The Role and Ethical Boundaries of a Youth Worker

Course Code: REL-PS-0-RYW-V2

Hours: 1.25

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2024

Learning Objectives:
Differentiate between 7 types of facilities juveniles may be placed in.
List at least 7 common job responsibilities and the associated tasks when working with youth in custodial settings.
Identify up to 8 traits that are important for youth workers to possess.
List 10 ways youth workers can maintain ethical boundaries.

Outline:
Section 1: Introduction

A. About This Course

B. Learning Objectives

Section 2: Responsibilities and Tasks of a Youth Worker

A. Description of a Youth Worker

B. Types of Facilities

C. Common Responsibilities and Tasks of a Youth Worker

D. Security and Safety

E. Supervision

F. Behavior Management

G. Positive Youth Development

H. Report Writing

I. Liaison

J. Organizational Support

K. Review

L. Summary

Section 3: Traits of an Effective Youth Worker

A. Traits of a Youth Worker

B. Being Adept at Working with Youth

C. Being Professional

D. Maintaining Ethical Boundaries

E. Being Empathetic

F. Able to Use Critical Thinking Skills

G. Being Patient

H. Being Physically and Mentally Fit

I. Being a Team Player

J. Review

K. Summary

Section 4: Conclusion

A. Summary

B. Course Contributors

C. Resources

D. References

E. Congratulations!

Writer: Kimberly Cobb, MS

Mrs. Cobb is a Lead SME Writer/Trainer at Relias. Her primary writing responsibilities are in the content areas of public safety and behavioral health. Mrs. Cobb is also the onboarding trainer for new staff joining the Relias Content Department. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Correctional and Juvenile Justice Studies and a Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice. She has over 25 years of experience working in criminal and juvenile justice. Her work includes direct service, research, publication development, and training and technical assistance development and delivery.

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Correctional Officers; in the following settings: Adult Corrections, Juvenile Corrections.

Relias Learning will be transparent in disclosing if any commercial support, sponsorship or co-providership is present prior to the learner completing the course.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.