N.J. Admin. Code § 13:92-10.7

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 13:92-10.7 - Staff development

(a) The detention facility shall provide for pre-service orientation/training, in-service training, and the opportunity for staff to attend academic training conferences, professional conferences, and workshops.

(b) New employees shall have a minimum of 24 hours of pre-service training before being given responsibility for supervising juveniles.

(c) Pre-service orientation/training programs shall be conducted by personnel with experience in adolescent development and related juvenile detention issues and shall include:

1. Training in the practical routines of the job;

2. Training in communication and interpersonal skills relevant to interacting with juveniles and other staff;

3. Development of special skills and methods for handling disruptive behavior, security and emergency procedures;

4. Training regarding the philosophy and procedures of the detention facility, and staff roles and responsibilities;

5. Training regarding the juvenile justice process, including juvenile court philosophy and procedures; and

6. Training in the use of physical and mechanical restraints.

(d) In-service training programs shall cover at a minimum all of the areas in (c)1 through 6 above, with an emphasis on advanced knowledge and skills.

(e) All medication assistance staff shall attend at least one Commission-approved medication dispensing training. This shall include training in the security aspects of medication administration to ensure that medications are properly dispensed. In addition, annual in-service refresher training in the administration of medication and the documentation thereof shall be provided by a qualified healthcare professional to all medication assistance staff.

(f) Every child care worker shall receive a minimum training time of 24 hours per year to attend professional institutes, workshops, conferences, and formal in-service training programs at the detention facility. This shall include, but not be limited to, maintaining certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid.

(g) The facility shall ensure that all child care workers attend a training academy in accordance with the Police Training Commission's (PTC) requirements.

(h) All training shall be fully documented. This documentation shall include type of training, date and number of hours.

N.J. Admin. Code § 13:92-10.7

Amended by 50 N.J.R. 2241(a), effective 11/5/2018