Youth Worker

Youth Worker

Salary

$39,665.60 Annually

Location

Juvenile Services Complex, Florida Ave Lynchburg VA, VA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

03538

Department

Juvenile Services

Opening Date

02/09/2026

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Description

The City of Lynchburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Looking for a qualified Youth Worker responsible for supervising youth and coordinating programs at the Juvenile Services Detention Home.

Qualified applicants must be able to communicate effectively with at-risk and troubled youth and work in a team environment. Work is performed in a team environment under the regular supervision of the facility administration. Successful candidate may be asked to fill in at other facilities and on other shifts in emergencies.

Associates degree from a two-year college or technical school in criminal justice or behavior sciences or related field preferred. High School/GED and some combination of related experience will be considered.

Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.

Entry level pay starting at $18.83/hr.

This position offers a 3-tier paid progression program based on training completed, experience, certification and performance.

Essential Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Enforces adolescents compliance with program rules and regulations
• Maintains discipline and control of adolescents at all times with sight and/or sound supervisions
• Checks rooms for contraband, weapons, and general condition of room
• Observes and documents adolescent behavior constantly to detect potential behavioral problems and prepares detailed reports on incidents
• Supervises residents participation in recreational activities such as arts and crafts and indoor and outdoor sports and table games
• Routinely makes head counts of detainee population as needed
• Answers telephone, responds to routine questions, and/or transfers calls to appropriate staff
• Instructs and participates directly in various activities with adolescents
• Intervenes and resolves disputes between adolescents utilizing mediation and counseling skills; physically restrains out-of-control/violent adolescents as needed
• Inspects facility to ensure ongoing security issues
• Assigns and supervises residents in light housekeeping tasks such as making beds, dusting furniture, mopping floors, and assisting in preparing and cleaning after meals
• Eats with residents at meals and supervises seating and serving, as well as table manners and general behavior
• Supervises and educates residents in bathing and personal hygiene
• Reviews and prepares reports on residents behavior and progress; monitors activity contract documents; reviews progress with adolescents
• Conducts intake and release procedures; prepares discharge reports
• Counsels adolescents and assists with problem solving
• Completes required documentation
• Monitors visitation by family, friends and others
• Administers first aid and/or CPR as required
• Administers medications as prescribed
• Issues and maintains supplies and equipment
• Assists teachers and adolescents in their educational requirements
• Transports residents to and from necessary appointments with medical providers and others
• Plans, prepares and implements daily program in assigned areas

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.
• When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declares a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery.

Minimum Education and Experience Required

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below 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.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Associates degree from a two-year college or technical school in criminal justice or behavior sciences or related field preferred. High School/GED and some combination of related experience will be considered.

Additional Requirements

Possession of valid drivers license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia and acceptable driving record according to City criteria. View Criteria

Prior to employment, must satisfactorily complete criminal record and reference checks, Child Protective Services check, and tuberculin and drug screen.

Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment. May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position.

The City offers an array of benefits combined with direct salary/wages in order to establish a total compensation package that supports the Citys goals of attracting, rewarding, and retaining employees who are both representatives of the community and are also able to deliver exceptional services.

• Employees in full-time positions are eligible for the following benefits:
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS);

the City's contribution is based on a rate determined bi-annually by the VRS Board and employees pay 5% of base pay (pre-tax) towards their VRS benefit

• Life insurance at no cost to the employee

• Optional benefits such as 457 deferred compensation, Roth IRA, flexible spending accounts, etc.

• Eligibility for parental leave and tuition assistance

• Paid Time Off

• Employees in hourly and part-time positions may be eligible for benefits depending on the position

Employees of the City of Lynchburg may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for federal student loans

Additional information about City benefits can be found on our website and in the Employment Policies & Procedures

01

Transporting agency clients is a requirement of this job that requires that you be at least 21 years of age. Please certify below that you are at least 21 years of age.

• Yes
• No

02

Describe your experience working with adolescents who have emotional, behavioral, educational and/or judicial issues.

03

This position requires a valid drivers license and acceptable driving record history. I certify that I have read the DMV Record Release Notice, and give the City of Lynchburg permission to obtain my Virginia Driving Record.

• Yes
• No
• I do not currently possess a Virginia Drivers License

04

If you answered in the above question that you currently possess a Virginia Drivers License, please provide your License Number.

05

(Current Out-of-State applicants and applicants who have had an Out-of-State Drivers License at any time in the last 3 years): I agree to provide, WITHIN 2 WEEKS OF MY APPLICATION, a copy of my driving record from that state where I am currently licensed or have been licensed within the past 3 years. I will contact Human Resources within 2 weeks if I am unable to obtain my out of state driving record in that time. I understand that my application may not be considered for this position until I submit my out of state driving record. You can email this information to human.resources@lynchburgva.gov, fax to 434-845-4304, or mail this information to Human Resources, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg VA 24504. Include the name of the position for which you are applying. If you have a driving record less than 30 days old you can upload as an attachment to your application.

• Agree to provide record within 2 weeks of application date
• Do not agree (I understand I will no longer be considered for this position if I disagree)
• Not applicable (I have not had an Out-of-State Drivers License during the past 3 years)

Required Question

Employer City of Lynchburg

Address 900 Church Street

Lynchburg, Virginia, 24504

Phone (434) 455-4200

Website https://www.lynchburgva.gov/human-resources