Youth Security Officer 12 Hour shifts

Raekar Residential

Job Description

Position: Youth Care Worker/Youth Service Officer

Classification: Full-time hourly

Reports to: Shift Supervisor

General Information

To provide daily care and supervision for residents of Wayne Halfway House, Inc. Programs, following all criteria set by the State of South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice and Wayne Halfway House, Inc. Assist the Security Supervisor as directed with the implementation of rules and Policies.

Duties/Responsibilities:

· Perform intake on new residents.

· Keep daily logs.

· Participate in reporting and handling of crisis situations.

· Establish a good rapport with the residents.

· Teach/ supervise Independent Living Skills.

· Encourage/ instruct residents in the practice of proper hygiene and health practices.

· Supervise recreational activities.

· Supervise mealtimes.

· Provide transportation for clients when needed.

· Demonstrate competence in cultural knowledge, awareness, and sensitivity.

· Maintain discipline following State and Federal guidelines.

· Maintain knowledge of community resources.

· Monitor residents for safe environment at the facility.

· Follow all applicable Policies and Procedures of Wayne Halfway House, Inc.

· Participate in the PQI Program as requested.

· Receive administrative supervision from Shift Supervisor and Educational/ Professional Development supervision from the assigned Staff Development Instructor.

· Perform any other job-related duties as assigned by Security Supervisor.

Required Skills and abilities:

· Excellent verbal communication skills

· Excellent interpersonal skills.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and youth.

· Ability to prioritize tasks.

Education and Experience

· High school diploma or equivalent required.

· Must have a current valid license in the state of employment to transport youth.

· Must be willing to complete any required training.

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods of standing and walking.

· Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

· Must pass a drug test.

This job description reflects the current assignment of essential functions and is not meant to be all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities may be assigned or reassigned to this job at any time.

NO FELONY CONVICTIONS.

Signatures:

This job description has been approved by:

Manager______________________________________ Date ________________

HR__________________________________________ Date _________________

Employee signature below indicates the employee's understanding of the requirements, essential functions and duties of the position.

Employee______________________________________ Date__________________

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

• Greenville, SC 29604 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Greenville, SC 29604: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22