Youth Worker

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COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY
JOB CLASS SPECIFICATION

YOUTH WORKER I
Job Number: 20001171

Job Code: 22690V211216

Job Group: 2200 - CORRECTIONS

Job Established: 06/01/1997

Job Revised: 12/16/2021

Grade: 10 Salary (MIN - MID): Special Entrance Rate:

$12.345-$19.752 - Hourly $14.424 - Hourly
$2,006.08-$3,209.70 - 37.5 Hr. Monthly Salary $2,343.90 - 37.5 Hr. Monthly Salary

$2,139.80-$3,423.68 - 40 Hr. Monthly Salary $2,500.00 - 40 Hr. Monthly Salary

PROBATIONARY PERIOD:

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 12 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE JOB: Characteristics of a job are general statements indicating the level of responsibility and discretion of positions in that job classification. These are not intended to be an exhaustive list.

At the entry level, supervises court committed delinquent youth assigned to a group home, day treatment, residential or detention facility. OR At the entry level, provides transportation for committed youth as required; and performs other duties as required

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:

High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:

NONE

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:

NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:

NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.) :

Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification. Must successfully complete the Department of
Juvenile Justice Training Academy within six months of employment. https://djj.ky.gov/Pages/index.aspx Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

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EXAMPLES OF DUTIES OR RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB CLASSIFICATION: Examples of duties or responsibilities are not to be construed as describing what the duties or responsibilities of any position shall be and are not to be construed as limiting the appointing authority’s ability to assign, or otherwise alter the duties and responsibilities of a position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list.

Supervises youth in their daily routines (i.e., KP, classes, etc.). Supervises, observes and interacts with youths during study time, recreation, shower time, while transporting and when asleep. Supervises sports and recreational activities. Participates in implementation of individual treatment plans. Monitors youth at school and while transporting. Supervises work details and demonstrates the proper use of tools and equipment. Interacts therapeutically with youths in developing living skills. Keeps a log of observations of behavior, disturbances or other unusual events or circumstances of behavior that should be brought to the attention of workers on the next shift. Performs necessary tasks in the operation of the facility such as routine maintenance duties of building, maintaining supplies and linens, supervising housekeeping and laundry functions. Checks security of building and grounds. Transports youth to and from other facilities or authorized places as necessary. Attends staff meetings and case conferences where policy and methods of treatment are developed. Provides written documentation for program policies. Must be able to physically restrain out-of-control youth. May be required to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) to provide transportation services in a 16 passenger vehicle.

UNIQUE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Incumbents must be able to exert physical effort in the proper restraint of residents based on behavior. May perform other physical efforts in assisting youth with recreational and work related projects. May exert physical effort in the performance of routine maintenance duties.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Incumbents in the job will typically perform their job duties under these conditions.

Typically works in a day treatment, group home, residential, community office setting or detention facility. May be exposed to hazards and dangers associated with operating a motor vehicle while providing transportation services.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Upon appointment, employees in this class may be required to maintain a valid driver's license and required to drive a licensed vehicle. This status may be necessary for the length of time in this class. If this is necessary it will be listed in the specific position description for that position. Applicants and employees in this job title maybe required to submit to a drug screening test and background check. Applicants and employees in positions which perform job duties that may require contact with offenders in the custody or supervision of the Department of Corrections or with youth in the care, custody, or supervision of the Department of Juvenile Justice must meet qualifications pursuant to the federal Prison Rape Elimination Act, 28 C.F.R.115.17 and 115.317.

The Commonwealth of Kentucky does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, disability, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or related medical condition, marital or familial status, ancestry, political affiliation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with state and federal laws.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30,000.00 - $35,640.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Newport, KY 41071: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location