Youth Screening & Detention Risk Specialist

BAYS, Inc.; Crestview (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

BAYS, Inc. is seeking a Youth Screening Specialist to screen and assess youth referred by law enforcement for detention status and service recommendations. The role involves evaluating mental health and substance abuse risks and outlining court handling options as needed.

The position requires direct interaction with youth, families, and multiple agencies to ensure accurate processing, reporting, and documentation in relevant systems, with emphasis on safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two (2) years of experience working with youth.
• Must possess a valid Florida driver's license and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Reviews law enforcement paperwork and criminal history records.
• Acts as a resource to families, outside agencies and staff; answers calls.
• Maintains accurate records, to include youth files, screening packets, and JJIS documentation.
• Communicates with youth’s parents/guardians, DJJ and/or DCF staff, and law enforcement to ensure efficient processing.
• Attends court hearings to present detention risk findings.
• Provides crisis intervention to de-escalate immediate conflict situations as needed.
• Provides sight and sound supervision of youth at risk for self-harm.
• Completes installations of EM equipment on youth based on assessment score or court order.
• Assesses suicide risk and completes mental health and substance abuse screenings.
• Utilizes Motivational Interviewing and Trauma-Informed Care during interviews and assessments.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Youth work experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

BAYS, Inc. is seeking a Youth Screening Specialist to screen and assess youth referred by law enforcement for detention status and service recommendations. The role involves evaluating mental health and substance abuse risks and outlining court handling options as needed.

The position requires direct interaction with youth, families, and multiple agencies to ensure accurate processing, reporting, and documentation in relevant systems, with emphasis on safety and compliance.