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Posted : Sunday, October 08, 2023 05:20 PM
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Youth Services Specialists supervise, monitor, and provide direction and positive role modeling to adjudicated female delinquents, ages 12-21, during general daily activities and ensure the safety and well-being of the residents.
Human Resource Contact: alicia.
glover@wyo.
gov ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.
As a member of the residents' dorm team, communicate, document, and assess the changing individual needs of each resident, including families and the public.
Within the scope of facility policy, facility structure, and position duties, this position has the authority to make decisions regarding general program/activity adjustments and changes to resident program status.
Provide advice, teaching, and direction to residents assigned to the dorm.
Assess behavior and recommend interventions to the counseling and senior staff.
Determine and assess youth progress within the program and documents using incident reports.
Coordinate, supervise, and motivate students during general daily activities and ensure youth participate and meet the requirements of all program components they are responsible for completing.
Manage and supervise residents' general daily activities.
Participate in youth accountability and disciplinary processes.
Manage crisis situations in compliance with current certification in the crisis management system and the policies, and promptly respond to all emergency or crisis situations as needed.
Safely and securely transport residents on/off-campus for activities and work projects.
Explain agency rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to new residents during intake to the dormitory.
Support the educational department in assuring students have an opportunity to complete assignments.
Support and ensure residents are receiving access to services that benefit their emotional stability and development.
Assist residents with medications.
Provide leadership to a unit through disciplinary actions, setting standards and guidelines, and ensuring academic support is provided, and all medical issues are attended to.
Qualifications KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of facility policy/procedures Knowledge of safety/security procedures Knowledge of Mandt principles Knowledge of physical and non-physical intervention skills in crisis situations MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Associate's Degree (typically in Social Services) Experience: 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Youth Services Specialist OR Education & Experience Substitution: 2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Youth Services Specialist Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None Necessary Special Requirements NOTES: FLSA: Non-Exempt All positions within the Department of Family Services will require a background information check, including the taking of fingerprints, which will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, for every successful applicant.
Supplemental Information 049-Department of Family Services - Wyoming Girls' School - Support Services Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL: https://agency.
governmentjobs.
com/wyoming/default.
cfm The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path.
Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families.
Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end.
the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.
There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming.
Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!Click here to learn more!
Human Resource Contact: alicia.
glover@wyo.
gov ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.
As a member of the residents' dorm team, communicate, document, and assess the changing individual needs of each resident, including families and the public.
Within the scope of facility policy, facility structure, and position duties, this position has the authority to make decisions regarding general program/activity adjustments and changes to resident program status.
Provide advice, teaching, and direction to residents assigned to the dorm.
Assess behavior and recommend interventions to the counseling and senior staff.
Determine and assess youth progress within the program and documents using incident reports.
Coordinate, supervise, and motivate students during general daily activities and ensure youth participate and meet the requirements of all program components they are responsible for completing.
Manage and supervise residents' general daily activities.
Participate in youth accountability and disciplinary processes.
Manage crisis situations in compliance with current certification in the crisis management system and the policies, and promptly respond to all emergency or crisis situations as needed.
Safely and securely transport residents on/off-campus for activities and work projects.
Explain agency rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to new residents during intake to the dormitory.
Support the educational department in assuring students have an opportunity to complete assignments.
Support and ensure residents are receiving access to services that benefit their emotional stability and development.
Assist residents with medications.
Provide leadership to a unit through disciplinary actions, setting standards and guidelines, and ensuring academic support is provided, and all medical issues are attended to.
Qualifications KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of facility policy/procedures Knowledge of safety/security procedures Knowledge of Mandt principles Knowledge of physical and non-physical intervention skills in crisis situations MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Associate's Degree (typically in Social Services) Experience: 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Youth Services Specialist OR Education & Experience Substitution: 2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Youth Services Specialist Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None Necessary Special Requirements NOTES: FLSA: Non-Exempt All positions within the Department of Family Services will require a background information check, including the taking of fingerprints, which will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, for every successful applicant.
Supplemental Information 049-Department of Family Services - Wyoming Girls' School - Support Services Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL: https://agency.
governmentjobs.
com/wyoming/default.
cfm The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path.
Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families.
Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end.
the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.
There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming.
Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!Click here to learn more!
• Phone : NA
• Location : Sheridan, WY
• Post ID: 9002266944
