Youth Development Specialist — Mentorship & Impact

State of Utah

Ogden (UT)

On-site

USD 25,554 - 28,571

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

State of Utah is hiring for Youth Development Associate/Specialist roles in Ogden, UT. Location: 790 W 12th St, Ogden, UT 84404.

This in‑office, full‑time position offers a salary range based on experience and a structured career path within the Utah Division of Juvenile Justice and Youth Services. The Ideal candidate will have experience with at-risk youth, meet background check requirements, and be prepared for a supportive role in a large state organization.

Qualifications

Two years of paid working experience with troubled or at-risk youth, or two years of full-time education or a combination of education and experience to equal two years.
Background check and drug test may be required as part of the employment process.

Responsibilities

Mentor, oversee and work closely with non custody youth.
May work with high risk/violent youth offenders while covering at a facility.
Schedule and provide supervision of individual and group activities.
Assist with teaching pro-social, academic and vocational skills.
Implement specialized treatment plans.
Co-facilitate sessions with a Licensed Mental Health Practitioner.
Pass the Integrated Crisis Response program within 90 days; provide crisis intervention when needed.
Resolve potentially dangerous situations to ensure safety of staff, clients or the public.
Transport youth.
Communicate clearly in writing and read information presented in writing.
Speak clearly and listen to information as presented verbally.