Youth Care Specialist (Residential)

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, Department of Juvenile Justice, seeks a Youth Worker I to supervise and support juvenile residents in a day treatment or residential setting. You will monitor activities, assist in skill development, and maintain safety under supervision.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma and a valid driver's license. The role is full-time, with shift premiums, overtime eligibility, and mandatory training at the Louisville academy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No prior specialized experience required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Maintains custody and control of juveniles in a custodial security setting.
• At beginning level, supervises and monitors activities of DJJ juveniles; assists juveniles in interpersonal skill development.
• Escorts juveniles between various institutional areas.
• Takes appropriate action during emergencies to prevent escapes and suppress disorder.
• Maintains shift logs on juvenile’s activities and notifies supervisors of issues; completes incident reports as needed; assists juveniles in complaint procedures.
• Performs counts and, or, wellness checks for juveniles.
• Monitors individuals entering and leaving institutional grounds.
• Maintains approved physical restraint technique certifications as required by DJJ policies.
• Provides support services for routine maintenance, etc.; checks premises and ensures safety of juveniles; attends staff meetings, case conferences and trainings.
• Required to be able to exert physical effort in the proper restraint of residents based on behavior.
• May perform other physical efforts in assisting youth with recreational and work related projects.
• May be required to work overtime and any shift as needed and directed.

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, Department of Juvenile Justice, seeks a Youth Worker I to supervise and support juvenile residents in a day treatment or residential setting. You will monitor activities, assist in skill development, and maintain safety under supervision.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma and a valid driver's license. The role is full-time, with shift premiums, overtime eligibility, and mandatory training at the Louisville academy.