Youth Program Officer I

Douglas County•NV - China Spring Youth Camp, NV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Applications are reviewed regularly. Postings may close prior to the listed date. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of troubled youth? Do you want to be a driving force for change? Apply today as a Youth Program Officer and serve as a role model for residents to observe and learn socially effective values, attitudes, and behaviors. China Spring Youth Camp, located in Douglas County, Nevada, is dedicated to helping male and female, mid-level offenders between the ages of 12 and 18 develop skills, knowledge, and experience to promote health and resiliency, and arrest-progression of problems caused by delinquent behavior. Camp provides behavioral healthcare services, including services for co-occurring issues, to youth and their families. Our philosophy is one of honor, trust, and accountability. We are dedicated to helping at-risk adolescents define their values using the least restrictive means necessary. We provide structure and programs to help adolescents become productive members of their families and community. China Spring Youth Camp is a 24/7 facility and employees are required to work weekends, holidays and shift work including day, swing and graveyard shifts. Primary Objectives Performs intermediate work performing a variety of direct care services to adjudicated youth between the ages of 12 and 18 in a staff secure residential facility; ensuring safety, health, and welfare of the youth while monitoring day-to-day activities. Incumbents that meet the required education and experience are expected to perform the below primary duties and responsibilities independent of a supervisor after the required training program is complete; performs related tasks as apparent or assigned. This position is a part of a job family. This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to random and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Supervision Exercised None

Requirements

High School diploma or GED and one (1) year of experience working with at-risk youth; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age at date of employment.
Valid Driver’s License
First Aid, Bloodborne Pathogen, CPR, and AED certification within six (6) months of date of employment.
JIREH Level A Certification within six (6) months of date of employment.
Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) training within six (6) months of date of employment.

Responsibilities

Oversees youth in day-to-day activities including, but not limited to: routine cleaning and sanitation, shower and hygiene, recreation and education, culinary activities, phone calls, meals and snacks, visitations, church services, in-camp details, and out-of-camp details.
Works a rotating schedule that may include day, swing, and graveyard shifts, weekends, and holidays, as assigned, to ensure 24-hour coverage and continuous operation of the facility.
Adjusts to changes in shift assignments based on operational needs.
Maintains sight and sound supervision; accounts for youth under direct supervision; observes and addresses behaviors and implements interventions and discipline as appropriate.
Processes youth arriving and departing the camp, including but not limited to: issuance of clothing, bedding, and personal items; inventories and inspects clothing and property brought in by the youth and secures any unapproved items; provides orientation for new arrivals; explains procedures, daily routines and rules of conduct.
Enters data, organizes files/paperwork, answers phone, prepares and conducts briefings, and completes daily logs; prepares written reports and documentation to record youth’s progress and incidents observed.
Facilitates regularly scheduled group sessions based upon cultural diversity, life skills, character development, problem solving and decision-making skills.
Escorts youth between camp areas; transports and supervises youth during out-of-camp appointments or activities in public settings.
Assists with and documents self-administration of prescription and non-prescription medication; provides first aid as required; observes, reports and documents all observed symptoms of illness/disease.
Performs room inspections and contraband searches; performs physical searches, as needed, and adheres to established safety, security, and emergency preparedness protocols to ensure the safety of youth and self.
Ensures that all areas are safe, secure, sanitary, and free of contraband; inventories and maintains accountability for department issued keys, equipment, tools, and supplies.
Practices emergency management preparedness evacuation and crisis prevention protocols; uses approved physical and mechanical restraint methods.
Interacts with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
Maintains professional and ethical boundaries in all work-related interactions by adhering to organizational policies, respecting confidentiality, and exercising sound judgment when engaging with clients, colleagues, and the public.
Demonstrates integrity by avoiding conflicts of interest, managing personal biases, and ensuring relationships remain appropriate to the scope of work and position responsibilities.
Uses County vehicle to perform various tasks related to job duties.
Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.
Contributes effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.