Youth Crisis Care Specialist – Mentoring & Safety

Laramie County Government; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Laramie County Government seeks a dedicated staff member to maintain safety and security for staff, youth, visitors and facilities, while providing supervision and positive role modeling during daily activities.

The role involves leading youth through disciplinary actions, setting standards, supporting educational initiatives, and coordinating access to services to promote emotional stability and development.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; 2 years experience working with juveniles in group, community or education settings, or equivalent combination education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintains safety and security of staff, youth, visitors and facilities; provides supervision, monitoring and direction while modeling positive behavior for youth during daily activities.
• Provides leadership to youth through disciplinary actions, setting standards and guiding educational initiatives.
• Explains agency rules, regulations, policies and procedures to new residents.
• Coordinates, supervises and motivates youth during daily activities and encourages participation in program components.
• Supports the educational department in assisting youth with completing assignments.
• Coordinates youth access to services that benefit their emotional stability and development.
• Provides CPR / First Aid if needed; calls 911 when necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

Laramie County Government seeks a dedicated staff member to maintain safety and security for staff, youth, visitors and facilities, while providing supervision and positive role modeling during daily activities.

The role involves leading youth through disciplinary actions, setting standards, supporting educational initiatives, and coordinating access to services to promote emotional stability and development.