Find & Apply For Youth Counselor / Worker Jobs in Cherokee, Iowa

Job Overview Under general supervision, is responsible for work involving supervision of the daily activities of delinquent and dependent youth at the Youth Emergency Services Center. Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of juvenile delinquents residing in the facility
• Record behavior observation reports
• Promote and support appropriate behavior
• Provide group and individual counseling for all residents
• Provide crisis intervention counseling for clients
• Make sound and independent judgments quickly under a high stress setting
• Enforce rules consistently
• Adapt to changes
• Have working knowledge of the care, counseling, and management of delinquent juveniles
• Be readily available for emergency situations
• Physically restrain clients, if necessary
• Ensure the safety and security of juvenile delinquents and patients while transporting them
• Follow all state and federal traffic laws
• Communicate professionally with law enforcement and nursing staff
• Notify management of any vehicle issues
• Ensure that the vehicles are kept clean before, during, and after transport
• Respond quickly to notifications regarding a transport opportunity
• Complete required paperwork accurately and neatly Requirements
• Must be able to get clearance on child abuse registry, sexual offender's registry, Dept. of Public Safety checks and criminal history checks
• Be in good physical condition
• Must be at least 19 years of age
• High school diploma or GED or be actively enrolled in obtaining a GED
• Have a valid driver's license
• Must be able to drive during night hours
• Must be able to drive for 10+ hours if needed

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible schedule Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person