JJYS Lead Youth Development Specialist- Washington County Youth Center
About The Position
The JJYS Lead Youth Development Specialist- Washington County Youth Center is a full-time, on-site 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 identifying appropriate intervention techniques. The specialist will supervise youth, write reports, and may lead or functionally supervise staff, delegating assignments, monitoring work quality, and providing training. Decisions made will be consistent with the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. The role also includes transporting youth and requires strong verbal and written communication skills. Passing the Integrated Crisis Response (ICR) intervention program within 90 days of employment is also a requirement.
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.
- 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.
- Must pass the Integrated Crisis Response (ICR) intervention program within 90 days of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Candidates 21 years of age
- A high school diploma or GED.
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
- Multiple medical plan options, including a High-Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account.
- Opt-out cash benefit available.
- Multiple dental and vision plan options available.
- 104 hours of annual leave
- 104 hours of sick leave
- 12 paid holidays
- A generous 10% employer contribution to your Utah Retirement Systems (URS) account (Tier II).
- Options include a Pension/401(k) Hybrid Plan or a Defined Contribution Plan.
- Employee discount program
- Free counseling and wellness benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
