Youth Justice Paraprofessional

We are looking for an energetic and dependable individual to join our team at Oconto County Department of Health and Human Services, in Oconto, WI. Oconto County is hiring a part-time (no more than 29 hours/week) Youth Justice Paraprofessional. Pay is $21.00/hour. Responsible for providing a variety of home and community-based activities to youth so the youth can overcome their criminogenic needs and become productive members of the community. The overall goal is for the youth to not recidivate. This position will assist in the supervision, monitoring and transportation of youth under the jurisdiction of the Department of Health and Human Services.

This is a contracted position through Community Resource Specialist Staffing Agency (CRSSA).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (include the following, but are not limited to):

1. Assists in carrying out recommendations of the Case Manager, Family Services Supervisor, and Manager.
2. Assists the youth with daily living skills if needed and the development of goals addressing strengths and weaknesses.
3. Transports youth to and from court hearings, visits, and other destinations as needed.
4. Will attend home visits, school visits, and other visits as needed.
5. Monitors home environment for personal and physical safety. Reports to appropriate professional staff as needed.
6. Functions as team member on the Youth Justice team.
7. Encourages youth to participate in appropriate recreational and cultural activities.
8. Complete all required documentation in a timely manner.
9. May be required to work outside of normal business hours.
10. Attends and participates in staffing, agency and other required meetings and trainings.
11. Prepares and responds to community emergencies including, but not limited to, natural and man-made disasters.
12. Mandated reporter for child abuse and neglect.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School diploma or general education degree (GED), three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Able to use tact and diplomacy in dealing with fellow employees, clients and their families, legal guardians, general public, and other public and private agencies.
3. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to influence the actions of others.
4. Self-direction and self-motivation are required.
5. Knowledge of the principles and practices used in working with people who have varying abilities.
6. Basic understanding and utilization of computers.

Equal Opportunity Employer