Juvenile Specialist

Job Overview
Under the supervision of a Detention Supervisor - Juvenile Justice Center provides for the safety, welfare, and security of the residents, staff, visitors, and building. Supervises, guides, and counsels residents through daily activities within the framework of the day treatment and detention units. Enforces rules within a behavior management setting by providing positive and authoritative reinforcements. Prepares a variety of reports, court reports, and documents detailing residents functioning in a structured setting.

Associate’s Degree in social work, psychology, sociology, criminal justice, counseling, or related field and two year of progressively more responsible experience in a child care institution detention or juvenile residential treatment facilities. Valid Michigan Vehicle Operator’s License. Must obtain certification in CPR, CPI and First Aid to maintain employment. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of managing at-risk juveniles in a detention center, managing violent and mentally disabled youth, restraining youths, and enforcing rules and policy to youths. Considerable knowledge of the juvenile justice system programs and practices, counseling juveniles, working with at-risk juveniles and families, implementing treatments plans for juveniles and applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Skills in organizing, leading and conducting group meetings and presentations to at-risk juveniles. Ability to respond to emergencies or service needs on a 24-hour basis.

Current salary range starting at $23.61 - hourly rate for 2026

Submit a resume and Midland County application to: Midland County Human Resources 220 W. Ellsworth Street, Midland, MI 48640. You can obtain an application from our website at Applications can be emailed to [email protected] or [email protected] Application deadline: Until Filled.

Pay: From $23.61 per hour

Work Location: In person