Youth Services Specialist II

4 days ago


Leesburg, United States Loudoun County Government Full time
Salary: $54,644.30 - $92,895.32 Annually

Location : Leesburg, VA

Job Type: FT Hourly W BN

Job Number: 24-00371

Department: Juvenile Court Services Unit

Opening Date: 05/20/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Grade: 118

Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government

ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY. THE RESUME IS CONSIDERED SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ONLY. APPLICATIONS THAT ARE INCOMPLETE OR INDICATE 'SEE RESUME' WILL NOT BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION.
Introduction

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 Center
  • Less 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.

Job Summary

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 youth's 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 youth
  • Additional 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 County's Hiring and Retention Bonus Program.
Minimum Qualifications

  • 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.
  • Valid driver's license is required.
Preferred:
  • Bilingual English and Spanish preferred.

Job Contingencies and Special Requirements
  • 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.

Loudoun County Government offers a variety of benefits to both regular full time and part time employees. To view the comprehensive benefits package we have to offer you when you join our team, please click

Benefits elgibility for temporary employees are dependent on duration of assignment and number of scheduled hours.

01

What is your experience working in a residential/correctional setting?

02

What is your knowledge of the Juvenile Justice System population?

03

Describe your experience providing crisis intervention to youth in a residential setting?

04

Do you have current training in Handle with Care?
  • Yes
  • No


05

Do you have current training in First Aid for Adults?
  • Yes
  • No


06

Do you have current training in CPR for Adults?
  • Yes
  • No


07

In accordance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) which was passed to prevent the sexual abuse and harassment of juveniles in confinement all applicants are asked the following questions as an additional measure to ensure resident safety.Have you ever engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or other institution (as defined in 42 U.S.C 1997)? Do not provide information on expunged cases.
  • Yes
  • No


08

Have you ever been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community by force, threat of force, or coercion, when the person did not consent, including cases when the person was unable to consent? Do not provide information on expunged cases.
  • Yes
  • No


09

Have you ever been civilly or administratively adjudicated for having engaged in sexual activity in the community by force, threat of force, or coercion, when the person did not consent, including cases when the person was unable to consent?
  • Yes
  • No


10

Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor, other than minor traffic violations?
  • Yes
  • No


11

If yes, please explain

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