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State of Colorado Transition Coordinator (Youth Services Counselor II) - Grand Mesa Youth Services Center in Grand Junction, Colorado
Transition Coordinator (Youth Services Counselor II) - Grand Mesa Youth Services Center
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Transition Coordinator (Youth Services Counselor II) - Grand Mesa Youth Services Center
Salary
$66,804.00 Annually
Location
Grand Junction, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
IKA 01229 11/8/2024
Department
Colorado Department of Human Services
Division
OCYF - Grand Mesa Youth Services Center
Opening Date
12/12/2024
Closing Date
12/23/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address
360 28 Rd., Grand Junction, CO 81501
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
bryan.stephen@state.co.us
Type of Announcement
The primary duties of this position are located within 30 miles of the state border; therefore, this position is exempt from the residency requirements. 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
The primary duties of this position are located within 30 miles of the state border; therefore, this position is exempt from the residency requirements. This announcement is open to potential candidates who are legal residents of the United States. All legal residents of the United States are eligible to apply and compete.
This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
Division of Youth Services: Grand Mesa Youth Services Center
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)
About the Division of Youth Services: The Division of Youth Services (DYS) provides a continuum of residential and non-residential services that encompass juvenile detention, commitment, and parole. DYS is the agency statutorily mandated to provide for the care and supervision of youth committed by the District Court to the custody of the Colorado Department of Human Services. The Division operates numerous secure facilities that serve youth between the ages of 10 and 21, who are pre-adjudicated, sentenced, or committed. The Division also contracts with numerous private residential and non-residential service providers throughout the State. For pre-adjudicated youth, the Division is also responsible for the management and oversight of Colorado Youth Detention Continuum, a State-funded, locally administered program that provides services to youth at risk of further progressing into the juvenile justice system. In addition to residential programming, the Division administers juvenile parole services throughout the State which includes but is not limited to parole supervision through case management to ensure community safety.
We invite you to explore the DYS website and learn about the services provided to youth, families, and local communities in the State of Colorado at: https://www.colorado.gov/cdhs/dys
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Description of Job
Grand Mesa Youth Services Center:
This work unit exists to provide a safe, secure, and healthy environment for all youth who are committed to the secure treatment facility. Services are provided consistent with evidence-based practices and the agency's Sanctuary model and trauma-responsive environments. Services include transition programming to youth across the campus and collaboration with Behavioral Health Specialists and other members of the Multi-Disciplinary team. This program works to safely and efficiently treat and return youth back to the community by providing a trauma-responsive environment while ensuring safety for youth, staff, and the community.
This position is responsible for the successful integration of committed youth into the community. This position addresses the following needs: individual case management, employment, education, transportation, housing, job search, ID cards, birth certificates, Behavioral Health services in the community, mentor connections, faith-based partnerships, community supervision when needed, and transition classes. Through collaboration with Multi-Disciplinary teams, transition plans are developed and services are identified based on individual needs. The focus is to ensure the successful reintegration of youth back into communities while promoting protective factors that increase support and resources. Collaborates with internal stakeholders as well as workforce development centers, community-based organizations, schools, and employers.
Job Duties:
Transition Services
Prepares and maintains a case folder for each assigned youth using a Google folder or a similar electronic method to store and share transition case folders with other members of the MDT/Transition Team.
Conducts initial interview and assessment of youth in transition within five working days of referral.
Discusses with youth how such issues as substance use disorders and anger management problems might play a role in their community activities and transition support needs.
Facilitates research-based life skills assessment and curriculum for transitioning youth, facilitating life skills group weekly for youth in transition.
In collaboration with the MDT, develop measurable transition goals based on the ITP objectives for the caseload of youth on Transition Status.
Incorporates a review of youth risk/needs/responsivity requirements to build an effective transition plan, incorporating the Roadmap to Success and Transition Checklist.
In collaboration with Behavioral Health Specialists and program staff, assists youth with the completion of the youth portfolio.
Meets with youth to evaluate their progress in accomplishing goals and maintaining the terms specified in their transition plans.
Informs youth of the requirements of temporary release passes, such as safety plans, sponsorship, schedule and attendance documentation, paycheck management, restitution payments, or educational and employment stipulations.
Completes all necessary transition paperwork for off-site events.
