DSS Youth Division Hiring Event

Embark on a rewarding career path that makes a difference in the lives of others. Join us for an exclusive hiring event and explore opportunities to grow with the Department of Social Services Youth Division

Date: Tuesday, December 12

Time: 10 AM – 2 PM

Location: Columbia Job Center
101 Park De Ville Dr., Ste E

Start a Career That Changes Lives!

Working with the Division of Youth Services is more than it seems. You will work with staff to create a safe, therapeutic, and educational environment for youth in their day treatment and residential programs. To succeed in these positions, you must be empathetic, nonjudgmental, cooperative, encouraging, able-bodied, professional, and respectful; you must be able to communicate clearly, honestly, and openly. They also offer a variety of great benefits, including health, dental, vision, paid holidays, cafeteria plans, retirement, and more. Join them and help make a difference for our youth today!

Available Positions

Youth Services Worker
Fulton

This position is responsible for providing treatment services and ensuring safety and security to youth in the care and custody of the Missouri Division of Youth Services. Employees will facilitate treatment programming to youth (e.g., youth advocate, group facilitation, creation and delivery of treatment activities, etc.).

Education Specialist (Teacher)
Fulton

This is entry-level to senior-level professional teaching position accountable for developing curriculum and lesson plans, and planning and implementing course content and methods to meet the needs of state facility clients in a facility of the Missouri Division of Youth Services. This position instructs youth in elementary or secondary school subjects, and related special education work.

Licensed Practical Nurse
Fulton

This is advanced practical nursing work in the care and treatment of patients or residents in a facility of the Missouri Division of Youth Services. This position performs a variety of nursing duties including preparing nursing assessment summaries and health care plans, implementing health care plans, instructing residents and patients in performing personal health care, and performing preventative nursing care.

Registered Nurse
Fulton

This is professional nursing work in the care and treatment of patients or residents in a facility of the Missouri Division of Youth Services.  This position performs a variety of nursing functions; conducts or assists in the development of nursing assessments and health care plans, implementing health care plans, instructing residents and patients in performing personal health care, and performing preventative nursing care.

Social Service Aide/Community Mentor
Wellston

Join the Division of Youth Services in this part-time, non-benefit-eligible role, where you’ll support at-risk youth in therapeutic and educational settings. As a Social Service Aide/Community Mentor, you’ll build constructive relationships with youth, transport them to essential appointments, provide tutoring, and assist with employment opportunities. You’ll serve as a role model and support system, fostering personal growth and stability. Key qualities include empathy, professionalism, and the ability to communicate effectively. No minimum qualifications are required, but experience with juveniles or relevant coursework is preferred. A valid driver’s license is essential. Make a meaningful impact on youth and their families today!

Phone

For more info, call Nichelle Pool at 573.441.6361

Address

Columbia Job Center, 101 Park De Ville Dr. Ste E, Columbia, MO 65203

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