Youth Services Security Officer 2026-01580

State of Wyoming; Worland (WY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

FMLA

Retirement plan

Flexible schedules

Meaningful work

Job summary

The Wyoming Boys’ School, located in Worland, Wyoming, seeks dedicated staff to provide safe, structured support for adjudicated youth aged 12-21. You will assist with daily operations, supervise activities, and respond to incidents while upholding professional standards and contributing to youth development.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma. Training and mentorship are provided to ensure success in this role, with comprehensive benefits and flexible scheduling in a

Qualifications

• Ability to assess safety and risk in grounds and buildings
• Ability to interact with youth, staff, and the public respectfully and professionally
• Ability to de-escalate youth in varying situations
• Ability to demonstrate intervention methods during crises to protect residents and staff

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and security of students during awake hours
• Monitor and support students and staff
• Respond to emergencies promptly
• Maintain logs of facility activities and incident reports
• Manage radio traffic for events and movements
• Greet and assist guests with professional customer service
• Transport students to appointments and activities
• Assist with investigations related to safety and welfare
• Observe facilities and perimeter areas for hazards
• Support supervision of off-ground activities

Skills

Safety assessment

Resident interaction

De-escalation

Crisis intervention

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

General Description

The Wyoming Boys’ School (WBS) is a secure facility providing adjudicated delinquent males ages 12-21 years with opportunities to make changes in their lives. Staff members provide supportive services focusing on psychological/emotional stability, educational and physical development, and mental health therapies. Programs are specifically designed for youth to learn socially responsible values and life skills, restructure their critical thinking, and prepare for a successful transition back to their families and communities.

Description And Functions

Open Until Filled

Compensation Package

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!

Essential Functions

• Provides for the safety and security of students during awake hours.
• Monitors support and assist students and staff.
• Responds to all emergencies.
• Maintains a logbook of facility activities
• Produces and/or reviews incident reports.
• Manages radio traffic regarding facility events and student movement.
• Greets guests in a manner that reflects a positive image and with excellent customer service.
• Frequently transports students to and from appointments and activities.
• Directs or assists in investigations involving risk management, safety, and welfare of students and staff.
• Conducts frequent observation of physical plant structures and perimeter areas.
• Assists with supervision of off-ground activities.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES: Preference may be given to applicants with a high school diploma and one year of work experience with the public or youth. However, anyone interested in an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of youth is encouraged to apply. The Boys' School will provide training and mentorship to ensure that new team members have the resources and knowledge to succeed in this role.

Knowledge

• Skills and ability to assess the grounds and buildings' safety and risk factors.
• Skills and ability to interact with residents, staff, and the public respectfully and professionally.
• Skills and ability to de-escalate youth.
• Skills and ability to safely demonstrate physical and non-physical intervention during crises where residents are hostile, aggressive, out-of-control, and in danger of harming themselves, others, or property.

Education

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma

Experience: 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a(n) Youth Services Aide

OR

Education & Experience Substitution: 1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a(n) Youth Services Aide

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

None

Physical Working Conditions

• Complete all mandatory State of Wyoming and Wyoming Boys' School training
• Remain awake and alert during the shift

Notes

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• All positions within the Department of Family Services will require a background information check, including the taking of fingerprints, which will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant.

Supplemental Information

049-Department of Family Services - Wyoming Boys' School

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Employees Enjoy

• Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits – including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options – including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules – vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 9 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility – for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development – to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program – Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program – Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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General Description

The Wyoming Boys’ School (WBS) is a secure facility providing adjudicated delinquent males ages 12-21 years with opportunities to make changes in their lives. Staff members provide supportive services focusing on psychological/emotional stability, educational and physical development, and mental health therapies. Programs are specifically designed for youth to learn socially responsible values and life skills, restructure their critical thinking, and prepare for a successful transition back to their families and communities.