Part-Time Youth Specialist - Secure - Female Only - Juvenile Probation

About the role

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation, offering a high quality of life for families. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all.

Responsibilities

The Part-Time Youth Specialist is responsible for maintaining the safety, security, and supervision of youth in the Juvenile Leadership Academy (JLA). This position provides direct supervision to youth in a secure residential setting by enforcing program rules, promoting positive behavior and accountability, supervising daily activities, responding to emergencies, documenting resident behavior, and serving as a positive role model while supporting the rehabilitation and personal development of youth.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• One year of Residential Supervision experience (preferred)
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills; interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively with the public and others
• Valid Driver's License
• Eligible to be certified as a Juvenile Supervision Officer, which requires completion of CPR, First Aid, and Handle With Care Certification
• Must be available to work various shifts, to include nights and weekends
• Must be a Female applicant

Qualifications

Certain positions requiring certification, state standards shall disqualify an applicant if their criminal history reveals: A felony conviction against the laws of this state, another state, or the United States within the past 10 years; a deferred adjudication for a felony against the laws of this state, another state, or the United States within the past 10 years or current felony probation or parole A jailable misdemeanor conviction against the laws of this state, another state or the United States within the past 5 years; a deferred adjudication for a jailable misdemeanor against the laws of this state, another state, or the United States within the past 5 years or current misdemeanor probation or parole Registered as a sex offender under Chapter 62, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.

Pay

Salary: $20.89 per hour (up to 29 hours per week)

Benefits

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.