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Do you believe in the value and worth of all people and their ability to change, grow, and succeed? If so, BAYS could be the place for you. Join an organization that works in partnership with individuals, families, and communities to inspire change, growth, and success.
Heres how some of our team feels about the position:
What I like about BAYSis that my supervisors and directors are always available for insight and directions. Whenever I get lost or run into a situation that Ive yet to experience, I can always lean on them for help. They never seem too far out of reach. Another thing that I like about BAYS is their commitment to a healthy job culture. Always striving to make their employees happy and comfortable.
I find it a welcoming challenge to become more versed in this field of work. Ive been an employee with BAYSsince December 2022 and although my experience in this field is limited, I feel very accomplished when learning and figuring out new things. The more I experience, the more I can be of help the communities we serve.
I would describe this job as a company that specializes in youth and juvenile rights. A job that protects and upholds the rights of every child without biases and prejudice.
Whats in it for you:
- Self-Appreciation Days
- Community Involvement
- Annual Employee Events
- Leadership Development
We are looking for a Youth Screening Specialist who must have:
- High School Diploma or G.E.D
- Two (2) years of experience working with youth
- Must have a valid drivers license, ability to use a personal vehicle for work purposes, and appropriate vehicle insurance.
The qualified candidate will be able to perform the following task:
- Conducts interviews and follows detention screening criteria, for all youth taken into custody, to determine eligibility for release, respite care, supervised release, or secure detention.
- Conducts youth interviews to make appropriate State Attorney recommendations for all youth screened.
- Ensures each youth receives medical and mental health clearance prior to admission to the JAC (juvenile assessment center), or screening processing area.
- Reviews law enforcement paperwork and criminal history records.
- Acts as a resource to families, outside agencies and staff; answers telephones.
- Maintains accurate records, to include youth files, screening packets, and documentation in the Departments Juvenile Justice Information System (JJIS).
- Communicates with youths parents/guardians, Department of Juvenile Justice and/or Department of Children and Families staff, and law enforcement to ensure efficient and accurate processing of youth.
- Attends court hearings as needed to present findings of detention risk assessment.
- Provides crisis intervention to de-escalate immediate conflict situations as needed.
- Provides sight and sound supervision of youth at risk for self-harm.
- Completes installations of EM (electronic monitoring) equipment on youth based on assessment score or court order.
- Assesses suicide risk and complete mental health and substance abuse screenings.
- Utilizes Motivational Interviewing and Trauma-Informed Care techniques to effectively conduct all interviews and assessment requirements during the screening process.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
