Instructional Associate, Nursing and Allied Health (2 Positions)

About The PositionThis recruitment is limited to the first 150 applications received, and will close without notice upon receipt of the 150th application, even if it is prior to the posted closing date.This examination will establish an Open Competitive and Promotional list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months.Some positions may be filled at Spring Mountain Youth Camp located at Angel Peak, 45 miles outside of Las Vegas. It is the responsibility of the employee assigned to SMYC to get to and from work. Employees assigned to SMYC receive an additional $200 a pay period in remote pay.Minimum RequirementsEducation and Experience: Equivalent to graduation from high school and one (1) year of full-time experience working with and caring for juveniles, preferably with at risk juveniles; OR College level course work in Criminal Justice, Child Development, Psychology, Social Work, Education, related behavioral science, or degree related to the work may be substituted for the experience on a year-for-year basis.Minimum Age: Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age at time of appointment.Working Conditions: Work evening, night, weekend and holiday shifts. Work in violent, traumatic or highly charged emotional environments. Specified positions may be assigned to a remote work site at high elevation. May be subject to exposure to blood and air borne diseases.Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Nevada Class C Driver's License at time of appointment.Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of physical examination performed by our examining physician.Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon the results of a background investigation.EXAMPLES OF DUTIESPersonally and electronically monitors juveniles in residential facilities; patrols buildings and grounds. Conducts and records bed checks; reports unusual situations to professional staff. As experience is gained, may perform lead Juvenile Detention Assistant responsibilities as needed. Receives and gives procedural directions to incoming juveniles; prepares space and supplies for juveniles. Observes and reports unusual or inappropriate behavior and emergency situations to professional staff; ensures the safety and security of assigned juveniles; provides aid and calls for medical assistance. Release and prepares youth for transportation. Escorts youth to various locations. Receives and directs persons entering property of facility for authorized purposes. Restrains juveniles, as needed, using approved physical and mechanical restraint methods. Completes forms, keep records, maintains files and writes incident reports relating to the owrk performed. Drives a motor vehicle to transport juveniles to appointments and other facilities.Other Duties And ResponsibilitiesContributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. May assist professional staff with direct supervision, intake procedures including strip searches. Performs light housekeeping, laundry, and custodial duties.PHYSICAL DEMANDSMobility to work in a typical juvenile institutional residential setting, drive a motor vehicle in order to transport juveniles to appointments and other facilities; stamina to stand and/or walk for an extended period of time, and strength to restrain and/or eject individuals; vision to use standard office equipment and read printed materials including a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.Clark County Offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package That IncludesComprehensive Group Health Insurance PlanDisability Insurance & Long Term Disability Insurance VacationSick LeavePaid HolidaysEmployer-Paid RetirementTuition AssistanceCredit Union EligibilityNevada has no State Income Tax CLARK COUNTY, NEVADA IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER01List all degrees received that are directly related to the position. When listing a degree, or credits earned towards a degree not yet completed, be specific about field of study, credits earned, and where the degree/credits were received. (Max 5 points)02List all current and valid professional certifications relevant to this position. Include in your response the name of the agency or institution administering the certification. (Max 4 points)03Describe in detail your professional experience in working with at-risk youth from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds. When answering this question please provide the place of employment, job title, dates of employment and average hours worked per week for each position referenced.(Max 15 points)04Describe in detail your professional experience working in teams of individuals from different cultural backgrounds. When answering this question please provide the place of employment, job title, dates of employment and average hours worked per week for each position referenced. (Max 13 points)05Describe in detail your professional experience working with various computer software programs (e.g., MS Word, Excel, database programs, email programs). Include in your response the type of documents produced. (Max 13 points)06Are you bilingual?YesNo07If you answered yes to the previous question, please provide the language(s) you are bilingual in.08If bilingual in Spanish, please select the appropriate box from the following statements:I have a good comprehension of Spanish.I speak Spanish fluently.I read and write Spanish at a proficient level.I read, write and speak Spanish fluently.09CAREER INTERESTS: To be considered for multiple divisions, please check the applicable Division(s) you would like to work in:DetentionSpring Mountain Youth Camp (SMYC). Located at Angel Peak, 45 miles outside of Las Vegas. Employees assigned to SMYC receive an additional $200 remote pay per pay period. Required Question