JJYS Technician I (3rd Shift) - Cache Valley Youth Center

State of Utah Office of the Governor • Logan, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The JJYS Technician I works with youth ordered into the care and custody of the Utah Division of Juvenile Justice and Youth Services (JJYS). The role provides supervision, intervention, and rehabilitation while helping ensure the safety of youth, staff, and the public. Technicians monitor visitors and residents, coordinate youth activities, support facility operations, and teach pro-social skills while implementing specialized treatment plans.

The position is based in-office at the Cache Valley Youth Center in Logan, Utah. It is part-time indefinitely, and a majority of shifts may be graveyard shifts from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Shifts may rotate and include nights, weekends, and holidays depending on location. The work is fast-paced and may involve physical exertion and active physical intervention to de-escalate unsafe situations.

Within the first 90 days after hire, employees participate in one week of New Employee Training and one week of verbal and physical de-escalation training. A background check is required.

Requirements

• Wants to be part of a team focused on changing young lives, supporting families, and keeping communities safe.
• A majority of shifts may be graveyard shifts (10 p.m.–6 a.m.).
• Work may require physical exertion and active physical intervention for safety.
• Ability to stand, walk over rough surfaces, bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, and lift moderately heavy items up to 50 pounds repeatedly and/or for long periods.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in writing and read and understand written information.

Nice To Haves

• Age 19 or older.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to speak multiple languages.
• Valid Utah driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Work with youth ordered into JJYS care and custody.
• Monitor visitors and residents within the facility.
• Schedule and coordinate activities for youth.
• Assist the Control Supervisor by conducting perimeter checks.
• Use appropriate intervention techniques to resolve potentially dangerous situations and protect staff, clients, the public, facilities, and property.
• Provide intervention, supervision, and rehabilitation programs to youth offenders while assuring public safety.
• Communicate information and ideas clearly and concisely in writing, and read and understand written information.
• Multitask by answering phones, scheduling visits, and operating the Control Board to open doors for staff.
• Teach pro-social behavior skills and implement specialized treatment plans.

Benefits

• Job stability within a well-established organization.
• Career growth and opportunities for leadership.
• Meaningful work contributing to community services.
• Supportive work environment valuing cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
• Work/life balance is described as an important element of the organization’s culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed