Youth Services Specialist II

Youth Services Specialist II 2025-02840

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Youth Services Specialist II 2025-02840

Salary

$22.63 Hourly

Location

Worland, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2025-02840

Department

Department Of Family Services

Division

Wyoming Boys School

Opening Date

11/23/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

SOYS06

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Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This position offers a unique opportunity, a less conventional work schedule, and the ability to work with a supportive team. Within the assigned dormitory ad during active programing hours (6:00 AM - 10:00PM), this position is responsible for providing supervision, safety and security for adjudicated male youth ages 12-21 in a juvenile correctional setting. Duties include offering guidance, mentorship, and support; implementing appropriate correction and behavioral interventions; teaching and modeling positive skills; and coordinating daily services and activities to ensure a safe, structured and therapeutic environment.

Preference may be given to applicants with at least one year of work experience with youth services. However, anyone interested in an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of youth is encouraged to apply. The Boys' School will provide training and mentorship to ensure that new team members have the resources and knowledge to succeed in this role. Working for the State of Wyoming it offers more than a paycheck.

The State of Wyoming compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!

Worland is a place where adventure, wide-open landscapes, and rich history come together. Known for its stunning geology and fascinating archaeological sites, Worland invites explorers of all kinds. Whether you're ATVing through rugged terrain, camping under expansive night skies, hunting or fishing in pristine wilderness, uncovering ancient fossils, or spending a day boating on peaceful waters, there's no shortage of ways to experience the outdoors.

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Within the parameters of the assigned dormitory, during active programming hours (6 am - 10 pm), provide supervision, safety, security, advice, counsel, correction, teaching, direction, and coordination of all services required for adjudicated male delinquents ages 12 - 21 at a juvenile correctional facility.

Human Resource Contact: judie.petersen3@wyo.gov

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

• As a student's clinical team member, communicate, document, and assess each student's changing individual needs, including families and the public.
• Within the scope of facility policy, structure, and position duties, this position has the authority to make decisions regarding general program/activity adjustments and changes to student program status.
• Provide advice, counsel, teaching, and direction to students assigned to the dorm.
• Assess behavior and recommend interventions to the counseling and senior staff.
• Determine and assess youth progress within the program and document using incident reports.
• Coordinate, supervise, and motivate students during general daily activities and ensure that the youth participate and meet the requirements of all program components they are responsible for completing.
• Manage and supervise students' general daily activities.
• Participates in youth accountability and disciplinary processes.
• Manage crises in compliance with current certification in the crisis management system and the policies, and promptly respond to emergencies or situations as needed.
• Safely and securely transport students on/off campus for activities and work projects.
• Explain agency rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to new residents during intake to the dormitory.
• Supports the educational department in ensuring students have the opportunity to complete assignments.
• Supports and ensures students receive access to services that benefit their emotional stability and development.
• Provides leadership to a unit through disciplinary actions, setting standards and guidelines, and ensuring academic support is provided and all medical issues are attended to.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to applicants with an Associate's Degree

Preference may be given to applicants with one year of work experience in youth services.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of facility policy/procedures
• Knowledge of safety/security procedures
• Knowledge of Right Response Principles
• Knowledge of non-physical and physical intervention skills during crises
• Skills in written, verbal, and non-verbal communication
• Knowledge and skills in preparing and teaching group material

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Associate's Degree (typically in Social Services)

Experience:

0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Youth Services Specialist

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Youth Services Specialist

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Afternoon/Evening shift work (Wed-Sat or Sun-Wed) that can change based on coverage needs.
• Must remain awake and alert during shift.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Insurance and Retirement Benefits Package
• 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.

Supplemental Information

049-Department of Family Services - Wyoming Boys' School

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.

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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 means more than a job ? it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage? medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits? including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options? including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules? vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility? for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development? to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program ? Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program ? Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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