Job Details
$18.00/hour
Part-Time
Services rendered at Alexander Juvenile Treatment Center
Job Summary:
The AQT Instructional Liaison will professionally guide cohorts who have been charged with a crime or are otherwise demonstrating pre-delinquent behaviors. AQT Instructional Liaison will assist cohorts with the knowledge of gaining employment and model on-the-job work experience.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Assesses each cohort situation and needs based on willingness to return to their communities and gain skillful employment/trade.
- Identifies a variety of resources and methods to help cohorts avoid committing more crimes and provides opportunities to assist them in becoming responsible citizens.
- Coordinates a variety of services such as crisis intervention, educational services and youth mentoring.
- Acts as liaison with cohorts regarding employment and/or vocational training.
- Sets guidelines for the behavior and actions of cohorts and recommends removal from program when those expectations are not met.
- Establishes and maintains detailed monthly records for each cohort; evaluates behavior during classroom interactions and makes related recommendations to AQT Admin team.
- Educates and informs the cohorts on youth programs and services available in the area or their area they will be released to.
- Maintains current knowledge and list of community resources and services available to assist and rehabilitate juveniles and their families.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and critical-thinking skills.
- Ability to stay calm in difficult and emotional situations and to inform/educate troubled youth.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education and Experience:- High School Diploma
- Two years of related experience with at-risk adolescents highly preferred
Physical Requirements:- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.