Youth Services Security Officer 2025-01657
Youth Services Security Officer 2025-01657
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Description and Functions
- Open Until FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Boys School (WBS) is a secure facility providing adjudicated delinquent males ages 12-21 years with opportunities to make changes in their lives. Staff members provide supportive services focusing on psychological/emotional stability educational and physical development and mental health therapies. Programs are specifically designed for youth to learn socially responsible values and life skills restructure their critical thinking and prepare for a successful transition back to their families and communities. This position offers a unique opportunity a less conventional work schedule and the ability to work with a supportive team.The State of Wyomings total compensation package is excellent and includes:
- Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
- Paid holidays vacation and sick leave
- Retirement investment options with employer contributions
- Comprehensive Benefits package including Health Dental Life Vision Short Term Disability and more with an employer contribution toward premiums
- Longevity pay
Worland is located within the Big Horn Basin along the Big Horn River in beautiful Northwestern Wyoming. Worland has easy access to the Big Horn Mountains to the west and the Wind River Mountains to the south including the Wind River Canyon.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.- Provides for the safety and security of students during awake hours.
- Monitors support and assist students and staff.
- Responds to all emergencies.
- Maintains la ogbook of facility activities
- Produces and/or reviews incident reports.
- Manages radio traffic regarding facility events and student movement.
- Greets guests in a manner that reflects a positive image and with excellent customer service.
- Frequently transports students to and from appointments and activities.
- Directs or assists in investigations involving risk management safety and welfare of students and staff.
- Conducts frequent observation of physical plant structures and perimeter areas.
- Assists with supervision of off-ground activities.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference may be given to applicants with a high school diploma and one year of work experience with the public or youth. However anyone interested in an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of youth is encouraged to apply. The Boys School will provide training and mentorship to ensure that new team members have the resources and knowledge to succeed in this role.
KNOWLEDGE:- Skills and ability to assess the grounds and buildings safety and risk factors.
- Skills and ability to interact with residents staff and the public respectfully and professionally.
- Skills and ability to de-escalate youth.
- Skills and ability to safely demonstrate physical and non-physical intervention during crises where residents are hostile aggressive out-of-control and in danger of harming themselves others or property.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education:High School DiplomaExperience:0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a(n) Youth Services AideOREducation & ExperienceSubstitution:1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a(n) Youth Services AideCertificates Licenses Registrations:NoneNecessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:- Complete all mandatory State of Wyoming and Wyoming Boys School training
- Remain awake and alert during the shift
NOTES:- FLSA: Non-Exempt
- All positions within the Department of Family Services will require a background information check including the taking of fingerprints which will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation the Department of Family Services and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant.
Supplemental Information
049-Department of Family Services - Wyoming Boys School
Clickhere to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
Class Specifications are subject to change please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
