Juvenile Justice Specialist - Loysville Youth Development Center - Perry

Overview

THE POSITION:
Are you looking for an opportunity to be part of a team that guides court-adjudicated youth toward responsible behavior and empowers them to make positive contributions to their communities? The Department of Human Services, Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services, Loysville Youth Development Center, seeks 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 collaboration with a diverse population and a strong desire to positively impact the lives of young people. Apply today and embark on a fulfilling and rewarding career!

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As a Juvenile Justice Specialist, you will actively engage with a diverse population of court-adjudicated youth to make a difference in their lives; provide guidance, instruction, treatment, and specialized services in a secure or restricted setting; provide for the physical care, custody, and supervision of the youths' daily activities that include recreation, housekeeping, personal hygiene, work assignments, and program requirements; assist professional staff in implementing treatment plans and reporting youths' progress in attaining goals;

and provide guidance in social and emotional growth by role modeling values and ideals that elicit a genuine desire in court-adjudicated youth to change behaviors.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week.
• The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, and opportunities for career advancement.
• Work hours:
  
  Shift work in a 24/7/365 operation, holidays and weekends, 8-hour shifts typically including:
• 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
• 5-day workweek with 2 set regular days
• Overtime as needed (may be voluntary and possibly mandatory)
• Travel as needed
• Shift Work:
  Yes
• May change based on operational needs
• Multiple positions may be filled from this posting
• Must be willing to accept employment at Loysville Youth Development Center and commute to this location in Perry County
• Free parking
• Telework:
  Not available for this position
• Salary:
  Selected candidates new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania begin at starting annual salary of $56,646.00
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email; check your email (including spam/junk folders) for notices

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements

• Successful completion of the Juvenile Justice Specialist Trainee program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); 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 associate’s 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 educational requirements once 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 requirement is currently waived for 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…