Lead Youth Development Specialist- Pinnacle Secure Facilities (Weber County)

Oversees and works closely with high risk/volatile youth with complex behavioral problems. Assist the treatment team with assessing client physical, mental, social and behavioral needs. Assists the treatment team in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans or Specialized Intervention Plans. Identifies and applies appropriate security, safety, and control intervention techniques.

Supervises youth with complex behavioral needs including working one-on-one with youth to develop skills consistent with JJYS implemented evidence-based programming and practices. Collaborates on writing court reports, parole summaries, treatment plans and supervision standards. Leads or functionally coaches staff in implementing and maintaining Specialized Intervention Plans ; monitors/reviews quality of work consistent with the developed Specialized Intervention Plan, provides technical assistance or training specific to the developed Specialized Intervention Plan.

Makes decisions consistent with the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis including collaboration with Qualified Mental Health Professionals to create, implement, and maintain Specialized Interventions plans for youth. Speak clearly, concisely and effectively; be able to listen to (and understand) information as presented verbally; be able to read and understand written information.

Has passed the Integrated Crisis Response (ICR) intervention program within 90 days of employment (coordinated by Juvenile Justice). Employees will be assigned a base location; however, they will also be required to travel to and work in other secure facilities during their normal work schedule.