Youth Development Specialist Youth Opportunity Investments, LLC 16
reviews - Nashville, TN Job Summary Under the supervision of the Shift
Supervisor, the Youth Development Specialistsupervises, guides, and
counsels youth through daily activities within the Juvenile Justice
Facility. Typical Duties * Closely provides direct and continuous
supervision of Facility youth in accordance with policy and procedure
that promote a safe, secure and humane environment for youth and staff.
This includes monitoring all youth activity to make certain that
adequate security measures are maintained through conducting security
checks, youth counts, and room checks at appropriate intervals. *
Supervises around the clock structured and leisure activities of the
youth, including preparing youth for various group and individual
activities such as religious services, classes, recreational programs,
and court hearing * Supervises meals and coordinates distribution of
food and utensils. * Supervises and provides instruction of all
activities (e.g.; bathing/showering, personal hygiene, etc.) on a daily
basis to maintain physical cleanliness and hygienic conditions of the
juvenile and center. May assist in the laundering of youth clothing. *
Participates in the youth admission and orientation process which
includes, but is not limited to, rules and regulations applicable to
youth, room assignments, and completion of appropriate documentation,
etc. * Administers behavior management program Responsible for ensuring
that youth receives appropriate points during shift. * Monitors youth
for changes in behavior that may indicate potential crisis situations in
accordance with facility guidelines and alerts other staff as
appropriate. * Intervenes when necessary in crisis situations in
accordance with policy and procedure guidelines for physical and
mechanical restraints, room confinements, or other appropriate action.
Submits information to Shift Supervisor on the more serious disciplinary
actions and in accordance with Facility policy/procedure. * Escorts
youth within the facility and externally as directed. This may be to
accompany youth during hospital visits, funerals and appointments at
various social service agencies. * Reports all observances of unusual
behaviors of youths physical and mental health to the Supervisor in
Charge/Team Leader and the designated medical authority. * Operates and
monitors electronic security and communication equipment including
control panel, intercom, computers, and alarms. * Organizes and directs
participation in group recreational activities such as games, arts and
crafts, gym events, outdoor activities and other activities as required.
- Documents youth behaviors and actions daily, using log book, incident
reports, shift change notes, youth files, and disciplinary reports. *
Ensures that each youths file is updated with current and proper legal
and medical/insurance information and that the files are in compliance
with the State and Administrative rules. * Collects and assembles data
and information from various agencies, court staff, and other sources. *
Ensures compliance with federal, state, local and Facility policy and
procedure and lawful court orders * Communicates verbally and in writing
in a coherent and effective manner through reports, and memorandums,
both internally and with external agency contacts. * In collaboration
with a certified instructor, serves as an active participant in the
youths educational program. * Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications * Minimum High School/GED or a Bachelors
Degree from an accredited college; preferably in Counseling, Social
Work, Criminal Justice, Psychology, or other related Social Services
preferred. * At least one year of previous experience with at-risk youth
in a youth or community-based juvenile justice environment is preferred.
- At least one year of proven experience in a secured facility is
strongly preferred. * United States citizenship. * 21 years of age at
the time of application submission. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and
Other Characteristics * Previous experience in social services or
juvenile direct care. Previous experience working with delinquent or
emotionally troubled youths and/or families, which may have been in an
intern or volunteer capacity. * Knowledge of and sensitivity to cultural
diversity and of socioeconomic or psychological factors affecting youth
behavior. * Ability to recognize abnormal behaviors and adverse health
conditions in juveniles and follow proper medical reporting procedures.
- Ability to effectively listen, understand, and communicate in English
(verbally and in writing) at the appropriate level with juveniles,
family members, staff, attorneys, investigators and court officers. *
Ability to prioritize competing demands and to be flexible, creative,
proactive, and effective under pressure in a fast-paced environment. *
Must possess knowledge of group dynamics and the ability to establish
trust and cooperation with juveniles while maintaining an appropriate
level of professionalism, assertiveness, and leadership. * Ability to
work effectively under stressful conditions and emergency situations. *
Highly accountable, reliable, and prompt, with a strong work ethic. *
Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word,
Excel, and PowerPoint. * Demonstrates skills in database creation and
maintenance. * Bilingual communication skills preferred. Physical
Requirements * Ability to move desks, beds and other furniture to
conduct security checks. * Ability to step up on elevated surfaces, such
as beds or stools, to conduct room searches. * Reaching, bending, and
stooping to perform security checks, housekeeping and other tasks. *
Extended periods of walking throughout the facility. * Extended periods
of standing. * Ability to physically restrain youth under adverse
conditions, including the ability to manage weights of 75lbs. to 200
lbs. when restraining adolescents. * Ability to demonstrate proficiency
in Physical Restraint Techniques. * Ability to respond to emergency
situations according to facility policies, procedures and protocols. *
Ability to effectively communicate (hear and respond) 10 codes through
the intercom/radio transmission monitoring system. * Lifting and
carrying containers for meals, laundry bags and other items weighing up
to 35 lbs. * Must be able to be mandated or work overtime based on
departmental needs. Working Conditions: * * Exposure to youth behavior
problems that may include physical acting out and require safe physical
management skills. * Exposure to youth with complex mental health issues
and/or disorders. * Exposure to youth with various states of cleanliness
and hygiene. * Exposure to various health related conditions or youth of
a communicable nature which requires precaution and adhering to medical
instruction. * Open availability to work any shift at a 24-hour facility
(includes evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays and ability to work
overtime as directed. Hiring Requirements * Pass a pre-employment drug
screen and background check including but not limited to Criminal
History, DIANA Screen and professional references. * A result of
negative from the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS)
Child Abuse Registry. * Meet additional minimum requirements for
eligibility established by the Administrative Office. * Must pass Prison
Rape Elimination Act (PREA) screening requirements. Bene*fits Package *
Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage * Basic Term Life Insurance * Pension
Plan and Deferred Compensation Program * Employee Assistance Program *
Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time Currently hiring for two shifts:
- 6am to 2pm, and 2) 2pm to 10pm. Job Type: Full-time Education: * High
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