JJYS Youth Development Associate/Specialist- Cache Valley Youth Center
About The Position
JJYS Youth Development Associate/Specialist- Cache Valley Youth Center. This position is eligible for a full benefits package. The salary ranges from $18.55 - $20.74 Hourly Wage. This is an In-Office / On-Site position. The application deadline is 9/20/2026. This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible. The Department of Health and Human Services is dedicated to providing care for individuals and families of Utah. Utah Division of Juvenile Justice and Youth Services (JJYS) provides a continuum of prevention, intervention, supervision and rehabilitation services and programs to youth offenders while assuring public safety. JJYS team members have the unique opportunity to see the impacts of their hard work and dedication to improve the well-being of youth. JJYS team members provide critical support and guidance to youth at-risk for delinquency while they transition into adulthood. Together, we can help improve the lives and welfare of young people in the care of JJYS.
Requirements
- Two years of paid working experience with troubled or at-risk youth, two years of full-time education or a combination of education and experience to equal two years.
- A valid Utah Driver's License.
- Four years of paid working experience with troubled or at-risk youth, four years of full-time education or a combination of education and experience to equal four years.
- A valid Utah Driver's License.
Nice To Haves
- Candidates who are 21 years of age or older
- Candidates who have a high school diploma or GED
Responsibilities
- Mentor, oversee and work closely with high risk/violent youth offenders
- Schedule and provide supervision of individual and group activities
- Writes court reports, parole summaries, treatment plans, and supervision standards
- Assist with teaching a variety of pro-social, academic and vocational skills
- Implement specialized treatment plans
- Co-facilitate individual, family or group sessions with a Licensed Mental Health Practitioner
- Pass the Integrated Crisis Response (ICR) intervention program within 90 days of employment. Provide crisis intervention when necessary
- Resolve potentially dangerous situations to ensure the safety of staff, clients or the public
- Transport youth
- Communicate information and ideas clearly and concisely, in writing; read and understand information presented in writing
- Speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand, information and ideas as presented verbally
Benefits
- This position is eligible for a full benefits package.
- 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 and much more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
