Youth Service Officer

Wayne Halfway House is committed to the belief that every moment of every day is critical for each of our youth. We train our employees to always be a positive example for those around them. Through constant effort and encouragement, we believe our residents will receive a life-changing impact, which will lead them to future successes.

General Responsibilities: To provide daily care and supervision for the residents of Wayne Halfway House, Inc. Programs, following all criteria set by the State of Florida Department of Children's Services and Wayne Halfway House, Inc. Assist management as directed with the implementation of rules and Policies. This facility provides services to male residents.

Duties:

1. Perform intake on new residents.

2. Keep daily logs.

3. Participate in reporting and handling of crisis situations.

4. Establish good rapport with the residents.

5. Teach/ supervise Independent Living Skills.

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

7. Supervise recreational activities.

8. Supervise mealtimes.

9. Provide transportations for clients when needed.

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

11. Maintain discipline following State and Federal guidelines.

12. Maintain knowledge of community resources.

13. Monitor residents for safe environment at the facility.

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

15. Participate in the PQI Program as requested.

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

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

Qualifications and Experience: A Youth Service/Corrections Officer must be at least 19 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED. One year working with a Children's Services Program is preferred.

NO FELONY CONVICTIONS. Must pass a drug screen and Level 2 background check and maintain eligibility for continued employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Adolescents: 1 year (Preferred)
• Residential Treatment: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Jacksonville, FL 32244: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19