Youth Worker-Part Time Benefitted

Job Summary

Performs shelter and crisis intakes to identify appropriate services and safety measures. Orients youth to agency policies, programs, and expectations. Monitors youth, participates in recreational and educational activities, supervises daily hygiene and chores, prepares meals, and provides crisis intervention.

About the role

Swing shift Saturday and Sunday 200 pm - 1200 am. Preference given to those currently working in Youth Services.

Responsibilities

• Provides supervision of programs for youth and addresses potentially dangerous situations.
• Maintains professional demeanor, complies with agency policies and procedures, and adheres to Pledge of Confidentiality and DHHS Provider Code of Conduct.
• Assists with daily hygiene, completing daily chores, and maintaining a healthy living environment for youth.
• Plans and facilitates recreational activities and skills groups.
• Follows program schedules and plan interactive activities that support youth’s physical and emotional health.
• Documents all pertinent information in client's online records such as intake and release records, daily progress notes, client visits, school attendance, medication administration, medical appointments, etc.
• Administers medication as prescribed and ensure that medication is secured per agency policy.
• Transports youth to school, medical appointments, and off-campus activities.
• Cohorts services with guardians/caseworkers, schedule therapy, and refer to community resources.
• Screens youth and their belongings for weapons or contraband and confiscate unapproved or illegal materials if needed.
• Provides crisis intervention, including approved verbal de-escalation and physical hold techniques if needed.
• Engages and mentors youth using a trauma-informed approach.
• Interfaces with law enforcement, Division of Child and Family Services, Juvenile Justice Youth Services or other referring parties and community partners.
• Provides information and assistance to clients and the public regarding community resources.

Qualifications

• Associates degree, or the equivalent number of undergraduate hours (60 credits/hour), from an accredited college or university, OR an equivalent combination of related education and direct client care experience in a human services-related position that is equivalent to two (2) years of full-time experience.
• Must receive a verified negative test result on a mandatory drug test before starting in this position. Will be subject to random alcohol and drug testing. May be subject to post accident and reasonable suspicion alcohol and drug testing.
• May be subject to post accident and reasonable suspicion alcohol and drug testing.
• A valid Driver’s License accepted by the State of Utah is required at the time of hire. A valid Driver’s License issued by the State of Utah must be obtained within six (6) months of hire to operate a County vehicle.

Skills

• Knowledge of Working with children from diverse backgrounds
• Trauma-informed care practices
• Behavior management and crisis intervention methods
• Child and adolescent development
• Computer and documentation skills
• Laws and agencies related to youth intervention and child protection

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of Working with children from diverse backgrounds
• Trauma-informed care practices
• Behavior management and crisis intervention methods
• Child and adolescent development
• Computer and documentation skills
• Laws and agencies related to youth intervention and child protection

Essential Functions

• Provides supervision of programs for youth and addresses potentially dangerous situations.
• Maintains professional demeanor, complies with agency policies and procedures, and adheres to Pledge of Confidentiality and DHHS Provider Code of Conduct.
• Assists with daily hygiene, completing daily chores, and maintaining a healthy living environment for youth.
• Plans and facilitates recreational activities and skills groups.
• Follows program schedules and plan interactive activities that support youth’s physical and emotional health.
• Documents all pertinent information in client's online records such as intake and release records, daily progress notes, client visits, school attendance, medication administration, medical appointments, etc.
• Administers medication as prescribed and ensure that medication is secured per agency policy.
• Transports youth to school, medical appointments, and off-campus activities.
• Cohorts services with guardians/caseworkers, schedule therapy, and refer to community resources.
• Screens youth and their belongings for weapons or contraband and confiscate unapproved or illegal materials if needed.
• Provides crisis intervention, including approved verbal de-escalation and physical hold techniques if needed.
• Engages and mentors youth using a trauma-informed approach.
• Interfaces with law enforcement, Division of Child and Family Services, Juvenile Justice Youth Services or other referring parties and community partners.
• Provides information and assistance to clients and the public regarding community resources.