Lead Youth Development Specialist-Decker Lake Youth Center

State of Utah • West Valley City, UT

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Youth Development Specialist at the Decker Lake Youth Center is a full-time position responsible for overseeing and working closely with high-risk/volatile youth with complex behavioral problems. This role involves assessing client needs, developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, conducting counseling sessions, and applying appropriate intervention techniques. The specialist will also be responsible for writing reports, leading or functionally supervising staff, and making decisions consistent with Applied Behavior Analysis principles. The position requires transporting youth and strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Successful candidates must pass the Integrated Crisis Response (ICR) intervention program within 90 days of employment.

Requirements

• Six years of paid working experience with troubled or at-risk youth; six years of full-time education or a combination of education and experience to equal six years.
• A valid Utah Driver's License.
• Qualifying work experience: Paid work at any JJYS facility, Utah State Hospital, Utah State Developmental Center, private residential youth programs, alternative schools, juvenile probation/ parole, Law enforcement, or programs that work with at-risk or delinquent youths.
• Background Check Required
• Drug Test Required

Nice To Haves

• Candidates 21 years of age and a high school diploma or GED.
• Non-qualifying work experience: Volunteer work with youth and unpaid experience

Responsibilities

• Oversees and works closely with high risk/volatile youth with complex behavioral problems.
• Assesses client physical, mental, social and behavioral needs.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment plans.
• Conducts individual, family, or group counseling sessions in accordance with the established treatment plan.
• Identifies and applies appropriate security, safety, and control intervention techniques.
• Supervises youth with complex behavioral needs.
• Writes court reports, parole summaries, treatment plans and supervision standards.
• Leads or functionally supervises staff; delegates work assignments, monitors/reviews quality of work, schedules staff, provides technical assistance or training, provides input on performance appraisals, hiring and discipline.
• Makes decisions consistent with the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.
• Transport youth.
• Speaks clearly, concisely and effectively.
• Is able to listen to (and understand) information as presented verbally.
• Will need to be able to read and understand written information.
• Has passed the Integrated Crisis Response (ICR) intervention program within 90 days of employment (coordinated by Juvenile Justice).

Benefits

• Full benefits package
• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

What This Job Offers

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