Youth Service Aide (SOYS03) 2024-01327

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Youth Service Aide (SOYS03) 2024-01327

Salary

$17.01 Hourly

Location

Worland, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2024-01327

Department

Department Of Family Services

Division

Wyoming Boys School

Opening Date

07/05/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

SOYS03

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Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Boys’ School (WBS) is a secure facility providing adjudicated delinquent males ages 12-21 years with opportunities to make changes in their lives. Staff members provide supportive services focusing on psychological/emotional stability, educational and physical development, and mental health therapies. Programs are specifically designed for youth to learn socially responsible values and life skills, restructure their critical thinking, and prepare for a successful transition back to their families and communities. This position provides supervision and monitoring of youth during the night shift (10:00 p.m. - 8:00 a.m.)

The State of Wyoming's total compensation package is excellent and includes:

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance

• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave

• Retirement investment options with employer contributions

• Comprehensive Benefits package including Health, Dental, Life, Vision, Short Term Disability, and more with an employer contribution toward premiums

• Longevity pay

Worland is located within the Big Horn Basin along the Big Horn River in beautiful Northwestern Wyoming. Worland has easy access to the Big Horn Mountains to the west and the Wind River Mountains to the south, including the Wind River Canyon.

Human Resource Contact: ryan.gamez@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Utilizes cameras and physical visual checks to monitor students while they are sleeping, maintaining these checks frequently.

• Documents unusual events.

• Monitors physical plant, focusing on safety issues.

• During morning hours, assists in preparing the students for cleaning, breakfast, hygiene, collecting urinalysis and physical training/educational group activities, and school.

• Provides support and assistance to students.

• Completes building & perimeter checks frequently.

• Promptly responds to emergency or crisis situations.

• Applies physical and non-physical intervention skills in crisis situations where students are hostile, aggressive, and in danger of harming themselves, others, and/or property.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to applicants with a high school diploma, plus one year of work experience with the public or youth.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of RIGHT RESPONSE principles.

• Knowledge of physical and non-physical intervention skills in crisis situations.

• Skills in observation, basic report writing, and verbal/non-verbal communication.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High School Diploma

Experience:

0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services)

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This position takes place in potentially dangerous or unusual environmental stress situations.

• Must remain awake and alert during shift.

• Must complete the mandatory State of Wyoming and Wyoming Boys' School Training.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt

• All positions within the Department of Family Services will require a background information check, including the taking of fingerprints, which will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant. An arrest/conviction will not necessarily bar employment.

Supplemental Information

Clickhere (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL:http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.

There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!

Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers) to learn more!