All positions require that the applicant be a resident of Wyandotte county or willing to relocate within (12) months from the date of hire.
As a condition of employment all employees must pass a post offer physical examination and drug screen.
And submit proof of identity and employment eligibility.
BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:
Responsibilities include overseeing justice-involved youth that attend Day Reporting at the Juvenile Services Center.
The Program Specialist will ensure that youth stay on target with on-line assignments and provide/create lesson plans for youth not enrolled in an on-line program or during times when school is on break.
The Program Specialist may be asked to become certified in programs to teach to justice-involved youth and/or families (i.e., Parent Project).
The Program Specialist will be responsible for finding enrichment opportunities for youth in the community.
Additional duties include providing agency transportation of justice-involved youth to programming and/or community service, and supervision of justice-involved youth as they engage in pro-social activities on-and off site.
Daily documentation will be required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be at least 21 years of age.
High School Diploma or GED and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
Must have strong and positive interpersonal skills to work successfully with youth.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Punctual and reliable.
Must be able to present self and program in a professional manner.
Must possess a valid Kansas Driver's License and an excellent driving record.
Must pass NCIC criminal records check and abuse registry check.
Bi-lingual Spanish preferred, but not required.
Full-time position with full Unified Government benefits.
Hours are weekdays/possible weekday evenings.
Salary Range:
$17.49-$22.26/hr.
The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workforce.
If you need to reach a member of the Human Resources staff, please contact the mainline (913) 573-5660 or email the staff member.
Company: Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS