Youth Worker / On-Call part time temporary

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Performs shelter and crisis intakes. Orients youth to agency policies, programs, and expectations. Monitors

youth, participates in recreational and educational activities, supervises daily hygiene and chores,

prepares meals, and provides crisis intervention.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Associates degree from an accredited college or university, OR an equivalent combination of related education

and experience working with youth in a counseling and / or group home setting that is equivalent to two (2)

years of full-time experience.

Must receive a verified negative test result on a mandatory drug test before starting in this position. Will be

subject to random alcohol and drug testing. May be subject to post accident and reasonable suspicion alcohol

and drug testing.

Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must successfully pass an initial criminal

background check as well as every one year (1) thereafter by the Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI).

A valid Driver's License issued by the State of Utah is required to transport children using County vehicles.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duties and responsibilities are intended to be representative of the work performed by the incumbent(s) in this position

and are not all-inclusive. The omission of specific duties and responsibilities will not preclude it from the position.

Applicants must be prepared to demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable

accommodation.

• Provides ongoing structured, stable, and interactive environment for children.
• Assists with daily living and hygiene needs.
• Addresses children's daily physical and emotional needs.
• Provides appropriate supervision based on child's safety needs.
• Documents all pertinent information in individual client's online records as per agency policy. Generates,

reviews, and maintains Medical Administration Record for all client medications.

Confidentiality, and adheres to Providers Code of Conduct.

compliance. Attends to potentially dangerous situations including facility and equipment damage.

return home arrangements.

needed community resources when appropriate, including follow up contracts.

referring parties and community partners to obtain pertinent information.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA)

Knowledge of :

Skills and Abilities to :

WORKING CONDITIONS

Will work with youth and deal with certain working conditions that may cause exposure to biohazards such as

human waste and vomit. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THIS POSITION

Will be required to work holidays, nights, and weekends as needed.