3 years of service

Contact Us:

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Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting the Human Resources Office at (602) 364-1023. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Arizona State Government is an AA/EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

Education requirements

High School Diploma or GED

Experience requirements

High School Diploma or GED

Qualifications

18Years of Age and High School Diploma or GED

Responsibilities

Maintain security, discipline, and supervision in a therapeutic role on a daily basis for youth adjudicated by the court system

Skills

Verbal and written communication