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We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated individual to join our team as a Juvenile Justice Youth Development Specialist I. This role is responsible for providing support and guidance to youth in our care, helping them to develop the skills and knowledge needed to become independent and responsible adults.
Key Responsibilities- Collaborate with a team to oversee and supervise youth in daily activities, including classrooms, mealtime, and clinical sessions.
- Provide advocacy, guidance, and support to youth to help them develop coping skills and social and life skills.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and secure environment by completing required program security measures.
- Monitor and observe the conduct and behavior of youth, taking appropriate action to prevent disturbances or self-harm.
- Ability to establish rapport with youth and staff from diverse backgrounds.
- Capacity to interact with people under physical and emotional stress.
- Capability to make decisions and act quickly in emergency situations.
- Proficiency in gathering information and exercising discretion in handling confidential information.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Flexibility to work varied shifts, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to take direction and work under supervision.
Incumbents may be exposed to verbal and physical confrontations and potentially dangerous environments. They may be required to physically restrain youth and work extended hours, nights, and weekends.
This is an open and continuous posting for full-time and part-time positions on multiple shifts. For additional information about the Department of Youth Services and its programs, please visit our website.
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