• Provides direct supervision to NVJDC detention specialists and other security staff;
• Ensures facility posts are properly staffed;
• Ensures NVJDC policies and procedures are adhered to and are in compliance with federal, state and local laws;
• Supervises and provides performance management on a daily basis (expected to observe performance and give immediate feedback) completes annual performance evaluations and conducts disciplinary action when necessary;
• Conducts on-going training/education to staff such as policy clarification, crisis intervention and behavioral management;
• Assists with planning, coordinating and facilitating training for direct care staff;
• Assists with training records management;
• Plans, organizes and directs shift operations in conjunction with the Security Manager and Deputy Director;
• Oversees court orders and information regarding detainees, which included the handling of emergency psychological issues, releases from the program, the coordination of medical, dental and special placement appoint
• Administers and/or supervises detention admissions-intake and release procedures;
• Conducts and attends regularly scheduled staff meetings;
• Inspects the work of subordinates through personal observation and thorough review of written and verbal reports;
• Observes living units and reports to include the follow: SIRS, court reports, red flags, unit logs, medication sheets, etc.;
• Investigates grievances and appeals of disciplinary actions by detainees in the program;
• Assists with monitoring time keeping and other direct care records;
• Investigates incidents and utilizes effective problem-solving techniques;
• Serves as a liaison for detainees and their parent (s), probation officers, social workers and other individuals; and
• Performs other duties as required by the Shift Supervisor, Security Manager and Deputy Director.