Youth Worker

City of Lynchburg; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lynchburg is seeking a qualified Youth Worker to supervise youth and coordinate programs at the Juvenile Services Detention Home. The position requires effective communication with at-risk adolescents and the ability to work in a team under facility administration.

Entry level pay starts at $18.83 per hour, with a 3-tier progression based on training, experience, certification and performance. An Associate's degree in criminal justice or behavioral sciences is preferred; High School/GED

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred in criminal justice or behavior sciences.
• High School diploma/GED with related experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Enforce program rules and supervise adolescents at all times.
• Maintain discipline and monitor residents under supervision.
• Check rooms for contraband and general condition of rooms.
• Observe behavior and prepare detailed incident reports.
• Supervise recreational activities and participate in daily living tasks.
• Assist with intake, discharge procedures, and documentation.

Skills

Youth communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate's degree in criminal justice or behavioral sciences

Job description

The City of Lynchburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Looking for a qualified Youth Worker responsible for supervising youth and coordinating programs at the Juvenile Services Detention Home.

Qualified applicants must be able to communicate effectively with at-risk and troubled youth and work in a team environment. Work is performed in a team environment under the regular supervision of the facility administration. Successful candidate may be asked to fill in at other facilities and on other shifts in emergencies.

Associate's degree from a two-year college or technical school in criminal justice or behavior sciences or related field preferred. High School/GED and some combination of related experience will be considered.

Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.

Entry level pay starting at $18.83/hr.

This position offers a 3-tier paid progression program based on training completed, experience, certification and performance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Enforces adolescents' compliance with program rules and regulations


• Maintains discipline and control of adolescents at all times with sight and/or sound supervisions


• Checks rooms for contraband, weapons, and general condition of room


• Observes and documents adolescent behavior constantly to detect potential behavioral problems and prepares detailed reports on incidents


• Supervises residents participation in recreational activities such as arts and crafts and indoor and outdoor sports and table games


• Routinely makes head counts of detainee population as needed


• Answers telephone, responds to routine questions, and/or transfers calls to appropriate staff


• Instructs and participates directly in various activities with adolescents


• Intervenes and resolves disputes between adolescents utilizing mediation and counseling skills; physically restrains out-of-control/violent adolescents as needed


• Inspects facility to ensure ongoing security issues


• Assigns and supervises residents in light housekeeping tasks such as making beds, dusting furniture, mopping floors, and assisting in preparing and cleaning after meals


• Eats with residents at meals and supervises seating and serving, as well as table manners and general behavior


• Supervises and educates residents in bathing and personal hygiene


• Reviews and prepares reports on residents' behavior and progress; monitors activity contract documents; reviews progress with adolescents


• Conducts intake and release procedures; prepares discharge reports


• Counsels adolescents and assists with problem solving


• Completes required documentation


• Monitors visitation by family, friends and others


• Administers first aid and/or CPR as required


• Administers medications as prescribed


• Issues and maintains supplies and equipment


• Assists teachers and adolescents in their educational requirements


• Transports residents to and from necessary appointments with medical providers and others


• Plans, prepares and implements daily program in assigned areas

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.


• When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declares a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Associate's degree from a two-year college or technical school in criminal justice or behavior sciences or related field preferred. High School/GED and some combination of related experience will be considered.

Possession of valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia and acceptable driving record according to City criteria.

View Criteria

Prior to employment, must satisfactorily complete criminal record and reference checks, Child Protective Services check, and tuberculin and drug screen.

Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment. May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMStraining as determined appropriate for the position.