Youth Services Specialist II

1 week ago

Leesburg, Virginia, United States Loudoun County Government Full time


Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of at-risk and detained youth??? We have a career opportunity for you.

The Loudoun County Juvenile Court Service Unit is seeking qualified candidates for Youth Services Specialist II positions serving the Youth Services Center located in Leesburg, VA.

This new facility, which opened in Spring 2023, contains 2 different residential programs:
Secure Juvenile Detention CenterLess Secure Youth Shelter for court-involved youth.
Youth Services Specialists are responsible for the welfare, safety, and security of the youth at the facility. Positions may be available in either program.

Loudoun County is recognized as one of the fastest growing counties in the United States and is known for its excellent quality of life and strong economy.

Located approximately 40 miles west of Washington DC, Loudoun County offers a diverse blend of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities.


Typical Youth Services Specialist II core responsibilities include:
Supervise youth in all daily activities, such as: recreational, educational, hygiene, meals, visitation, life skills and spiritual services.

Manage youths behavior by the least restrictive means, utilizing coaching and conflict resolution skills to teach and promote pro-social behavior among the youth.

Counsel, discipline and physically restrain youth as needed.
Transport youth.
Plan, prepare and facilitate age-appropriate activities to promote self-growth and stimulate youths interest.
Complete reports and daily logs.
Operate control room. (Detention Center only)Conduct inspections, security checks and searches.
May be requested to provide support to other programs within Department.
Mentor youthAdditional activities may be assigned as needed.
Hiring salary will be commensurate with experience. This position is eligible for a $3,000 hiring bonus in accordance with the Countys Hiring and Retention Bonus Program. Must be at least 21 years of age.

Bachelors 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.

Valid drivers license is required.

Preferred:
Bilingual English and Spanish preferred.

Must be able to successfully complete First Aid, CPR for adults and Handle with Care (physical intervention) within 90 days of hire.

Must update certifications as needed.

Position is considered essential and requires reporting to work in inclement weather or other states of emergency and or as required by Director.

Must be able to work all shifts as assigned, rotating schedules that includes days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. This position is required to work on either a 12-hour day or night shift.
Must have the ability to use automated technology and be able to operate keyboard driven equipment.
May be at risk of exposure to various forms of communicable disease.
Requires occasional stooping, bending, and /or light lifting.

Employment is contingent on the satisfactory results of a physical exam, drug screening, TB test, Department of Motor Vehicle record check, criminal background checks and fingerprinting, to include Child Protective Services, as required by federal and state standards applicable to the facility.

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