At-Risk Youth Worker-JIU

County of St. Clair • St. Clair County Day Treatment/Night Watch, MI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Under direction, the At-Risk Youth Worker is a professional level position providing for the care, safety and security of the students, staff, residents, and visitors within the Day Treatment/Night Watch Program or the secure Juvenile Intervention Unit. This position assists in the implementation of programs, serves as a role model and enforces rules within a Behavioral Management setting by providing positive and negative reinforcements to youth. The Juvenile Intervention Unit is a 24-hour facility and this position may include working hours on days, afternoons, midnights and/or weekends. Work performed in the Juvenile Intervention Unit will be paid at the higher hourly rate of II-E, wage range: $45,212 - $59,496 or $21.74 - $28.60 hourly.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited high school (GED acceptable) supplemented by college coursework in the following areas: Child Development, Criminal Justice, Education, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work or a closely related field required.
• 1 to 3 years of responsible work experience required.
• Ability to remain calm and appropriately manage emergencies.
• Writing, reading, mathematical principles; proficient computer skills-Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook; exercise sound judgment and decision making in accordance with policies and procedures; ability to research and problem solve independently; knowledge of County operations and functions; ability to prioritize and time manage; handle stressful situations, provide effective and friendly customer service; support the County's mission and values; ability to think critically where necessary.
• Knowledge or understanding of basic administrative tasks: operate standard office equipment; document management; prepare and maintain records, various correspondences and reports; answer general inquiries and refer as necessary; answer telephone calls, process mail, order supplies/equipment; prepare meeting agendas, attend meetings, record/transcribe/distribute minutes; entering, transcribing, recording, storing or maintaining information in written or electronic form with speed and accuracy; maintain calendars, arrange meetings, schedule rooms and equipment as necessary.
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with management, co-workers and clients; obtain and communicate accurate information; apply common sense understanding to complex instructions and respond accordingly; communicate complex ideas through graphs, charts, presentations, reports or other professional correspondence.
• Ability to demonstrate predictable, reliable, and timely attendance.
• Ability to read, write & communicate in English; follow written and verbal instruction and understand basic mathematics and figure checking.
• Ability to interpret and apply procedures, rules, technical information, instructions, manuals to complete tasks accurately and on schedule.
• Ability to learn from directions, observations, and mistakes; and apply procedures using good judgement.
• Ability to use discretion and maintain sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to work independently or part of a team; ability to interact appropriately with others such as County officials, employees, vendors and the general public.
• Ability to work under supervision, receiving instructions/feedback, coaching/counseling and/or action/discipline.
• Adaptability to change in the work environment, managing competing demands and ability to deal with frequent changes, delays or unexpected events.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services including customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
• Proficient skills using Microsoft Office programs including, but not limited to: Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook as required.
• Candidate must successfully complete an annual background check throughout employment in the position in order maintain satisfactory qualifications.
• Possess a valid State of Michigan Operator's License and maintain eligibility to drive as per the County's vehicle policy throughout employment in this position.
• Possess a valid CPR, first aid and AED certification, or successfully complete the training within ninety (90) days of employment in the position.
• Successfully complete all required training as mandated by the department and state regulations.
• This position will require irregular hours and work schedules will include nights, weekends, holidays and unanticipated overtime.

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree with a major in Child Development, Criminal Justice, Education, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work or a closely related field preferred.
• experience working with at-risk or delinquent youth preferred.
• An equivalent combination of relevant professional work experience supplemented by technical training, and/or certification may substitute for education requirement.

Responsibilities

• Closely supervise youth of the DTNW Program or the Juvenile Intervention Unit to ensure adequate safety measures are met and order is maintained.
• Provides leadership and observes, confronts, and redirects youth behavior within a Behavioral Management setting.
• Refers acute problems to appropriate staff members.
• Assists the educational provider in whatever manner necessary to provide appropriate schooling and school related activities to students, as needed.
• Immediately report any suspected abuse or neglect of youth.
• Assist the clinical provider in whatever manner necessary to provide appropriate emotional supports to youth.
• Participate in staff and team meetings as requested to discuss observations of youth behavior.
• Serve as an empathetic listener to youth on topics such as family, problems, court hearings, homework, and general interpersonal relationships.
• Prepare reports and documents, summarize youth progress, incidents, behavior, and other required information for use by probation officers, clinicians, the court, and others.
• Oversee, referee and supervise recreational activities.
• Intervene as necessary in crisis situations.
• Follow policy and procedural guidelines for physical restraint and management.
• Perform duties at either program (DTNW or JIU) as assigned.
• Maintain and enforce DTNW/JIU policies, rules, and regulations.
• May temporarily assume duties and responsibilities of Shift Leader in his/her absence.
• Consistently model professional interactions with supervisor, youth, co-workers, family members and others connected to the program.
• Provides first aid and investigates illness or injury complaints to determine the need for additional medical services.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The Juvenile Intervention Unit is a 24-hour facility and this position may include working hours on days, afternoons, midnights and/or weekends. Work performed in the Juvenile Intervention Unit will be paid at the higher hourly rate of II-E, wage range: $45,212 - $59,496 or $21.74 - $28.60 hourly.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED