Bay Area Youth Services Inc.
Bradenton, FL
The Youth Screening Specialist is a client serving position with responsibility for screening and assessing youth brought in for processing by law enforcement. Provides screening of youth to determine detention status, assessment of mental health or substance abuse risk factors, and to make a recommendation for services and/or court handling. *This position is between the hours of 4pm-12am* We are looking for a Youth Screening Specialist who must have: High school diploma or GED. Two (2) years of experience working with youth Must possess a valid Florida Driver's license and Auto Insurance. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Reviews law enforcement paperwork and criminal history records. Acts as a resource to families, outside agencies and staff; answers telephones. Maintains accurate records, to include youth files, screening packets, and documentation in the Department's Juvenile Justice Information System (JJIS). Communicates with youth's parents/guardians,...