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Youth Services Specialist I (YSSI) - Education Support Specialist - Spring Creek

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Youth Services Specialist I (YSSI) - Education Support Specialist - Spring Creek

Salary

$2,168.00 - $2,601.60 Biweekly

Location

Colorado Springs, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

IKA 05423 11/8/24

Department

Colorado Department of Human Services

Division

OCYF - Spring Creek Youth Services Center

Opening Date

11/08/2024

Closing Date

11/19/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Primary Physical Work Address

3190 East Las Vegas St. Colorado Springs CO 80906

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

araceli.diaz@state.co.us

Type of Announcement

A residency waiver has been granted for this announcement. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

This position is open to current Colorado residents only.

Normal working hours: 7am-4pm Monday - Thursday and 7am 11pm Fridays (subject to change)

Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies (full time and part time).

Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package! Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details! (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits)

Physical Location:

Spring Creek Youth Service Center

3190 East Las Vegas St.

Colorado Springs CO 80906

About Division of Youth Services - Spring Creek Youth Services Center

This work unit exists to provide for the direct care (e.g. mentor, model, teach, train, support, counsel, advise, supervise, observe, record, document, report, intervene, monitor or otherwise act as a prudent parent), safety and security of both male and female pre-adjudicated or adjudicated youth in Division of Youth Services custody using a trauma responsive approach. The unit exists to provide 24 hours, seven day a week care and supervision of youth in secure residential placement covering work assignments ranging from Admissions and Control, school and day programming, and detention, assessment, and commitment (long term treatment) living units.

The Division of Youth Services (DYS) is committed to hiring individuals who are professional and passionate about their desire to help youth. DYS values candidates who have demonstrated perseverance as a special attribute that can help the youth in our care. DYS encourages qualified candidates with "lived experience" to apply. Lived experience comes from the personal knowledge and understanding that many possess by virtue of first-hand experience with mental health, substance abuse, systems involvement and traumatic events. Lived experience brings unique knowledge, insights and perspectives that are invaluable for organizational growth, increased sensitivity to the youth and families we serve, and new ideas and inspiration for improving service delivery.

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Description of Job

Normal working hours: 7am - 4pm Monday - Thursday and 7am - 11pm Fridays (subject to change)

This work unit exists to provide for the direct care (e.g. mentor, model, teach, train, support, counsel, advise, supervise, observe, record, document, report, intervene, monitor or otherwise act as a prudent parent), safety and security of both male and female adjudicated youth in custody while providing classroom and education support to the committed school program.

Safety & Security in Education Setting . Work involves providing the direct care, safety, security and supervision of adjudicated youth in locked facilities in the education setting. Supervision for safety is a function of appropriate staff location, mobility and continual observation of youth. Enforce established security rules and behavior of a youth or a group of youth, supervise and direct educational activities, orient youth to the unit/facility and agency rules and routines, intervene early in potentially, or actively, volatile situations. Provide immediate intervention in crisis situations.

Employ sound judgment and emotional control when evaluating possible crisis in a timely manner taking into consideration the physical and mental well-being of all juveniles and staff. Participate in defusing and debriefing of all incidents pursuant to prevailing DYS Policy. Monitor movement of youth in the education setting or through agency, conduct searches of persons, property or areas according to schedule or as needed. Identify, document and seize contraband as directed or appropriate.

Adhere to all Suicide Precaution Monitoring (SPM) Policies and Standards. Monitor SPM status, or other special observation status youth, in accordance with timeframes as noted on Room Check Sheet(s) within the classroom. Actively use effective communication skills, verbal de-escalation skills, and a strength based approach when interacting with youth and staff in a positive and respectful manner. When all other attempts to de-escalate youth have failed, adhere to the Divisions Physical Response Protocols. Monitor, participate, support and enforce behavioral management plans for individual youth as directed (e.g. Behavioral Contracts, Individual Growth and Change Plans). Monitor medical watches as instructed and required pursuant to timeframes noted on the Room Check Sheet(s) during the school day. Actively supervise to support prevention of sexual contact in the facility, adhere to all PREA Policies and Federal Standards.

Monitor youth and educational tools while supporting the learning environment

Education Support Services. Actively and with positive engagement, implement and follow the facility behavioral management program. Communicate expectations for behavior, events, rules, or other requirements to promote engagement with education content and expectations. Assure positive feedback and understanding of student progress as it relates to the programming objectives. Objectively and fairly monitor, record youth behaviors, youth progress on projects and education requirements, and intervene according to prevailing program standards related to privileges and consequences. Follow daily program schedule based on prevailing standards. Recognize, implement, monitor, observe and document juvenile IGCP (Individual Growth and Change Plan) in accordance with the written program.

