Juvenile Day Treatment Monitor
About The Position
The St. Joseph County Juvenile Day Treatment Program (JDT) supports youth on Juvenile Probation in remaining in the community and with their families. Youth participate in educational services to maintain or recover school credits, as well as individual and group therapy and activities to develop coping and life skills. JDT is a structured, non-lockdown program providing support, accountability, and monitoring to assist youth in succeeding on Juvenile Probation. Under the supervision of the Juvenile Day Treatment Supervisor, the Juvenile Day Treatment Monitor assists with oversight, instruction, and behavior management of assigned children. The role provides guidance, direction, personal interaction during lessons and activities, and general guidance and advocacy. Interpersonal skills are used to support instruction, security, and related instructional matters. The position is up to 29 hours per week, with flexible scheduling.
Requirements
- High school diploma with supplemental vocational coursework in a school setting, ideally focused on behavioral management.
- One year of experience working with children in a school or recreational setting.
- Some experience with Microsoft Office Suite applications.
- Michigan Vehicle Operator’s License.
Responsibilities
- Assist teachers and the supervisor with implementing activities and lessons for assigned children.
- Assist in planning and implementing activities.
- Instruct children in life skills and provide counseling, parenting, cheerleading, advocacy, and other personal interventions intended to create and nurture a positive learning experience.
- Perform secretarial tasks as required.
- Maintain attendance and other records, and assist in tracking supplies and other operational needs.
- Provide student transportation following required training.
- Facilitate extracurricular activities for children and participate in them.
- Monitor children to facilitate a positive learning environment and ensure the proper level of security.
- Interact with teachers and teacher consultants to ensure workload is consistent with teaching objectives.
- Remain flexible in work assignments, shifting activities and focus in response to changing classroom needs.
- Perform other duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
