What are the responsibilities and job description for the YOUTH COUNSELOR (PART-TIME) position at Linn County?
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Linn County is committed to creating a Customer-Center Culture placing our internal & external customers at the center of everything we do!Why do we do this? We get that question a lot. The answer is simple: We want our customers to have a positive experience. Our co-workers are customers too. Exceptional internal customer satisfaction leads to exceptional customer satisfaction for the public!Why work at Linn County? Competitive wages with annual pay increases & annual cost of living increase (depending on budget) Medical, dental, vision, short & long term disability, and supplemental life insurance Iowa Public Employee's Retirement Pension Plan (IPERS) Wellness program offering credit on insurance premiums and cash rewards to eligible employees Free on-site fitness centers100% County paid basic life insurance 12 paid holidays per year Tuition reimbursement program available to eligible employees Training & professional development opportunitiesHourly Wage: New Hire: $26.09 · 90 days: $27.39 · 1 year: $28.84 · 2 years: $30.41 · 3 years: $32.01About Youth Counselor: This is an 8 hour per week, floater position. Assumes responsibility for the supervision, safety, security and behavior management of dependent, neglect or delinquent youth at the Juvenile Detention Center or Linn County Child and Youth Development/Peer Group. Work is performed under general supervision. Knows the County’s Customer-Centered Culture principles, the County’s Mission, Strategic Plan and Core Values and demonstrates a commitment to customer satisfaction for all customers on a regular basis.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Supervises dependent, neglected or delinquent youth residing in the Juvenile Detention Center or participating in Peer Group activities or programs.Makes decisions involving the admission of youth in crisis situations, voluntary or police referral. Interviews police/juvenile court officer or case worker and parents. Assesses the psychological, physical and emotional needs of the youth being referred.Checks and maintains security and safety of residents on a continual basis.Organizes, plans and implements structured daily activities for youth after assessing group dynamics and individual needs. Prepares intake packets and organizes groups for new Peer Group clients.Prepares monthly activity schedule for Peer Group.Provides group and individual counseling for all residents. Contacts school counselors and visits schools regarding Peer Group clients.Promotes, encourages and supports appropriate behavior through relationship building, and confronts negative/inappropriate behavior in a professional manner.Contacts parents/school counselor regarding Peer Group participants’ behavior.Physically restrains residents for the protection of themselves or others.Observes and records description of behavior for the purpose of program planning and for recommendation to the court. Keeps daily records and reports.Responds to emergency situations such as escape or suicide attempts, drug overdose, intoxicated youth, etc.Implements medical instructions. Monitors medical needs of youth and refers problems to appropriate authority.Implements behavior management system utilizing a token economy, behavior contracting, level system, time outs, mediation essays, etc.Prepares and manages serving of meals for 10-20 people. Purchases supplies for Peer Group Program. Develops transportation routes for new Peer Groups participants.Performs some maintenance tasks when needed. Provides for maintenance of van.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
8 hours per week Floater position
Linn County is committed to creating a Customer-Center Culture placing our internal & external customers at the center of everything we do!Why do we do this? We get that question a lot. The answer is simple: We want our customers to have a positive experience. Our co-workers are customers too. Exceptional internal customer satisfaction leads to exceptional customer satisfaction for the public!Why work at Linn County? Competitive wages with annual pay increases & annual cost of living increase (depending on budget) Medical, dental, vision, short & long term disability, and supplemental life insurance Iowa Public Employee's Retirement Pension Plan (IPERS) Wellness program offering credit on insurance premiums and cash rewards to eligible employees Free on-site fitness centers100% County paid basic life insurance 12 paid holidays per year Tuition reimbursement program available to eligible employees Training & professional development opportunitiesHourly Wage: New Hire: $26.09 · 90 days: $27.39 · 1 year: $28.84 · 2 years: $30.41 · 3 years: $32.01About Youth Counselor: This is an 8 hour per week, floater position. Assumes responsibility for the supervision, safety, security and behavior management of dependent, neglect or delinquent youth at the Juvenile Detention Center or Linn County Child and Youth Development/Peer Group. Work is performed under general supervision. Knows the County’s Customer-Centered Culture principles, the County’s Mission, Strategic Plan and Core Values and demonstrates a commitment to customer satisfaction for all customers on a regular basis.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Supervises dependent, neglected or delinquent youth residing in the Juvenile Detention Center or participating in Peer Group activities or programs.Makes decisions involving the admission of youth in crisis situations, voluntary or police referral. Interviews police/juvenile court officer or case worker and parents. Assesses the psychological, physical and emotional needs of the youth being referred.Checks and maintains security and safety of residents on a continual basis.Organizes, plans and implements structured daily activities for youth after assessing group dynamics and individual needs. Prepares intake packets and organizes groups for new Peer Group clients.Prepares monthly activity schedule for Peer Group.Provides group and individual counseling for all residents. Contacts school counselors and visits schools regarding Peer Group clients.Promotes, encourages and supports appropriate behavior through relationship building, and confronts negative/inappropriate behavior in a professional manner.Contacts parents/school counselor regarding Peer Group participants’ behavior.Physically restrains residents for the protection of themselves or others.Observes and records description of behavior for the purpose of program planning and for recommendation to the court. Keeps daily records and reports.Responds to emergency situations such as escape or suicide attempts, drug overdose, intoxicated youth, etc.Implements medical instructions. Monitors medical needs of youth and refers problems to appropriate authority.Implements behavior management system utilizing a token economy, behavior contracting, level system, time outs, mediation essays, etc.Prepares and manages serving of meals for 10-20 people. Purchases supplies for Peer Group Program. Develops transportation routes for new Peer Groups participants.Performs some maintenance tasks when needed. Provides for maintenance of van.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
8 hours per week Floater position
Salary : $29 - $32