• Provides educational supervision and supports to youth in custody, implements and documents objectives and achievements as identified by the Individual Plans of persons served to include monitoring education progress appropriately.

• Develops, organizes, and leads program activities which promote a level of academic, emotional and behavioral growth of youth in care in the education setting;

• This may include the development of high incentive programs and skill-building groups as well as coaching and instructing others on successful group strategies. Participates in interdisciplinary/collaborative team process, discussing individual objectives, successes and areas for growth Lead Collaborative Review Team processes as needed.

• Assists in the development of individual academic plans with support as well as individual growth and change plans; submits draft of written program plans for final approval by the supervisor as appropriate

• Ensures facilitation of safe transportation of participants to work area, program area, as well as taking an active part in vocational training.

Proctor and Student Information System Accountability . Maintains a secure test environment and proctor MAP test and state mandated tests, and for identified students. Track and monitor tests, testing information, results in a digital format and update as needed.

Enters testing data into spreadsheets, forms, and tools to be used by multiple stakeholders in a timely manner. Works with teachers and staff to create a safe testing environment, assists with giving tests orally as needed, follow up on next educational data collection required. Updates and sends monthly data sheets and MTSS information to principal and DYS Education Director via email attachments.

Enters and monitors attendance and grades within the student information system to report to principal and DYS education director monthly or as asked. Maintaining organized spreadsheets and documentation. Monitors student progress on the online learning programs used within the classroom.

Organizational Accountability and Documentation . Document observations of juvenile behavior and response to program(s). Complete required facility documentation. Document all activities in the classroom setting and relevant information on the education section on the points sheet. Record Suicide Precaution Monitoring (SPM) and Special Management Program (SMP) Status and Medical Watch based on the assigned time intervals or frequency for the specific youth. Complete Extended Risk Assessment Forms as assigned by designated staff.

Document daily youth behavior observations. Generate and document Incident Reports as required by DYS Policy. Notify and complete all forms relevant to youth incident reports. Document and report youth behavioral transgressions and recommend interventions to supervisory staff. Report and document any facility deficiencies or safety concerns. All staff must report known or suspected incidents of abuse as mandatory reporters pursuant to prevailing statute.

Through all communications and behaviors employees demonstrate, support, and contribute to a healthy, positive and respectful cultural climate throughout the facility. Communicates with outside agencies and co-workers in a professional manner; ensuring to communicate with all residents, staff, and internal/external customers with respect and dignity. Adhere to the CDHS Code of Conduct, the 5 Key Strategies, and the 7 Commitments. Be aware of, and adhere to prevailing legal standards, CDHS Policy, DYS Policy, DYS Audit Standards and Implementing Procedures. Adheres to CDHS and DYS Policy regarding work schedule, timekeeping, and leave practices. Completes other duties as assigned and follows supervisor’s requests and directives, within Colorado Revised Statutes, CDHS and DYS Policies and Procedures. Complete training and certification requirements per policy.

Other Duties as Assigned

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

* Please read the entire job announcement and follow all of the instructions prior to completing the application. You must provide documentation to be given credit for it. There will be no exceptions on timelines to provide documentation. All documentation must be uploaded- this is the first evaluation in the selection process*

Note:

Applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualification for the position. If it is determined that you meet the minimum qualifications, your application will also be used as part of the examination process. You should ensure that your application specifically addresses the requirements as listed in the minimum and preferred qualifications, as well as the job duties and the highly desired competencies. Take the time to adequately address your specialized experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or General Education Diploma, (GED).

Substitutions:

None

These positions are not sedentary positions. Employees are typically on their feet during the entire shift. Youth living quarters are located on multiple levels and employees must frequently climb stairs in the performance of job duties. Please take into account your physical ability in relation to the essential job duties when applying for job.

Employees must also be willing and able to physically intervene with assaultive youth.

Preferred Qualifications:

College education in a behavioral health and or juvenile justice related field.

Experience working with adjudicated and/or detained youth within a secure residential facility and/or a behavioral health setting;

Experience facilitating psychoeducational groups; Education/experience working with adolescents who have trauma;

Experience working with youth in positive leadership roles, such as mentoring and coaching.

Experience utilizing verbal de-escalation and motivational techniques.

Relevant years of state service

Highly Desirable Competencies

• Skilled in conflict management.

• Strong work ethic, integrity and dependability.

• Sound judgment and decision making skills.

• Self control, composure and the ability to manage stressful situations.

• Ability to verbally communicate clearly and willingness to do so respectfully

• Ability to identify and act on changes, inappropriate activity, hazards or potential security breaches and verbally communicate pertinent information.

• Ability to study information and recount events in a written, factual, concise, and legible method.

