Youth Care Specialist

Combination of 2nd and 3rd shift hours as well as working every other weekend.

Reno County Mission:
We serve the community through effective leadership and innovation to enhance the quality of life in Reno County.

Reno County Values:
Professionalism, Ownership, Service, Integrity, Teamwork.

Work where we have a strong team culture! County employees work together across departments to solve challenges and improve services. The supportive, team-oriented environment fosters innovation and pride in service.

Provide a safe environment for the youth to learn socially acceptable behaviors. This is done through supervision of the youth and teaching new ways of dealing with situations and people. Provide physical, medical, and emotional care to the youth while they are in the facility. Responsibilities will include maintaining proper supervision, interpersonal relations, and public social skills.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in the complete job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Some college or bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
• Employee is responsible for obtaining and maintaining all certification requirements relative to the position.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

• Possess a valid Kansas driver's license.
• Attend required training sessions.

Compensation within the listed pay ranges is tailored to relatable and transferrable experience.