Juvenile Justice Specialist - Loysville Youth Development Center - Perry County
Juvenile Justice Specialist - Loysville Youth Development Center - Perry County
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Job Description
THE POSITION
Are you looking for an opportunity to become part of a team that is committed to guiding court-adjudicated youth towards responsible behavior and empowering them to make positive contributions to their communities The Department of Human ServicesBureau of Juvenile Justice Services Loysville Youth Development Center is seeking individuals who can develop effective relationships with court-adjudicated youth to help address personal problems and provide positive reinforcement to instill proper attitudes and responsible behaviors. This position requires a willingness to collaborate with a diverse population and a strong desire to make a positive impact on the lives of young people. Apply today and embark on the first step towards a fulfilling and rewarding career!
Watch thisvideoto see how you can make a difference!DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Juvenile Justice Specialist you will be tasked with delivering nonprofessional care custody supervision and training to court-committed adjudicated delinquent residents within a secure or restricted setting. You will be responsible for ensuring a safe clean and comfortable environment is in compliance with the Department of Human Services Office of Children Youth and Families Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services and other relevant agency policies. Work involves maintaining security through constant vigilance and direct supervision of residents to ensure a safe living environment including preventing self-harm or harm to others. You will be upholding order and discipline by actively supervising residents; responding to emergencies; and using the least restrictive intervention techniques to prevent escapes manage inappropriate behavior and maintain a secure setting. Additionally you will provide instruction and guidance to residents to help them develop acceptable behavior and skills in daily activities including housekeeping work training programs and study habits. You will also have the opportunity to support their social and emotional growth by modeling pro-social values and behaviors encouraging a genuine desire for positive change.
Interested in learning more Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment 40 hours per week
- Work hours are 8 hour shifts with no duty-free lunch. You will be scheduled 5 days per week with 2 set regular days off. Your schedule may change based on operational needs.
- 1st shift: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM 2nd shift: 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM 3rd shift: 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM
- Overtime as needed may be voluntary and possibly mandatory
- Travel as needed
- Telework:You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $55394.00 (before taxes).
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email including spam/junk folders for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Successful completion of the Juvenile Justice Specialist Trainee program (commonwealth title); or
- Two years of experience in the care custody activities or personal guidance of adolescents or adults in a human services or social services program law enforcement or correctional program or an educational community or military organization; or
- An associates degree in social sciences counseling restorative justice juvenile justice child development behavioral sciences human services criminal justice education or a closely related field; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
- Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
Special Requirements:
- You must be at least 21 years old at the time of application.
Other Requirements:
- Must be willing to accept employment at Loysville Youth Development Center and commute to this location in Loysville Perry County.
- PA residency requirementis currently waivedfor this title.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
- A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and drug screening.
- This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
- Under the Law a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including but not limited to PA State Police clearance PA Child Abuse history clearance and FBI Fingerprint clearance.
How to Apply:
- Resumes cover letters and similar documents will notbe reviewed and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans go to and click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit develop and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race color religious creed ancestry union membership age gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin AIDS or HIV status disability or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application including all supplemental questions serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
