Juvenile Justice Specialist Supervisor, DHS - Loysville Youth Development Center

THE POSITION

Are you ready to elevate your leadership career by making a profound impact on the lives of at-risk youth? Joining the Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services team at the Loysville Youth Development Center offers an opportunity to serve as a mentor and protector within the justice system. This role is designed for dedicated professionals who possess a balance of empathy and authority, providing a stable foundation for rehabilitation and personal growth. By fostering a safe environment and guiding a committed team, you will play an essential part in shaping a brighter future for the community-apply today!

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Juvenile Justice Specialist Supervisor, you will provide active supervision and leadership to a team dedicated to the guidance and treatment of court-adjudicated youth within a secure setting. Your primary responsibilities will include assigning staff tasks, ensuring the timely completion of reports, and participating directly in the daily physical care and custody of residents. You will oversee various activities, ranging from personal hygiene and housekeeping to recreation and program requirements, ensuring a structured environment. In collaboration with professional staff, you will assist in implementing specialized treatment plans and documenting the progress of youth toward their behavioral goals. A significant portion of this role involves communicating with residents to provide insight into their thought processes and fostering responsible attitudes. To maintain safety, you will be responsible for intervening in disruptive or high-risk situations, utilizing verbal de-escalation and approved physical restraint techniques to prevent escapes and manage aggressive behavior, thereby ensuring a secure and therapeutic environment.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• This position requires shift work, including weekends and holidays. The 8-hour shifts normally consist of 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM, with no duty-free lunch. You will have a 5-day work week with 2 regular days off. Your schedule may change based on operational needs.
• Overtime: As operationally necessary, voluntary and possible 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 $61,862.00 (before taxes).
• FREE parking!
• 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:

• One year of experience as a Juvenile Justice Specialist (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Three 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
• One year 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; and 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.

Special Requirement:

• You must be at least 21 years old at the time of application.
  

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived<