Youth Services Aide 2025-00037 Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming/jobs/newprint/4780886) Apply  Youth Services Aide 2025-00037 Salary $17.01 Hourly Location Worland, WY Job Type Permanent Full-time Job Number 2025-00037 Department Department Of Family Services Division Wyoming Boys School Opening Date 01/08/2025 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Non-Exempt Job Classification SOYS03 + Description + Benefits + Questions Description and Functions Open Until Filled GENERAL 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 provides supervision and monitoring of youth during the night shift (10:00 p.m. - 8:00 a.m.) The State of Wyoming's 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. Human Resource Contact: judie.petersen3 (judie.petersen3@wyo.gov) @wyo.gov ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level. + Utilizes cameras and physical visual checks to monitor students while sleeping, maintaining these checks frequently. + Documents unusual events. + Monitors physical plant, focusing on safety issues. + During morning hours, assists in preparing the students for cleaning, breakfast, hygiene, collecting urinalysis, physical training/educational group activities, and school. + Provide support and assistance to students. + Completes building & perimeter checks frequently. + Promptly responds to emergency or crisis situations. + Applies physical and non-physical intervention skills in crises where students are hostile, aggressive, and in danger of harming themselves, others, and/or property. Qualifications PREFERENCES: Preference may be given to applicants with a high school diploma, plus one year of work experience with the public or youth. KNOWLEDGE: + Knowledge of RIGHT RESPONSE principles. + Knowledge of physical and non-physical intervention skills in crisis situations. + Skills in observation, basic report writing, and verbal/non-verbal communication. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: High School Diploma Experience: 0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services) OR Education & Experience Substitution: 1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None Necessary Special Requirements PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: + This position takes place in potentially dangerous or unusual environmental stress situations. + Must remain awake and alert during shift. + Must complete the mandatory State of Wyoming and Wyoming Boys' School Training. NOTES: + FLSA: Non-Exempt + All positions within the Department of Family Services will require a background information check, including taking 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. An arrest/conviction will not necessarily bar employment. Supplemental Information Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure. URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version. Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration. There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few! Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers) to learn more!