This is a great time to work for the City of Chesapeake! Juvenile Services is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as a Juvenile Services Specialist in our secure detention facility. This role is responsible for supervising and supporting youth residents, promoting positive behavior, and ensuring a safe and structured environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct daily activities of residents using approved behavioral management strategies.
• Exercise independent judgment and respond appropriately during crisis situations.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including daily electronic log cards and incident reports.
• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions with residents.
• Perform crisis intervention and maintain case management files.
• Transport residents to court appearances, appointments, or other authorized activities.
• Plan and facilitate individual and group recreational activities.
• Complete daily room and unit audits; assist nursing staff as a medical aide if assigned.
• Conduct resident searches after outings or visits; supervise nightly showers.
• Oversee residents in school, on the unit, and during recreational time.
• Physically restrain residents when necessary to prevent injury and maintain safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the facility's mission.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• General understanding of counseling principles and practices, particularly with juvenile offenders.
• Ability to build rapport with youth while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Strong crisis management, communication, and observational skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound decisions in emergency situations.
• Familiarity with juvenile justice systems, trauma-informed care, or secure residential settings is a plus.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.PDN-9f64a919-06bc-410c-a88a-0285f57fbfc4