Youth Services Specialist - Corrections

The Youth Services Specialist is responsible for the oversight and safety of children or adolescents in a variety of secure setting care settings.  The Youth Services Specialist will interact with the youth in a positive manner while assisting them with daily activities and implementing treatment plans.    

The Youth Services Specialist will display a professional and caring attitude and will encourage positive behaviors through effective communication, decision-making, and problem-solving.  The Youth Care Worker will respond to emergencies and assist in the redirection of youth when needed.

Pay: $30/hr 

Please note there is orientation pay for the first two weeks. Apply to inquire about this.

Setting: Juvenile corrections

Location: openings in Golden, CO and Denver, CO

Hours: 40/week, 4x10s

Shift: Day, Eve and Night

Orientation is 40 hours for the first 2 weeks

Notes: Ideal candidates have a passion for working with adolescents, have experience in corrections, security, secure juvenile residences or juvenile detention centers

Start: 8/4 and once every month

Contract Length: 6 months with opportunities to extend and go internal after contract completion

Minimum Requirements:   

• High School Diploma
• Bilingual or multilingual may be preferred in some settings  
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice 
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable 
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) 
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements 
• Must be at least 18 years of age  
• Must Reside in Denver Metro