JJYS Youth Development Associate/Specialist-Central Utah Youth Center

The Youth Development Specialist counsels and supervises severely delinquent youth; it is distinguished from a Youth Development Associate in that incumbents at this level function with greater autonomy and are expected to exercise greater independent judgement in the performance of treatment duties; may serve as a lead worker and functionally supervise subordinates in scheduling shift assignments Mentor, oversee and work closely with non custody youth May at times work with high risk/violent youth offenders while covering at a facility Schedule and provide supervision of individual and group activities Assist with teaching a variety of pro-social, academic and vocational skills Implement specialized treatment plans Co-facilitate individual, family or group sessions with a Licensed Mental Health Practitioner Pass the Integrated Crisis Response (ICR) intervention program within 90 days of employment.

Provide crisis intervention when necessary May resolve potentially dangerous situations to ensure the safety of staff, clients or the public Transport youth Communicate information and ideas clearly and concisely, in writing; read and understand information presented in writing Speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand, information and ideas as presented verbally