What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Specialist position at Washington County Juvenile Center?
Youth Specialist I
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Washington County Juvenile Center
General Job Description
Youth Specialists supervise and record all daily youth activity, keep youth on schedule, and hold youth accountable for their actions through the day. Youth Specialists perform job duties under the general supervision of Case Managers. Activities to monitor track include hygiene, school, community service, chores, and groups. Midnight shift are responsible for bedroom checks as well as other assignments.
This position is full time and starts at $17.00/ hour. We are a 24/7 facility. Youth Specialists will need to be willing to work any shift.
Schedule:
- Wednesday: 9:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.
- Thursday: 9:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.
- Friday: 9:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.
- Saturday: 9:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.
Minimum Qualifications:
· 2-year college degree (prefer criminal justice or social services)
· Ability to pass a criminal background check
· Valid driver’s license
· Clean driving record
· Insurance
Benefits:
· Ohio Public Employee Retirement
· Health Insurance and available
· Accrued sick leave
· 80 hours paid vacation annual after first year
Specific Job Duties include (but not limited to);
· Facilitate groups
· Work with other staff to ensure youth safety at all times
· Transport youth in facility vehicles as needed
· Utilize positive reinforcements to support behavioral objectives
· Report maintenance issues to assure that the facility is properly maintained in order to maintain high standards of health and safety.
Washington County Juvenile Center provided the following inclusive hiring information:
- We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Every weekend
- Overnight shift
Application Question(s):
- Pass a criminal background check?
- Can you pass a drug test?
Education:
- Associate (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $18