Assistant Center Standards Officer/Student Government Advisor
Primary Position Objectives
Provide support to the Standards Officer. Manage the Center’s Student Behavior Management and Incentives system, including zero tolerance for drugs and violence and incentives to promote positive behavior. Responsible for providing training to staff and students on compliance with the Policy & Requirement Handbook requirements and company policies in regards student standards of conduct and behavior. Assist students in acquiring social maturity needed to gain employment and commence a career.
Position Responsibilities
Brief Description of Duties
Administration
Procedures
- Assist in Career Development System of new students to explain the disciplinary system and penalties that may be incurred
- Provide assistance and discusses infractions of Center rules and regulations with individual students based on Incident Reports from Residential Advisors, Instructors and other staff
- Assist in distributing weekly restriction list to appropriate Center personnel
- Assist in maintenance of records of all activities relating to Center discipline
- Inform students of appropriate appointments to appear before the Disciplinary Council or Student Personnel Officer
- Assist in maintaining each student’s disciplinary record
- Inform students of required disciplinary hearings and the appropriate procedures for disciplinary decisions
- Assist in maintaining and submitting weekly activity report, percentage of class attendance, number of infractions reports, dorm incidents, dorm cleanliness, etc.
- Assist in ensuring that students moving to another phase of program meet disciplinary guidelines
- Assist in establishing and maintaining a liaison with juvenile and law enforcement agencies in relation to their influence on the student population
- Assist Student Personnel Officer in all aspects; Acts as Student Personnel Officer upon absence of said officer
- Work towards meeting performance standard goals
- Follow CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily
- Adhere to required property control policies and procedures
- Maintain good housekeeping in all areas and comply with safety practices
- Comply with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulation, Quality Assurance Plan (QAP), LifeSkills Connection's policies and procedures, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures
- Demonstrate and abide by LifeSkills Connection’s core values and operating principles
- Model, mentor, monitor appropriate Career Success Standards
- Help students become more employable through continuous reinforcement
- Participation in PRH mandated staff training is mandatory; Failure to participate may result in disciplinary actions up to and including termination
- Responsible for developing, conducting, and supervising/chaperoning a wide variety of leisure-time activities for all students
- Assist with work involved in planning, organizing, and carrying out department’s total recreational services
- Administer a well-rounded program of diversified activities in the assigned recreation component
- Work with the SGA and provides support with activities and support of leadership programs on center; coordinates the SGA program
- Submit all supply needs, giving suggested source of supply to supervisor
- Keep a daily record of attendance in the assigned recreational activities, arts and crafts, movies, weight room, intramurals, etc.
- Maintain discipline, cleanliness, and inventory control in assigned areas
- Post schedules of monthly activities and special events
- Submit a schedule of special activities for the upcoming month to supervisor on the last Wednesday of each month
- Submit a list of monthly off-Center cultural activities and other events, which will be placed on the upcoming month’s calendar of off-Center trips
- Maintain a stocked first aid kit in assigned area where it is clearly visible and accessible
- Assist in recruitment of volunteers and supervises and gives direction to any volunteer personnel assigned to the recreation area
- Project a positive self-image and encourages enthusiastic participation in recreation programs
- Chaperone and direct off-Center trips and ensures necessary funds are available for the trips
- Performs other duties as assigned
Performance Standards/Results
- Present information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms correct interpretation of information
- Very high standard of communication skills, both written and oral for the presentation of facts and ideas
- Written communication must be clear, concise, easy to read and comprehend
- Action-oriented; Demonstrate the ability to handle several projects simultaneously with decision making, flexibility, and problem-solving
- Implement the key principles of time management, task allocation, and priority assignment in addition to personal organization
- Show attention to detail and the ability to complete work with the highest level of accuracy and efficiency
- Continually seek ways to improve employment service provided via the development of professional skills and personal growth
Excellent written and verbal communications skills
Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point and Excel
One to two years’ experience in Juvenile Justice, secretarial, or related experience preferred
One-year experience with youth or young adults
High school diploma or equivalent
Associate’s degree preferred
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Valid State Driver’s License with acceptable driving record
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk; to reach with hands, arms, talk, and listen. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision capabilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level can vary from moderate to loud.
Benefits Include:
- Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance
- Full Health & Medical benefits (Dental, Health, Vision)
- 401k Retirement Plan, HSA, FSA
- Paid Holidays, PTO + More
Disclaimer:
As a federal contractor, selected candidates are required to pass the following pre-employment requirements prior to beginning employment: Employment contingent upon passing background check and a pre-employment drug test. (This position is considered a safety sensitive position; therefore, the pre-employment drug test includes testing for marijuana). Positive test results will exclude an applicant from being hired.
All selected candidates after hire will receive CPR/First Aid Certification and Narcan Administration training within the first 90 days of employment. All employees are responsible for the safety of the students and may be required to provide provisional emergency services in the event of an emergency.
LifeSkills Connection Inc. is committed to granting equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Jennifer Law, Human Resources Manager, at 360-854-2160, or [email protected] for assistance.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Therefore, the employee may be requested to perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required.
The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties as business requirements dictate. It is mutually agreed that the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. It is also understood that the company reserves the right to change work schedules as required, including overtime.
