Youth Development Specialist II

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We are seeking a Youth Development Specialist to join the Wyoming Girls’ School (WGS), a therapeutic and educational facility dedicated to helping court-ordered girls aged 12-21 build brighter futures. The role involves providing mentorship, supervision, and support during active programming hours (12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.) to foster accountability, emotional growth, and life skills in a safe and structured environment.

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave
• Retirement investment options with employer contributions
• Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Life, Vision, Short Term Disability, and more with an employer contribution toward premiums
• Longevity Pay

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• Act as a positive role model, providing mentorship and emotional support to residents
• Communicate and document individual needs of each resident, collaborating with families and staff to tailor care plans
• Supervise, guide, and motivate residents during daily activities, ensuring they meet program expectations
• Manage crises with professionalism and in compliance with training in de-escalation techniques
• Lead residents in structured activities, promoting personal growth and accountability
• Safely transport residents to off-campus activities and appointments
• Explain program rules, policies, and expectations to new residents during intake
• Support educational goals by encouraging academic progress and assisting with assignments
• Assist residents with medications and ensure medical needs are met
• Promote a positive, trauma-informed culture that fosters trust, growth, and healing

• Understanding of trauma-informed care and youth development principles
• Familiarity with safety and security protocols in a residential setting
• Proficiency in crisis management techniques

Education & Experience Substitution: 2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Youth Services Specialist

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None

Education: Associate’s Degree (typically in Social Services)

Experience: 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Youth Services Specialist

Notes:

• FLSA:
  Non-Exempt
• All positions within the Department of Family Services will require a background information check, including fingerprinting, through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, for every successful applicant.

Human Resource Contact: kristin.martinez

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.