Youth Care Worker-Shelter FT 2nd shift (2 Vacancies)

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

## Youth Care Worker-Shelter FT 2nd shift (2 Vacancies)Apply: Youth Intervention Center-235 Circle Avenue, Lancaster, PA: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 2, 2026 (13 days left to apply): JR-2026-456**Starting Compensation:**$45,697.60/AnnuallyFind job security and stability alongside a growing community and a team that supports you. Level up your career through a large network and specialty training.If you're passionate about making a difference, apply today to join us in serving the community!**Job Description:**Additional Job Description**JOB SUMMARY*** Youth Care Workers are responsible for the direct daily care and supervision of the youth detained in the facility.* This position is expected to exert a positive influence over detained youth through daily interaction.**REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS*** Reports to Shift Supervisor.**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS*** Observe and document behavior of detained youth.* Prevent physical, sexual, and emotional abuse of detained youth.* Explain and reinforce rules of operation with detained youth.* Prepare and deliver services related to basic human needs.* Ensure community safety by adhering to facility security procedures.* Interact and guide detained youth regarding individual and group behaviors.* Meet, greet, and search detained youth during the admissions process.* Physically manage detained youth to prevent injury, as needed.* Transport detained youth to court and medical appointments.* Monitor residents during off-site programming events.* Administer first aid to detained youth, as necessary.* Available to work weekends, holidays, and flexible shifts, as needed.**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS*** In accordance with PA Code 3800-55h, applicants must be 21 years of age.* Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED.**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES*** Knowledge of the juvenile justice and child welfare systems.* Knowledge of basic institutional housekeeping.* Knowledge of behaviors associated with detained youth* Experience working with juveniles* Good organizational skills.* Dependable individual who is self-starter and can work with minimal supervision.* Individuals need to be culturally competent* Proficient in the use of a personal computer using common word processing, data entry and email software* Ability to speak and write legibly and articulately.* Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and maintain confidentiality.* Ability to maintain professional demeanor under stressful situations.* Ability to work in a diverse environment.* Ability to interact with youth in a positive manner.* Able to perform multiple duties in a fast-paced environment.* Able to handle CONFIDENTIAL information in a professional manner.* Ability to produce high volumes of work with minimal errors.**REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS*** §Clean criminal record, FBI Clearance, and child abuse record.* §Must have and maintain a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and an acceptable driving record in accordance with County policy.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT*** Must have the ability to physically manage youth ages ten to eighteen when displaying physical aggression or self-harming behaviors in order to prevent injury, as needed.* Occasional pushing and pulling up to 150 lbs.* Walking 40% of the time* Sitting 60% of the time* This position has been identified as having the potential for exposure to Hepatitis B. Access to training and a voluntary vaccination against Hepatitis B is provided.The County of Lancaster offers comprehensive benefits to our employees. Read more about our benefits here.