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Youth Specialist (Part-Time) - Marshall Michigan
Company: County of Calhoun, MI
Location: Marshall, Michigan
Posted On: 05/09/2024
Salary: $18.59 Hourly
Location : Marshall, MI
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 2023-00195
Department: Youth Center
Opening Date: 03/20/2024
Bargaining Unit: TPOAM
Job Summary
Under the general direction of the Assistant Youth Center Director or designated supervisory personnel, provides direct care supervision to residents of the Youth Center. Assists in providing a safe, secure environment and implementing treatment programs.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Provides direct care supervision of residents and assists in providing input on resident's behaviors and planning, and follows plans in carrying out daily activities.
Works as a member of a team, attending team meetings to provide input on resident behaviors and planning, and follows plans in carrying out daily activities.
Prepares documentation of residents behaviors and actions daily, using point sheets, observation notes in resident log book, incident reports, shift change notes, resident files, and related documentation.
Provides informal one-on-one counseling to assist residents in decision-making. Discusses various matters of concern with youths and serves as an empathetic listener on topics such as family problems, court hearings, homework and general interpersonal relationships. Refers residents to mental health professionals for consultation when appropriate.
Supervises resident's daily hygienic procedures and related activities; to include distributing clothing, personal need items, supervising daily hygienic procedures and related activities.
Organizes and participates in recreational activities, such as arts/crafts, games, gym events, outdoor activities, and other activities. May develop and teach additional programs with approval of CCYC administrators.
Transports, escorts, and monitors residents to appointments, court hearings, visitations, etc.
Performs and assists with intakes of residents to gather information, searches residents for contraband, and assesses resident's potential for suicide and health concerns, and provides orientations for residents on CCYC program rules and materials. Conducts admission procedures for new residents and updates census and status reports.
Assists teachers, trainers and volunteers by serving as an aide in the classroom and dealing with disciplinary matters as necessary. Assists residents with their classroom work, homework and studying as necessary.
Instructs and supervises the residents in the performance of daily housekeeping chores and cleaning duties. Performs laundry duties and various other housekeeping duties.
Assists with the management of the token economy, behavior management or modification techniques, and other strategies in accordance with approved training, individual treatment plans, policies and procedures.
Intervenes when necessary in crisis situations in accordance with policy and procedures for physical and mechanical restraints, room confinements, or other appropriate action. Submits information to Shift Supervisor/Director on more serious disciplinary actions.
Understands and identifies stages of group development and can modify group management strategies accordingly.
Supervises Juvenile Home residents to ensure that adequate security measures are met, including making security checks, taking resident counts, performing room checks, and monitoring security cameras.
Assesses medical emergencies, administers first aid, dispenses authorized medications, complies with nutritional requirements and treatments as ordered by medical staff, sets-up after hour emergency medical care, and adheres to universal precautions.
Qualifications
- The job requires as a minimum the completion of a standard high school diploma or equivalent. A Bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences is preferred.
- Experience with youth preferred.
- Teaching skills in group management and recreation, strongly desired.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with staff, required.
- Possess a valid MI Operator's license and an acceptable driving record.
- Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with County personnel and the general public in situations requiring tact and patience.
- Mental ability to frequently handle simultaneous projects requiring concentration and attention to detail with frequent distractions due to people and/or telephone calls. Incumbent is frequently required to handle pressures dealing with concerned citizens, employees, etc.
- Physical ability to occasionally transport items weighing up to twenty-five pounds. Incumbent is periodically required to walk for extended periods of time. Incumbent is periodically required to perform repetitive movement and frequently required to work in confined areas. Incumbent is frequently exposed to moving objects as part of the job.
Calhoun County's benefits package offers flexibility, choice, and value. It is an attractive component of our employees total compensation package. At Calhoun County, we know that good benefit plans are important to employees and their families. We're committed to providing employees with access to a wide range of information and tools so they can stay informed and make the most of their Calhoun County flexible benefit package.
What benefits does Calhoun County offer its full time employees?
Medical: Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Michigan with 3 Different Flexible Benefit Plan Options
Dental: 100% Employer Paid through Delta Dental
Vision: 100% Employer Paid through BCBSM Vision Services Plan (VSP)
Employee Health & Wellness Center (Premise Health): Most Services 100% Employer Paid
Life Insurance: 100% Employer Paid for Basic Life & AD&D
Short Term Disability: 100% Employer Paid for 67% Wage Loss Benefits up to 26 Weeks
Retirement: Employer 401(k) Match Program Up to 7% of Employee Contribution
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): 100% Employer Paid Through Bronson HelpNet
Flexible Scheduling & Telecommuting Options Depending on Position & Department
Paid Time Off: - Start through fourth years - 168 Hours (4.2 weeks based on 40-hour work week)
- Fifth through ninth years - 208 Hours (5.2 weeks)
- Tenth through fourteenth years - 248 Hours (6.2 weeks)
- Fifteen and Subsequent years - 288 Hours (7.2 weeks)
(amounts & distribution may vary slightly by union contract, policy, and/or defined work week)
Paid Holidays: 14 Paid Holidays Throughout the Year
Additional Voluntary Benefits: |
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