Lead Youth Screening Specialist $21/hr. Position Available In Brevard, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: The Lead Youth Screening Specialist position in Cocoa, FL offers a pay rate of $21/hr. The role involves overseeing assessment services in the Youth Screening Program, participating in program development, and ensuring quality assurance standards are met. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience working with youth, along with two years of professional experience in the field. Responsibilities include completing paperwork accurately, coordinating staff workload, and serving as a backup for the Youth Screening Specialist when needed. The job also entails attending required training and meetings, supervising and training screening staff, and ensuring compliance with standards and policies. The position involves a 10-hour or 8-hour shift schedule, including weekends as needed, and is located on the road.
Job Description
Lead Youth Screening Specialist $21/hr. 3.0 3.0 out of 5 stars Cocoa, FL The Lead Youth Screening Specialist assists in maintaining day-to day oversight of the quality and quantity of assessment services delivered in the Youth Screening Program. Lead Screening Specialist assists in the participation of program development and implementation of quality assurance standards. Ensures good management and leadership practices are maintained within the program. We are looking for a Lead Youth Screening Specialist who must have: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Equivalent experience working with youth, year for year, can substitute for bachelor’s degree. Two (2) years of professional experience working with youth required. Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s license and Auto Insurance coverage.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Completes required paperwork within assigned times accurately and legibly. Coordinates, directs, and monitors daily workload for staff. Serves as a backup for Youth Screening Specialist during vacancies and absences. When necessary, perform all duties of Youth Screening Specialist. Attends and successfully completes all training required by contract and other training as assigned and required. In case of an emergency, will use the Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automatic External Defibrillator (AED), and First Aid techniques and procedures taught during certification training. Reviews all daily program reports and logs completed by staff each working day for timeliness and accuracy. Ensures that he/she and subordinate staff use and review all relevant JJIS and DFMS reports. Serves as a second reviewer of the Detention Risk Assessment Instrument (DRAI) and reviews paperwork prior to submission to Court. Attends required meetings. Performs other related duties as required.
Job Essentials:
Assists in the supervision and training of screening staff. Ensures proper standards are complied with and that releases of clients are accomplished in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and court orders. Assists in the daily assignment of staff to ensure adequate staffing. Participates in daily briefing in the program including providing status reports. Ensures that all Central Communication Center (CCC) reportable incidents are reported on a timely basis. Completes all documentation and keeps administration informed of any issues. Assists leadership or DJJ administration with internal investigations as needed. BAYS is a drug-free workplace. We prohibit the use, possession, or distribution of controlled substances on company premises or during work hours.
Pay:
$21.00 per hour
Schedule:
10 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Holidays Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Work Location:
On the road
