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Starting Compensation:$45,697.60/AnnuallyFind job security and stability alongside a growing community and a team that supports you. Level up your career through a large network and specialty training.If you're passionate about making a difference, apply today to join us in serving the community!Job Description: Additional Job DescriptionJOB SUMMARYYouth Care Workers are responsible for the direct daily care and supervision of the P.U.L.S.E. participants in the facility. The P.U.L.S.E. (Providing Uplifting Learning Skills to Excel) Program consists of an evening treatment center housed at the Lancaster County Youth Intervention Center.This position is expected to exert a positive influence over the youth through daily interaction.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSFollow an evidence-based curriculum and facilitate group lessonsModel positive behavior and educate participants on pro-social choicesCreate a therapeutic environment where the participants feel comfortable to share their thoughts and feelingsProblem solves issues in a therapeutic mannerObserve and document behavior of participantsPrevent physical, sexual, and emotional abuse of participantsExplain and reinforce rules of operation with participantsPrepare and deliver services related to basic human needsEnsure community safety by adhering to facility security proceduresInteract and guide participants regarding individual and group behaviorsMeet, greet, and search participants during the admissions processPhysically manage participants to prevent injury, as neededTransport participants to and from the program, as well as community service and other outingsMonitor participants during off-site programming eventsAdminister first aid to participants, as necessaryAttend trainings to further knowledge and skillsAvailable to work flexible shifts, as neededMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSIn accordance with PA Code 3800-55h, applicants must be 21 years of ageCandidates must possess a high school diploma or GED.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESKnowledge of the juvenile justice and child welfare systemsKnowledge of therapeutic interventionsKnowledge of basic institutional housekeepingKnowledge of behaviors associated with youth involved in the juvenile justice systemExperience working with juvenilesGood organizational skillsDependable individual who is self-starter and can work with minimal supervisionIndividual needs to be culturally competentProficient in the use of a personal computer using common word processing, data entry and email softwareAbility to facilitate group discussionsAbility to speak and write legibly and articulatelyAbility to prioritize multiple tasks and maintain confidentialityAbility to maintain professional demeanor under stressful situationsAbility to work in a diverse environmentAbility to interact with youth in a positive mannerAble to perform multiple duties in a fast-paced environmentAble to handle CONFIDENTIAL information in a professional mannerAbility to produce high volumes of work with minimal errorsREQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS§Clean criminal record, FBI Clearance, and child abuse record, clearances are due at the start of employment. §Must have and maintain a valid Pennsylvania driver's license and an acceptable driving record in accordance with County policyPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENTMust have the ability to physically restrain youth ages ten to eighteen when displaying physical aggression or self-harming behaviors in order to prevent injury, as needed.Occasional pushing and pulling up to 150 lbs.Walking 40% of the timeSitting 60% of the timeThis position has been identified as having the potential for exposure to Hepatitis B. Access to training and a voluntary vaccination against Hepatitis B is providedThe County of Lancaster offers comprehensive benefits to our employees. Read more about our benefits here.Lancaster County Government provides Equal Employment Opportunity for all persons regardless of race, religion, age, sex, national origin, genetic information or disability. The County also observes all applicable laws regarding Veterans status. The County reflects this action in all areas of employment and compensation practices and policies. Employment with the County is based upon the ability to perform the job as well as dependability and reliability once an individual is hired.