The hours for this part-time position are Split Shift, Monday-Friday; 3pm to 7pm. 

Under the general direction of the YSC Supervisor, the Youth Specialist will provide security, guidance and care to the youth of the Rock County Youth Services Center in accordance with the Mission Statement and Rock County/YSC policies and procedures. Supports and promotes the Mission, Vision and Guiding Principles of the Human Services Department. Performs in a manner consistent with the HSD Professional Standards and “Commitment to My Co-Workers.”

50% - Provides Direct Supervision of Youth at the YSC

• Facilitates and follows the YSC Behavioral Modification Program. 
• Facilitates and participates in programming to the youth. 
• Follows the daily schedule of activities for youth. 
• Performs security, discipline and suicide checks according to YSC policies. 
• Supervises youth directly, while providing healthy interaction through role modeling.
• Supervises youth while on off-campus activities. 
• Respond and show the appropriate response in medical or crisis emergencies.

25% - Prepares and completes all necessary Documentation 

• Document and complete clear and specific daily progress notes. 
• Complete clear and specific incident reports. 
• Document all security, discipline, and suicide checks per YSC policies. 
• Complete clear and accurate daily rosters and meal logs. 
• Complete clear and specific overtime, benefit, and leave slips.

20% - Participates in all required Training 

• Attend work-related and mandatory training annually as directed. 
• Attend mandatory staff meetings. 
• Review and sign off on policies and procedures, as directed. 
• Maintain Wisconsin Juvenile Detention Officer Certification annually.

5% - Other duties as assigned

• Knowledge of DOC 346 Policy.
• Knowledge of the Rock County Personnel Ordinance.
• Knowledge of other Human Services Divisions who utilize YSC and their duties/resources.
• Experience working with youth ages 10-17.
• Ability to participate in shift change briefings.
• First Aid/CPR Certification.
• Ability to perform and make decisions in crisis situations.

• Have at least 1 year experience working with at-risk youth.

•  Have an understanding of adolescent brain development.

• Have an understanding of a trauma-informed care approach.

• Must be certified as a Juvenile Detention Officer with the State of Wisconsin within the first year of employment, and be willing to attend the academy at 40 hours per week until completion.

Physical Elements: 

• Ability to walk up one flight of stairs.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 20 pounds for at least 15 feet.
• Ability to squat to inspect cells under bunks, tables, etc.
• Ability to carry mattresses and bags of laundry.
• Ability to push the food cart with trays of food.
• Ability to push the mop bucket, move chairs and tables, as needed.
• Ability to lift, push/pull objects weighing up to 165 pounds.

In an emergency situation, Youth Specialists must be able to physically restrain youth using the Principles of Subject Control (POSC); break up physical altercations between and with youth; provide suicide intervention and first aid as necessary; and lead evacuation and rescue efforts should there be an emergency situation in the building such as a power outage, fire, tornado, or other environmental issue.

Equipment use:

• Ability to use a computer and computer keyboard.
• Ability to use Portable Radio.

Working Conditions: 

• Almost all indoor work in a secure youth center, with the ability to go on off-campus activities.
• A valid driver's license-CPR/AED certification

*Possible exposure to blood and/or body fluids.