Monitors, evaluates, and documents progress and communicates regularly with youth’s Behavioral Health Specialist and Client Manager.
Utilizes outside stakeholders and community resources to assist the family and youth in setting up proper services for the youth’s parole.
Assists transitioning youth in enrolling for medical, mental health, or substance use treatment services according to individual needs.
Arranges for post-release services such as employment, housing, counseling, education, and social activities in collaboration with Behavioral Health Specialist, Client Manager, and MDT members.
Assists youth with the transition back to a local school if applicable through attending safety plan meetings, best interest determination meetings and/or providing data and information as requested, and working with the principal in DYS to ensure the transition is known and planned for.
Communicate to identified school personnel transition goals, processes, and timelines through email or other formal processes.
Helps youth develop strategies to promote their own wellness and independence.
Responsible for community networking and transitional services to include community meetings, school interviews, internships, job placement options, and life skills programming to effectively re-integrate the youth back into the community.
Actively participate in treatment team meetings, as well as other appropriate meetings.
Assists in scheduling client transportation for assigned clients.
Advises youth regarding food stamps, childcare, food, money management, sanitation, or housekeeping.
Investigates alleged violations of terms of community transition passes, using interviews, schedule, and attendance records.
Ensures the family is updated on youth’s progress via phone contacts and monthly meetings with the client manager and family.
Identifies and/or develops sustainable community resources that are available during transition and once DYS is no longer involved.
Participates on boards, committees, and planning groups relevant to transition and aftercare.
Collaborates with other DYS Transition Coordinators to improve both the quality and consistency of transition services statewide.
Safety and Security
Responsible for safety and security procedures and daily operations when working with youth.
Schedules and coordinates transportation for assigned youth and/or does the transportation themselves.
Implements DYS Safe Correctional Practices.
Is aware of the risks associated with taking youth off campus.
Supervises youth during off-campus medical, treatment, or court appointments.
Follows protocol for taking youth off campus and when in the community.
Is trained as an informed supervisor in regard to sex offense-specific youth and is knowledgeable about a youth’s specific risk issues.
Evaluate each youth’s safety plan prior to leaving the facility to ensure heightened awareness of youth’s specific risk areas and triggers.
Monitors youth’s physical and emotional well-being during regularly scheduled meetings and transition passes and reports unusual behavior or physical ailments to BHS, medical, and youth center staff.
Uses appropriate verbal de-escalation and other skills to ensure safety as needed.
Trained in First Aid/CPR and approved physical interventions and utilizes as necessary.
Training
Attends all assigned yearly training in accordance with DYS policies and training calendar of mandatory training.
Remains current in CPR/First Aid and PSI training.
Is trained in Case Conceptualization, Motivational Interviewing and Trauma responsive Environments, and the Sanctuary Model.
Fully utilizes all of these trainings in daily interactions with youth.
Attends Roundtable meetings as scheduled.
Provides in-services or other training in the area of transition services as requested.
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 qualifications 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:
Experience Only:
Six (6) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to six (6) years.
Preferred Qualifications
Work experience with and knowledge of Western Colorado community agencies, judicial system, law enforcement, education system, and service providers.
The position requires an individual who is self-directing and motivated, and who can make decisions with limited supervisory direction.
Must be flexible and comfortable with change.
Knowledge of computers and data entry.
Bilingual
Conditions of Employment:
Be a minimum of 21 years of age, with no felony convictions or history of domestic violence
A pre-employment criminal background check and drug screen will be conducted as part of the selection process as this position is deemed to have direct contact with vulnerable persons. Felony convictions, conviction of crimes of moral turpitude, or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from being considered for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges or convictions, it is your responsibility to provide the CDHS Background Unit with an official disposition of any charges.
Travel within the State of Colorado to meet with community partners and clients who are within the Western Region Catchment area.
Possess and maintain a valid unrestricted US driver's license
Must be available by phone in case of urgent matters and emergencies to answer questions, provide input or complete necessary paperwork.
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 disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination 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
Link to:How to Apply (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#how-to-apply)
Link to:The Assessment Process (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#assessment-process)
For additional recruiting questions, please contact bryan.stephen@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 (https://coloradostateofhealth.com/)
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 ADAA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, at cdhs_ada@state.co.us or call 1-800-929-0791.
THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#eoe)
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