Crisis Response Team Leader

ABOUT US

The Charter County of Wayne is Michigan's first and largest County! Home to 34 cities and nine townships; from Rockwood to Livonia, from Sumpter Township to the Grosse Pointes, each community in Wayne County offers residents and businesses a unique blend of opportunity to live, work, play and raise families.

Headquartered in beautiful Downtown Detroit, our largest city and the automotive capital of the world, Wayne County Government offers a diversified economy and high standards for our residents' quality of life. With a history rich in culture, arts and diverse communities, Wayne County takes pride in its promotion of diversity, inclusion and equity, not only through its residents but also through its employees.

Becoming a part of the Wayne County team means that you are driven, ambitious and ready to have a positive impact on the community.

JOB SUMMARY

The Crisis Response Team Leader is a crucial "First Responder" within the Wayne County Juvenile Detention Facility, which operates 365 days a year, 24 / 7, the Crisis Response Team Leader will immediately respond to disturbances, escapes, fires, evacuations, natural disasters, and / or non-emergency responses. The Crisis Response Team Leaders will direct a team of highly skilled individuals who are trained in trauma-informed response. The Team Leader role is vital in ensuring the safety and security of our facility and the community it serves.

Team Leaders of the trauma-informed Crisis Response Team will develop specialized skills in handling multiple threat levels in the facility through a trauma-informed lens. This includes using de-escalation and the tension reduction cycle. Team Leaders will always remain mindful of the unique nature of dealing with each individual resident and be prepared to provide the appropriate response to neutralize any acts of aggression or mental health crises. This role offers a dynamic and challenging environment that will foster your personal and professional growth.

Educational & Experience Requirements

• A : High School Diploma and three (3) years of experience in law enforcement, military, and / or a secured / correctional facility.

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