Johnnie Whitehorn

• Provide behavior observation and assessment of individual detainees and groups; prepare reports, behavior summations, and verbal and written evaluations of children for unit logs, individual detainee files, and for the counselors and/or court.
• Assist in admitting juveniles into the facility and with preliminary hearings; remove personal belongings, supervise, and control juveniles before screening; maintain proper security in the area.
• Provide guidance and skill-building experiences to individuals and groups of detainees through group counseling, anger management, socialization skills, and employment skills; provide basic guidance and social counseling to clients as needed.
• Screen for medical problems and arrange for medical attention; administer general first aid; issue medications as prescribed by staff nurse.
• Make home visits to juveniles and their family to maintain close supervision contacts; transport clients to various locations, sometimes using restraints; provide security at hearings.
• Assist in the reception of new juveniles, obtain routine personal history for records, and assign new residents to quarters; supervise and inform juveniles in housekeeping activities, house rules, and personal hygiene; deliver and assist in the preparation of meals to individual units.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

An ISS (In-School Suspension) Monitor's primary responsibility is to supervise students assigned to in-school suspension, ensuring a structured and productive learning environment. They monitor student behavior, enforce school policies, and facilitate the completion of assignments. The monitor also works with teachers to coordinate academic work and may provide basic instructional assistance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervision: Monitoring student behavior in the ISS classroom and ensuring adherence to rules and expectations.
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• Academic Support: Coordinating with teachers to obtain assignments and materials for students, and providing assistance with their completion.
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• Environment Management: Maintaining a quiet and focused learning environment within the ISS classroom.
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• Communication: Communicating with teachers, administrators, and students regarding student progress, behavior, and any necessary support.
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• Documentation: Maintaining records of student attendance, assignment completion, and any disciplinary actions.
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• Behavior Management: Addressing minor behavioral issues and referring more serious issues to administrators.
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Essential Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills: To effectively interact with students, teachers, and administrators.
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• Organizational skills: To manage assignments, records, and the overall environment of the ISS classroom.
• Patience and ability to maintain a calm and firm demeanor: To manage student behavior and provide a positive learning experience.
• Knowledge of adolescent development and classroom management strategies: To understand student behavior and create a supportive environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team: To manage the ISS classroom effectively and collaborate with school staff.
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• JOB DESCRIPTION In School Suspension (ISS) Monitor ...POSITION SUMMARY. The ISS Monitor position is responsible for ensuring that students that are placed in the In-School Suspension are working on school work and are not sleeping during their stay in ISS.
• In School Suspension Monitor - Job Provides supervision for students assigned to the In-School Suspension classroom. Reviews in-school suspension policies, procedure. and helps students with academic work while in ISS.