Conditions of Employment:

• Full Background - CDHS employees (all Direct contact with vulnerable persons):

CBI name check and fingerprint check, ICON Colorado court database, Medicare fraud database, Reference Checks, Professional License verification (licensure requirements), Drug Screen, PREA (Division of Youth Services), Trails check (direct contact with children), CAPS (direct contact with adults – Mental Health Institutes, Regional Centers, Veterans Community Living Centers).

• Be a minimum of 21 years of age, with no felony convictions or history of domestic violence

• Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. Driver's License

• Travel – Travel to assigned trainings and/or alternate work sites.

• Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of the DYS Pre-service Training Academy, Field Training Program (FTO) and mandatory annual training in all subject areas.

• Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must (1) disclose that information on the application (2) provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position, (3) provide the employee number from the applicant’s prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.

APPEAL RIGHTS:

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

Supplemental Information

How to Apply (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#how-to-apply)

Need help with your application? Click here.

The Assessment Process (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#assessment-process)

For additional recruiting questions, please contact araceli.diaz @state.co.us.

About Us:

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (https://www.colorado.gov/cdhs) (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:

• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan www.copera.org plus 401(k) and 457 plans

• Medical and dental health plans

• Employer supplemented Health Savings Account

• Paid life insurance

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave

• BenefitHub state employee discount program

• Employee Wellness program MotivateMe

• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more

• Remote work arrangements for eligible positions

  *Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more

  information, go to https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs .

  Our Values:

  We believe in a people-first approach: To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans .

  Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.

  We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.

  Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.

  We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.

  Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.

  We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

  ADAA Accommodations: CDHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, at cdhs_ada@state.co.us or call 1-800-929-0791.

  THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

  Toll Free Applicant Technical Support (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#technical-support)

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits

Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.

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Do you possess a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes I possess a High School Diploma or GED

• No I do not possess a High School Diploma or GED

  02

  Do you possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. Driver's License?

• Yes

• No

  03

  A condition of employment requires applicants to be 21 years of age or older. Do you meet this condition?

• Yes

• No

  04

  Please tell us what level of education you currently have completed and the associated major based on the selections below.

• Bachelor's degree with Major in (education, psychology, sociology or criminal justice major or similar field).

• Associate's degree with Major in (education, psychology, sociology or criminal justice major or similar field).

• Completed College Degree in unrelated field - Incomplete degree in related field

• Completed HS/GED - Incomplete college degree in unrelated field

  05

  Years of experience working with at risk youth in a secure/staff secure setting or at risk population

• 2 + years of Direct Experience working with at risk youth in secure/staff secure type program.

• 1-2 years of Experience working with at risk youth secure/staff secure type program

• six months to 1 year of experience working with an at risk population.

• less then six months of experience working with an at risk population.

• no experience working with an at risk population.

  06

  Years of Mentoring, Coaching , Intern or Volunteer work.

• 2+ years of experience

• 1-2 years experience

• six months to 1 year of exp

• less than six month

• no experience

  07

  Please indicate the other youth-specific experiences you bring to the table. Check all that apply:

• Mentoring

• Coaching

• Educational Setting

• Behavioral Intervention Programs

• Restitution / Commitment Programs

• Faith-Based Programs

• Other

  08

  Please check the situations listed below where physically managing a youth would be necessary:

• Swearing at another Youth

• Swearing at an Adult / Authority Figure

• Failing to Comply

• Passive Resistance

• Threatening Behavior

• Damaging Property

• Hurting Themselves or Others

• Other

  09

  Our teams provide cognitive, emotional, and behavioral support to our youth both as a function of their daily interactions and through structured programming. Please indicate the areas where you have experience as the person responsible for delivering programming:

• One-on-One Treatment

• Group Treatment

• Drug / Alcohol

• RCJ

• Educational

• Social Skills

• Anger Management

• Evidence-Based Programs

• Other

  10

  If you are a Veteran and you are requesting Veteran's Preference you must upload your DD-214 or VA letter to your application.

• I am not a Veteran

• I have uploaded my Veteran Preference documents (DD214 or VA letter)

• I am a Veteran, but not requesting Veteran's preference

  11

  If you are a current or former State of Colorado employee, please list your employee number (starts with 997...). Failure to provide this requested information may render your application incomplete, and you may no longer be considered for the position.

  12

  Former State employees who were disciplinary terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position.

  13

  The bottom of this job announcement provides links to additional information on how to apply, the assessment process, toll free applicant technical support, and about how the State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. Please acknowledge below that you have read the information provided in these links.

• This information is available to me and I have read this information

• I am unable to access the links with this information on the job posting. (If you select this option, please contact the recruiter, whose information is listed on this announcement, so that they can send this information directly to you.)

  14

  Your legal name is used in the hiring process for background checks. Did you use your full legal name in your application? If not, please update your information before submitting your application.

• Yes

• No

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