Youth Services Specialist II 2026-01406

About the role

We are currently seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as a Youth Services Specialist at the Wyoming Boys' School in Worland. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide supervision, safety, and mentorship for adjudicated male youth ages 12-21 in a supportive juvenile correctional setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide security and supervision within the assigned dormitory during active programming hours (6:00 AM – 2:00 PM)
• Implement behavioral interventions and model positive life skills
• Cookordination daily activities to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment
• Document student progress
• Participate in clinical team assessments
• Manage crises and respond to emergencies in compliance with facility policies
• Safely and securely transport students on/off campus for activities and work projects
• Explain agency rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to new residents during intake to the dormitory
• Support the educational department in ensuring students have the opportunity to complete assignments
• Support and ensure students receive access to services that benefit their emotional stability and development
• Provide leadership to a unit through disciplinary actions, setting standards and guidelines, ensuring academic support is provided, and all medical issues are attended to

Qualifications

• Preference may be given to applicants with an Associate's Degree
• Preference may be given to applicants with one year of work experience in youth services
• Education & Experience Substitution: Two (2) or more years of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Youth Services Specialist