Juvenile Justice Counselor ; PCN

What You Will Be Doing

The Girls Detention Unit provides supervision and services to adolescent females who are awaiting court appearances. As a Juvenile Justice Counselor you will be part of a team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of Alaskan youth. You will influence, inspire, and transform the lives of juvenile offenders and their families through therapeutic programs that incorporate a restorative justice approach.

You will deliver skills and knowledge in life skills, anger management, drug and alcohol education, and other areas to help the youth navigate their future.

The Division of Juvenile Justice’s mission is to hold juvenile offenders accountable, promote the safety and restoration of victims and communities, and assist offenders and their families in developing skills to prevent crime. In this role, you will support this mission by working with the youth on their individual needs while maintaining the security and safety of residents, visitors, staff, and facility buildings.

You will be part of a team that takes pride in creating a positive environment for both team members and juveniles.

• Prioritizing Safety – of our youth, staff, families, and communities
• Responsiveness – making timely responses to youth, families, victims, staff, and justice partners
• Professional Relationships – building respectful, collaborative relationships and a spirit of inclusiveness
• Dedication – doing the right things for the right reasons, modeling integrity and leadership
• Respect – valuing each person's unique strengths and individual differences

You will be given a variety of training and professional development opportunities. The Division of Juvenile Justice fosters a culture of integrity, trust, and respect, and we take pride in the positive impact we make on the lives of youth in Alaska.

This position is located in the McLaughlin Youth Center at 2600 Providence Drive, Anchorage. As a member of the Girls Detention Unit, you will work inside a 24‑hour secure facility and may be required to work shifts, holidays, weekends, and occasional overtime.

• Conscientiousness – displays a high level of effort and commitment, demonstrates responsible behavior
• Integrity/Honesty – maintains high ethical standards, is trustworthy, and understands the impact of violating them
• Interpersonal Skills – shows empathy, courtesy, and patience; maintains effective relationships with all and is sensitive to cultural diversity
• Stress Tolerance – remains calm and effective in high‑stress or emergency situations

All applicants must be Alaska residents. The position may be filled at either Level 1 or Level 2, depending on qualifications and experience.

• A high school diploma or GED
• Must be 20 years of age or older

• A high school diploma or GED
• Six months of paid or volunteer experience teaching or coaching group activities for youth
• Must be 20 years of age or older, or six months of experience as a Juvenile Justice Counselor 1 with the State of Alaska (or equivalent elsewhere)
• Demonstrated achievement of department‑approved performance standards
• Alternatively, six months of experience in adult or juvenile corrections, law enforcement, parole, probation, residential treatment casework, or social casework
• Completed coursework from an accredited college may substitute for required experience (3 semester or 4 quarter hours of post‑secondary education are equal to one month of work experience)
• Military experience may substitute on a month‑for‑month basis

All successful candidates must pass a comprehensive background investigation, including state and FBI fingerprint‑based checks.

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats may contact the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at P. O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811‑0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.