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Rapid Response Youth Detention Worker
Attention: Monroe County full-time employees will receive a $1,000 quarterly retention payment each quarter in 2024! Apply today - another great reason to join the Monroe County workforce!
Description of Duties
This position, located at the Monroe County Children’s Detention Center (a Specialized/Secure Detention facility), is responsible for responding to emergency situations involving residents requiring de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques due to possible suicide threats, mental hygiene issues, the exhibition of behavior indicating possible self-harm thoughts and actions and other concerns requiring immediate responses and at times physically restraint. Duties are performed in accordance with the guidelines of the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) and the Commission of Corrections (COC) and involve the physical restraint of youth when required. Duties also involve providing support and additional resident supervision throughout the housing units, as well as providing security. This position is mandated by Title 9 New York Codes, Rules and Regulations (NYCRR) Subpart 180. The employee reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of a Supervising Youth Detention Worker or other higher level staff member.