Prairie Lakes Youth Programs (PLYP) in Willmar, MN provides corrections, detention, secure, and non-secure alternative programs for boys and girls ages 10-19. Our mission is to teach and enable responsible thinking by using the Truthought Corrective Thinking™ model, a therapy dog program, and through implementing these strategies with youth in our facility. PLYP staff have been committed to helping young people learn a better way to live since 1991.

Currently hiring a Program Liaison

Job Summary:

The Program Liaison is responsible for providing support to the Program Directors at the main campus programs

Responsibilities and Duties:

Conduct ongoing well-being room checks

Respond to crisis situations to assist with de-escalation and physical restraints

Assist with supervision of youth in individual sessions, therapy, court, substance use disorder treatment, and visits

Assist with on-site and off-site medical appointment supervision and transportation

Assist with supplies, materials, and youth inventory

Assist with new client admissions by entering data into data system and following up when more information has been provided. This may also include gathering the necessary admission paperwork at the time of the admission meeting

Manage discharge paperwork of clients. This includes preparing the necessary documents for discharge and releasing the client from the data system

Prepare confidential letters as directed

Gather and enter statistical data as directed

Assist with organization and filing of compliance documentation into licensing binders and other assigned locations

Proofread documents, make necessary corrections or provide recommendations as needed, and scan documents into the data system

Provide assistance and support for referrals as directed

Answer telephones, direct calls, take messages, screen visitors at door

Maintain the computer and paper filing systems, create, add, and delete files as needed and manage the disposal of old documents as needed

Prepare letters, envelopes, copies, faxes as needed or directed

Run errands as needed or as directed

Maintain organization and up to date information in all office areas

Submit tickets and report technical problems for all technology needs

Report program concerns and recommendations to the Program Directors and participate in team discussion for resolution of concerns and possible implementation of recommendations

Conduct self in a courteous, tactful, and professional manner inside and outside the facility when representing PLYP

Ensure youth confidentiality, discussing cases only with individuals to whom the programs have consent

Attend meetings, workshops, and training sessions pertinent to the mission of the specific operation of the program

All employees are mandated reporters of abuse and neglect. Reports of abuse and neglect should be handled according to the Prairie Lakes Youth Programs Policy on reporting abuse and neglect

Assist with scheduling as directed by Program Directors

May be required to cover open AM shifts based on program needs when directed from Program Directors

Complete other duties as assigned

Mental and Physical Demands:

Maintain a positive and helpful attitude at all times, even during difficult situations

Ability to be pleasant and service-oriented even when exposed to highly stressful situations

Ability to keep others on task to accomplish set assignments

Ability to follow written and oral instructions in order to maintain peace, safety and security

Ability to plan, organize and meet deadlines

Coordinate and implement multiple concurrent tasks

Ability to work under pressure with constant interruptions

Maintain confidentiality, integrity and honesty

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

Ability to communicate well with others and keep Program Directors informed

Dependable and committed to getting the job done

Ability to work with others or independently as assigned

Possess a willingness to learn new skills or tasks as assigned

Work up to 40 hours per week, more if needed

Willingness to work other shifts on occasion as needed

Lifting, moving and carrying 25-50 lbs. using proper techniques

Ability to walk up and down stairs

Ability to kneel or squat for long periods of time

Bending, stretching, standing or sitting for long periods of time

Qualifications:

At least 21 years old

Successfully complete required background check

Annual training as required by PLYP

Valid Driver’s License and current proof of insurance

Job Type:

Full-Time, Wage Grade 2

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person