JTDC - Cosmetologist

JOB TITLE: COSMETOLOGISTDIVISON: RESIDENT DAILY LIFELOCATION: JUVENILE TEMPORARY DETENTION CENTER 11OO S HAMILTON CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60612UNION: TEAMSTERS 700GRADE: X10SALARY: $51,616.00Company OverviewThe Cook County Juvenile Temporary Detention Center (JTDC) provides safe and temporary housing for youth ages 10 - 18 with pending legal action in the Cook County Courts. The JTDC is dedicated to providing its youth with leadership, structured care, and supervision through a balanced approach of creative programming and services that teach responsibility, accountability, and sensitivity. Each member of the JTDC staff is actively encouraged and supported in pursuit of creative participation, personal well-being, and professional development. As the largest juvenile detention center in the nation, the facility contains five major departments and various offices consisting of 600+ employees who serve an average daily population of 280+ residents.Job SummaryThe Cosmetologist performs a variety hair care, aesthetic services and maintenance services to juveniles according to the standards of the Juvenile Temporary Detention Center. Typical DutiesPerforms hair care and maintenance services to residents.Work collaboratively to maintain a safe and secure environment.Utilizes appropriate tools and equipment to safely cut and care for resident hair in accordance with policies and procedures of the JTDC and the Department of Professional Regulation.Maintains, sanitizes, and sterilizes combs, brushes, and other equipment; maintains sanitary conditions when providing cosmetology services.Provides hair services to residents that may include shampoos, relaxers, hair styling, etc., as well as other aesthetic services like pedicures, manicures, and shaving male residents' facial hair.Educates residents in learning and practicing proper grooming and hygiene skills (e.g. hair care, hair removal, skin care, and make up application).Develops a schedule of appointments for residents, maintains records and prepares reports of all services provided.Conducts daily inventory of supplies and equipment according to policy. Submit request for supplies and equipment as needed.Must complete required pre-service and annual training for all direct care employees. Training will include, but not limited to: juvenile detention and adolescent behavioral training, basic safety, security, and JTDC policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.Minimum QualificationsMust possess a High School Diploma or (GED).Graduation from an accredited cosmetology program and possession of a Cosmetology license recognized by the State of Illinois. Maintain the cosmetology continuing education units according to the State Illinois Department of Professional Regulation requirements.At least 3 years of cosmetologybarber experience working with both men's and women's hair; preferably in an institutional or correctional environment.United States citizenship.21 years of age at the time of application submission.Illinois residency obtained within 90 days of date of hire.The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimum skills and experience levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this job description. The qualifications should not be viewed as expressing absolute employment or promotional standards, but as general guidelines that should be considered along with other job-related selection or promotional criteria.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other CharacteristicsKnowledge of the methods and equipment used in cutting and styling both men's and women's hair, including hair treatments, chemicals, sanitary practices, and safety precautions.Must have open daily availability including weekends and holidays based on operational needs.Knowledge of and sensitivity to cultural diversity.Desire to work with high-risk adolescent population and effective under pressure in a fast-paced and sometimes adversarial environment.Flexible, creative, innovative and proactive in recommending additional or new services to provide.Highly accountable, reliable, and prompt, with a strong work ethic.Ability to effectively understand and communicate in English (verbally and in writing) with both juveniles and staff members.Ability to stand for long periods of time.Responsible for the safekeeping of tools and equipment.Demonstrates proficiency in data-entry, record keeping, and general computer work along with other electronic modes of communication.Bilingual communication skills preferred.Physical Requirements[This job requires the ability to perform the essential functions contained in this description. These include, but are not limited to, the following requirements.]Ability to move desks, beds and other furniture to conduct security checks.Ability to step up on elevated surfaces, such as beds or stools, to conduct room searches.Reaching, bending, and stooping to perform security checks, housekeeping and other tasks.Extended periods of walking throughout the facility.Extended periods of standing.Ability to physically restrain residents.Ability to respond to emergency situations according to JTDC policies, procedures and protocols.Ability to effectively communicate (hear and respond) 10 codes through the intercomradio transmission monitoring system. Lifting and carrying containers for meals, laundry bags and other items weighing up to 50 lbs.Must be able to work overtime based on departmental needs.Working ConditionsExposure to resident behavior problems that may include physical acting out and require safe physical management skills.Exposure to residents with complex mental health issues andor disorders.Exposure to youth with various states of cleanliness and hygiene.Exposure to various health related conditions or residents of a communicable nature which requires precaution and adhering to medical instruction.Hiring RequirementsIllinois residency obtained within 90 days of date of hire.Pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check including but not limited to LEADS, CANTS, and professional references.A result of negative from the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) Child Abuse Registry.Open daily availability including weekends and holidays based on operational needs. Must pass Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) screening requirements. Benefits PackageMedical, Dental, Vision Coverage Basic Term Life Insurance Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program Competitive Salaries Employee Assistance Program Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time THE OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUDGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERIt is the policy of the Office of the Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation.

Created: 2025-02-18