About this opportunity
GovernmentJobs.com lists this Juvenile Care Worker opportunity in billings, Montana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Juvenile Care Worker
The Ted Lechner Youth Services Center provides pre-trial detention for youth who have been incarcerated in a restrictive housing environment, separated by temporary housing for youth in a non-restrictive shelter care environment. Performs routine supervisory work in the safekeeping of youth who have been placed in a secure detention and shelter care by enforcing rules, maintaining order, and monitoring activities.
Examples of Duties:
Supervision of youth in a restrictive detention environment and shelter care facility;
Conduct intake interviews of youth and document youth behaviors and emotional status;
Provides basic care and supervision to youth;
Monitors and assesses the behavioral and emotional characteristics of referred youth and provides additional supervision to prevent self-harm as needed;
Regularly communicates orally, and in writing, any changes to youth, to all members of the youth care facility.
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from a college or university of recognized standing with a bachelor's degree in Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, or closely related field; or
Associate degree in Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, or closely related field; and two (2) years' experience working with youth in crisis.
A combination of education, training, and experience totaling four (4) years in a closely related field will be considered.
Valid Montana driver's license;
CPR certification (within 6 months);
CPI certification (within 6 months).
Must pass driving and background check.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including:
Employer paid health insurance, which includes dental and pharmacy benefits
Employer paid life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability
State of Montana PERS retirement
Vision plan coverage
457 deferred compensation plans and ROTH plans
Flexible spending accounts, dependent care accounts, limited purpose accounts and health savings accounts (HSA)
Education assistance program
EAP - Employee Assistance Program
Weight Management program
Annual wellness screenings
Paid holidays
12-days sick leave per year
3-weeks' vacation your first year!
Part-time employees who work a minimum of 20 hours per week, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.
Worksite address
billings, MT, 59107, US
Who can apply
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