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Southeast Alabama Youth Services

Youth Service Worker Supervisor

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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What they do

A Mental Health or Psychiatric Technician cares for patients with mental illnesses. Works under the direction of a physician and works with specialists involved in mental health care, such as psychiatrists and therapists. Monitors patient symptoms and administers medications. Works in a mental health facility or in a hospital or other healthcare facility.

$32,158 / year median in Alabama

+16% projected growth

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Job Description

All male secure juvenile residential treatment setting. Supervision and monitoring of juvenile residents. Basic Living Skills will be required. Shift is 2pm-10pm. This is entry level professional work in the supervision, observation and control of delinquent youth in a group living situation. An employee in this class observes clients at all times such as during meals, recreation or sleep, talks to and interacts with clients in order to explain rules, encourage positive behavior and establish rapport; provide a safe environment for clients and staff; reads documents such as memos, reports, manuals, and client files in order to be aware of departmental policies and clients' activities; fills out forms such as incident reports, medication logs
Minimum Qualifications Standards :
At least a high school diploma or a GED Certificate; Physical health adequate; must have annual medical examination; must be able to stoop, bend, and lift up to 20 lbs. Minimum age of 21 years; Good moral character, personal maturity, and emotional stability as evidenced by references or other appropriate documentation; Successful completion of required entrance and in-service training as approved; Ability to intervene if needed when children get into altercations.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$15.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Days:
Rotating weekends
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Other Retirement and Savings
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance