At Risk Youth Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Department Information This position is only accepting applications for Colorado Residents only Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies (part time and full time) at the location below. Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package. Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details.

Physical Job location: Platte Valley Youth Services Center 2200 O St. Greeley, CO 80631 About the Division of Youth Services: The mission of the Division of Youth Services (DYS) is to protect, restore and improve public safety utilizing a continuum of care that provides effective supervision, promotes accountability to victims and communities, and helps youth lead constructive lives through positive youth development. The strategic goal of DYS is to operate healthy trauma-responsive organizational environments as demonstrated through prosocial, safe, and non-violent interactions.

DYS provides a continuum of services that encompass juvenile detention, assessment, commitment and parole. DYS is the agency statutorily mandated to provide for the care and supervision of youth committed by the District Court to the custody of the Colorado Department of Human Services. The Division operates 15 secure facilities that serve youth between the ages of 10 and 21, who are pre-adjudicated, sentenced, or committed.

For pre-adjudicated youth, the Division is also responsible for the management and oversight of the Colorado Youth Detention Continuum; a State-funded, locally administered program that provides services to youth at risk of further progressing into the juvenile justice system. In addition to residential programming, the Division administers juvenile parole services throughout the State. We have many opportunities within DYS to positively impact youth and families.

We invite you to explore the DYS website and learn about the services provided to youth, families, and local communities in the State of Colorado at: www.colorado.gov/cdhs/dys. There are numerous opportunities within DYS to positively impact youth and families and we welcome you to join our team. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services

Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities. Description of Job You are required to work at your assigned work location during your scheduled work times. This announcement may fill day, night, and swing shifts Front End Day Shift: Sunday-Tuesday and alternating Wednesdays 6am-6:30pm Front End Swing Shift: Sunday-Tuesday and alternating Wednesdays 10am-10:30pm Front End Evening Shift: Sunday-Tuesday and alternating Wednesdays 6pm-6:30am Back End Day Shift: Thursday-Saturday and alternating Wednesdays 6am-6:30pm Back End Swing Shift: Thursday-Saturday and alternating Wednesday 10am-10:30pm Back End Evening Shift: Thursday-Saturday and alternating Wednesday 6pm-6:30am Please note: These working arrangements are subject to change.

WE WANT TO HIRE YOU IF: You have a passion for youth and a desire to improve your community You love learning new skills and teaching them to others You desire a job that teaches you what safe supervision is all about - physical, social, psychological, and moral You thrive on developing healthy relationships, professionalism, and teamwork About the position. This position is a direct care/essential role that provides direct and engaging supervision of Youth in DYS State Operated Secure Facilities. Specific duties and expectations are: Safety/Security, Youth Center Programming, Documentation/Recording and Reporting, Training, and Organizational Accountability.

Positions may be required to work overtime on a rotating basis, based on business needs. Duties Include but are not limited to the following: Safety/Security. Work involves providing direct care, safety, security, and supervision of adjudicated and/or pre-adjudicated youth in a secure setting.

Monitor, participate, support, and enforce behavioral management plans for individual youth as directed (e.g. Behavioral Contracts, Individual Growth and Change Plans). Duties include supervision of youth or group of youth, supervision of daily activities, youth orientation, intervention in crisis situations, non-escalation, de-escalation, use of physical response/restraint in emergency situations, debriefing of all incidents, and conducting searches

Youth Center Programming. Actively and with positive engagement, implement and follow the Youth Center's behavioral management program, teach, coach, and redirect youth within the program. Support DYS initiatives and strategies as they relate to youth programming and crisis intervention.

Documentation/Recording and Reporting. Document observations of youth behavior and response to program(s) and document all unit activities and required information in appropriate logs and records systems. Document all youth group activities in appropriate database systems.

Organizational Accountability. Through all communications and behaviors demonstrate, support, and contribute to a healthy, positive, and respectful cultural climate throughout the Youth Center by adhering to our organizational values of Nonviolence, Open Communication, Social Responsibility, Growth and Change, Social Learning, Democracy, and Emotional Intelligence. Requirement to adhere to the CDHS Code of Conduct, DYS Compliance Review Standards, and CDHS and DYS policies.

Success will come through the development of healthy, positive relationships supported by creating a trauma responsive environment. Training. Complete DYS Pre-Service training academy, Youth Center training, and orientation process as a new employee.

