What are the responsibilities and job description for the TRUANCY PREVENTION SPECIALIST position at JusticeWorks?
FULL TIME TRUANCY PREVENTION SPECIALIST - LUZERNE COUNTY, PA
JusticeWorks YouthCare is seeking a Truancy Prevention Specialist. The Truancy Prevention Specialist will play an important role in helping students learn socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement. You will work with parents, teachers, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems. You will also conduct individual and group counseling sessions, as well as weekly family sessions within the home and community to discuss progress and provide additional support. If you have a passion for working in the Child Welfare, Juvenile Justice, or Social Work fields, this is the job for you!
The qualified Truancy Prevention Specialist will have:
- High School Diploma.
- Valid driver’s license, auto insurance and access to a vehicle.
- Pass current, applicable clearances.
- Pass pre-employment, post-offer drug screening.
- Ability to work some nights and weekends.
The qualified Truancy Prevention Specialist will qualify for the following benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Wellness Program.
- 401K with company match.
- Company paid life insurance.
- Company paid short term and long-term disability.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Company paid holidays and paid time off.
- Employee referral bonus.
- Clearance reimbursement and renewal.
The qualified Truancy Prevention Specialist will:
- Enforce rules for behavior while abiding by policies and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Teach personal development skills such as goal setting, independence, and self-advocacy.
- Provide individual truancy support in the classroom under the supervision of teachers and administration.
- Provide truancy support in the home under the supervision of caretakers.
- Transport clients utilizing personal vehicle as necessary.
KidsFirst! In everything we do the needs and concerns of youth and families are our fundamental concern. Our core principle is to do “whatever it takes” to help youth and families in our care achieve success.
