Youth Services Specialist II
About The Position
Loudoun County Government is seeking qualified and committed candidates for the Youth Services Specialist II position, serving the Youth Detention Center and RISE Youth Shelter located in Leesburg, Virginia. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the safety, security, and well-being of youth placed in our residential programs. The programs provide short-term care for youth who are pending court hearings or serving court-ordered sanctions and are regulated by the Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to ensure compliance with state requirements. The goal is to provide a physically and emotionally safe and secure environment for youth placed in our care temporarily by the court.
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of related professional experience (with at least one (1) year at the level of a Youth Services Specialist I or its equivalent); or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Must maintain a current driver’s license
- Must be able to use automated technology and be able to operate keyboard-driven equipment
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual English and Spanish preferred
Responsibilities
- Supervise youth during daily activities, including recreation, education, hygiene, meals, visitation, life skills programming, and spiritual services
- Manage youth behavior using the least restrictive interventions, incorporating coaching and conflict resolution techniques to encourage pro-social behavior
- Counsel and discipline youth as appropriate, and perform physical restraints when necessary in accordance with policy
- Transport youth to off-site appointments and activities
- Complete documentation, including incident reports and daily logs
- Operate the control room, monitor facility safety systems, and manage access control
- Conduct facility inspections, room checks, and youth searches to maintain a safe and secure environment
Benefits
- Forbes' 2025 Best Large Employers recognition
- Commitment to employee satisfaction and excellence in public service
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, growing community
- Hiring salary will be commensurate with experience
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
