Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Girls’ School (WGS) is a therapeutic and educational facility for the treatment of court-ordered delinquent girls ages 12-21 years.
The mission of the Wyoming Girls School is to provide therapeutic and educational services for the development and treatment of girls in a safe, nurturing and trauma-responsive community.
This position provides supervision and monitoring of youth during the night shift (10:00 p.
m.
- 8:00 a.
m.
).
The State of Wyoming's total compensation package is excellent and includes:
Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave
Retirement investment options with employer contributions
Comprehensive Benefits package including Health, Dental, Life, Vision, Short Term Disability and more with an employer contribution toward premiums
Longevity pay
Human Resource Contact: alicia.
glover1@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.
Utilizes cameras and physical visual checks to monitor students while they are sleeping, maintaining these checks on a frequent basis.
Documents unusual events.
Monitors physical plant, focusing on safety issues.
During morning hours, assists in preparing the students for cleaning, breakfast, hygiene, collecting urinalysis and physical training/educational group activities, and school.
Provides support and assistance to students.
Completes building & perimeter checks on a frequent basis.
Promptly responds to emergency or crisis situations.
Applies physical and non-physical intervention skills in crisis situations where students are hostile, aggressive, and in danger of harming themselves, others, and/or property.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference may be given to applicants with a high school diploma, plus one year of work experience with the public or youth.
KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of MANDT principles.
Knowledge of physical and non-physical intervention skills in crisis situations.
Skills in observation, basic report writing, and verbal/non-verbal communication.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
High School Diploma
Experience:
0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services)
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services)
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Necessary Special Requirements:
This position takes place in a potentially dangerous or unusual environmental stress situations.
Must remain awake and alert during shift.
Must complete the mandatory State of Wyoming and Wyoming Girls' School Training.
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
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URL: https://agency.
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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.
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