Youth Specialist I

To Apply:

Please complete the online application found at www.jeffcomo.org  Resumes are accepted as supplemental information only and will not be used as a substitute for the application, you must complete the application in full.

JOB SUMMARY

Perform entry level professional work in a treatment program for youth in the custody of the Missouri Division of Youth Services or youth who have been court ordered to participate in the treatment program.  This position is expected to exercise supervision over juveniles under the court’s jurisdiction.  Employees in this position are expected to work with some degree of independence.  Close supervision is received from the Director of Administrative and Support Services for the Juvenile Office.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Serves as a youth specialist and provides Awareness Supervision with responsibility for the safety, personal conduct, care, education, and therapy of the youth assigned to participate in a treatment program.
• Implement group and individual treatment plans.
• Role-model appropriate behaviors for youth assigned to the program.
• Prepare reports regarding each client’s adjustment and progress while participating in the program.
• Assist in the oversight of an outdoor program, instruct youth in outdoor skills, and evaluate the application of such skills in scheduled activities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.