Youth Care Advocate - FT 2nd Shift, Shelter

Lancopasheriff; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancopasheriff Youth Intervention Center in Lancaster, PA is seeking a Youth Care Worker for the second shift. This full-time role involves direct daily care and supervision of detained youth, adhering to safety and facility rules.

You will document behavior, assist with basic needs, transport youth to court/appointments, and work weekends or holidays as needed. Qualifications include a high school diploma and understanding of juvenile justice.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of juvenile justice and child welfare systems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work under pressure.
• Ability to interact with youth in a caring, professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Observe and document behavior of detained youth.
• Explain and reinforce rules of operation with detained youth.
• Ensure basic needs are met and safety is maintained.
• Transport detained youth to court and medical appointments.
• Interact with youth during admissions and daily activities.
• Assist with off-site programming and supervise as needed.

Skills

Juvenile justice knowledge

Experience with juveniles

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Cultural competency

PC / MS Office basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office / IT skills

Job description

Lancopasheriff Youth Intervention Center in Lancaster, PA is seeking a Youth Care Worker for the second shift. This full-time role involves direct daily care and supervision of detained youth, adhering to safety and facility rules.

You will document behavior, assist with basic needs, transport youth to court/appointments, and work weekends or holidays as needed. Qualifications include a high school diploma and understanding of juvenile justice.