Position Details

Senior Detention Screener

Location: Tampa, FL

Sr. Detention Screener (shift 3pm -11pm) - Youth - Tampa FL 33604

Summary/Characteristics of Position:

The Senior Detention Screener position provides oversight and guidance to Detention Screeners ensuring accuracy of files/packets and appropriate external communication with community partners/resources for youth presented to the Juvenile Assessment Center (JAC).

Essential Functions:

  • Oversees Detention Screener performance during shift
  • Reviews youth files/packets prior to distribution for the court, the State Attorney, the Department's Circuit Office, the youth's attorney, and the Department's Regional Juvenile Detention Center.
  • Communicates with State Attorney's Office, Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) Probation Officers and/or case managers related to youth mitigation criteria/status
  • Ensures youth have been advised of their rights and have completed the medical and booking process.
  • Ensures youth information is accurately entered in to the Juvenile Justice Information System.
  • Completes substance abuse and mental health screenings using Department approved instruments and forms to determine eligibility for release, diversion programs and/or detainment.
  • Conducts face-to-face interviews with youth and his/her parent(s)/legal guardian(s) to gather information, when available, to assess the youth's service needs.
  • Contacts victim(s), complainants and/or arresting officer to solicit input and recommendations.
  • Completes Detention Screening Logs
  • Installs electronic monitoring (EM) equipment utilizing the Department's EM database.
  • Attends court hearings on weekends and holidays, in lieu of the Department, and adhere to a court rotation schedule.
  • Attends meetings, trainings and individual development sessions as assigned
  • Serves as a backup to the Detention Screeners.
  • Perform related work as request/required.

Pre-requisite Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.

Required Skills/Abilities

  • Ability to make critical decisions in high stress situations
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position does not directly supervise others. This position reports directly to the Detention Screener Supervisor and/or Program Director.

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods of sitting
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Physically able to participate in DJJ-approved crisis intervention curriculum and CPR/First Aid training and able to apply same to work setting.

Work Environment: Performs duties in a secured setting with law enforcement presence. This role routinely uses computer, mobile devices and standard office equipment.

Travel: Minimal travel required between ACTS locations, courts and/or DJJ service locations. This position does not require overnight travel.

The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to position.

ACTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. ACTS is an EEO/AA DFWP Employer.