Youth Care & Behavior Specialist

Hamilton County, Ohio; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County Juvenile Court in Cincinnati is seeking a Youth Care Specialist to provide safe supervision and care for residents in a secure juvenile detention setting. You will act as a role model, mentor, and part of a team delivering pro-social activities and skill-building.

The position requires high school diploma or GED, 1 year of related care experience, completion of in-service training (CPR/First Aid), and be 21 or older.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience in direct care to children.
• Must complete in-service training including CPR, First Aid, and Response to Resistance.
• Must be age 21 or older.
• Must pass background screening.

Responsibilities

• Role model healthy interpersonal interactions with residents.
• Provide safe and secure environment and foster community.
• Monitor residents for safety and well-being per risk level.
• Assist in creating strong team morale and belonging.
• Educate youths on maintaining unit cleanliness and duties.
• Escort new admissions and assign rooms and responsibilities.
• Refer residents for psychology evaluations and handle medical requests.

Skills

Supervision

De-escalation

Teamwork

Conflict management

Youth development

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year direct care experience

Tools

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Response to Resistance

Job description

Hamilton County Juvenile Court in Cincinnati is seeking a Youth Care Specialist to provide safe supervision and care for residents in a secure juvenile detention setting. You will act as a role model, mentor, and part of a team delivering pro-social activities and skill-building.

The position requires high school diploma or GED, 1 year of related care experience, completion of in-service training (CPR/First Aid), and be 21 or older.