Some travel may be required. Complete all assigned online training, and maintain and support the Division's prevailing behavior management and intervention strategies. Training will help you learn problem-solving, the development of relationships with youth grounded in solid boundaries, how to teach skills to youth to decrease further risk and need, and a better understanding of trauma, behavioral health, and high-risk behavior.

Other Duties as Assigned Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights *** Please read the entire job announcement and follow all of the instructions prior to completing the application. You must provide documentation to be given credit for it. There will be no exceptions on timelines to provide documentation.

All documentation must be uploaded- this is the first evaluation in the selection process*** Note: Applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the minimum qualifications, your application will also be used as part of the examination process. You should ensure that your application specifically addresses the requirements as listed in the minimum and preferred qualifications, as well as the job duties and the highly desired competencies.

Take the time to adequately address your specialized experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: High school diploma or General Education Diploma, (GED). Substitutions: None These positions are not sedentary positions.

Employees are typically on their feet during the entire shift. Youth living quarters are located on multiple levels and employees must frequently climb stairs in the performance of job duties. Please take into account your physical ability in relation to the essential job duties when applying for a job.

Employees must also be willing and able to physically intervene with assaultive youth. Preferred Qualifications College education in a behavioral health and or juvenile justice-related field. Experience working with adjudicated and/or detained youth within a secure residential facility and/or a behavioral health setting; Experience facilitating psychoeducational groups; Education/experience working with adolescents who have trauma; Experience working with youth in positive leadership roles, such as mentoring and coaching.

Experience utilizing verbal de-escalation and motivational techniques. Relevant years of state service experience. Highly Desirable Competencies Skilled in conflict management.

Strong work ethic, integrity, and dependability. Sound judgment and decision-making skills. Self-control, composure, and the ability to manage stressful situations.

Ability to verbally communicate clearly and willingness to do so respectfully. Ability to identify and act on changes, inappropriate activity, hazards or potential security breaches and verbally communicate pertinent information. Ability to study information and recount events in a written, factual, concise, and legible method.

Work Environment Employees are required to work shift hours. This includes evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Shifts may vary between agencies and may include eight (8) hours, ten (10) hours, or twelve (12) hours in duration.

Mandatory overtime may be required. Day shift work is not usually available. As a Correctional Youth Security Officer, your position is considered essential and you may be required to report to work during inclement weather.

Conditions of Employment: Full Background. CDHS employees (all Direct contact with vulnerable persons): CBI name check and fingerprint check, ICON Colorado court database, Medicare fraud database, Reference Checks, Professional License verification (licensure requirements), Drug Screen, PREA (Division of Youth Services), Trails check (direct contact with children), CAPS (direct contact with adults - Mental Health Institutes, Regional Centers, Veterans Community Living Centers). This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application (unless otherwise identified in the posting), and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position.

Be a minimum of 21 years of age, with no felony convictions or history of domestic violence. Must possess a valid, unrestricted Colorado Driver's License Shift Work - subject to assigned Shift Travel- Transportation of youth in state vehicles travel to assigned training and/or alternate work sites. Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of the DYS Pre-service Training Academy, Field Training Program (FTO), and mandatory annual training in all subject areas.

Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must (1) disclose that information on the application (2) provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position, (3) provide the employee number from the applicant's prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS. The Diana Screen, a sexual risk screening tool, is administered to all applicants to the Division of Youth Services (DYS) seeking positions of trust with children and teens to help ensure that ethical boundaries between children and adults are maintained.

At the DYS, the safety and protection of the youth who have been entrusted to us is our #1 priority. The results of the Diana Screen will be provided to the Division of Youth Services and may be used as part of the Division's decision on whether a candidate is selected. Appeal Rights: If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the department's action. For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules

Supplemental Information How to Apply Need help with your application. Click here. The Assessment Process For additional recruiting questions, please contact brennon.watts@state.co.us About Us: If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS)

Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer: Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Planwww.copera.org plus 401(k) and 457 plans Medical and dental health plans Employer supplemented Health Savings Account Paid life insurance Short- and long-term disability coverage 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave BenefitHub state employee discount program Employee Wellness program MotivateMe Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more Remote work arrangements for eligible positions *Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs

Our Values: We believe in a people-first approach: To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans. Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement. We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.

Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public. We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy. Collaboration helps us...