Salary Range For Internal/Rehire Applicants: - Hourly
Application for Employment may be obtained in Human Resources, 415 East Twelfth Street, 10th Floor, Kansas City, MO 64106 or at the Web Address: www.16thcircuit.org. Fax No.: 816-881-3229. E-Mail Address: Jobs.16thCircuit@courts.mo.gov Employment Specialist: Gail Cox or Patricia Sims. Information regarding job vacancies may also be obtained by calling the Job Information Line at 816/881-3470. Applicants for clerical positions which require skill testing must be tested for consideration. ALL CURRENT EMPLOYEES APPLYING FOR THESE POSITIONS MUST SUBMIT AN INTERNAL APPLICATION FORM TO HUMAN RESOURCES.
To ensure the safety and security of youth and assist in the execution of established youth treatment and service. Directly supervise and monitor daily activities of youth, which may include school, recreation, meals, personal hygiene, sleep, and work projects; provide guidance and assistance to youth in daily activities in order to develop and improve coping and competency skills and effectively modify attitude and behavior patterns; document youth behavior, activities, rule infractions, incidents and other occurrences and information, in a narrative or report form basis; consistently ensure residential facility surroundings are safe and secure for both residents and staff and take appropriate action to correct deficiencies; help youth to respond constructively to treatment and service, and assist in development and stabilization of personal and social adjustment skills which may involve anger control, positive peer and family interaction, personal hygiene/grooming and implementing discipline; counsel with youth on an individual and group basis regarding problems and approaches relative to personal and social adjustment skills; provide written and oral input regarding youth progress, behavior, rule infractions and skills; conduct residential facility room checks and monitor behavior of youth to prevent disturbances or escapes, and search facility and grounds for missing youth; transport youth to residence, school, hospital, work sites and other locations in personal or Court vehicle; (duties involving transportation of youth and/or travel will vary depending upon the facility, service area and/or shift assigned); attend work related meetings and training; may perform body searches of youth, hand out medication and mediate disagreements between youth; and perform related work as required.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Minimum age requirement of 20. High school diploma or equivalent. The following minimum requirements can also be achieved through any equivalent combination of education and experience which provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities. One year work experience, not necessarily related. Ability and patience to relate to youth and families from a variety of cultural, economic and ethnic backgrounds; ability to supervise, motivate and discipline youth with behavioral problems; ability to remain calm and in control in emergency or stressful situations; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and to prepare clear, complete and logical reports; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to restrain youth in a physical confrontation; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; ability to project a positive role model; ability to operate a vehicle in a safe and prudent manner. Valid driver's license from state of residence. If driving non-court vehicle for Court business, must have auto liability insurance and properly licensed and reliable vehicle. Must be able to provide proof. All applicants for this position are subject to testing for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Final employment offer is dependent on successfully passing a physical exam and physical abilities performance evaluation.
Special Requirements: Must be able to attend a scheduled consecutive two week orientation and training process.
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