DJS RESIDENT ADVISOR TRAINEE
Recruitment #24-002599-0005
Department | DJS Lower Eastern Shore Children's Ctr |
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Date Opened | 6/13/2024 4:59:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | Open/Continuous |
Salary | $52,558 - $71,108 per year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Tabitha Andrews |
Work Location |
Wicomico
|
Introduction
DEPARTMENT OF JUVENILE SERVICES
Mission Statement
To transform young people’s lives,
create safer communities, and forge more equitable systems through
community-based partnerships that hold youth accountable while building on
their strengths and support systems.
Vision Statement
Providing
pathways to success for youth and families through partnerships
across
Maryland.
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
Learns to
escort groups of youth to and from daily activities at the facility and to
supervise their conduct during movement and daily activities;
Learns to
observe individual and group behaviors and to determine when intervention or
guidance is needed by the youth under his/her care;
Learns to
intervene in situations involving agitated or overwrought youth to prevent
fights and to de-escalate potentially harmful behaviors;
Learns to
suggest alternative ways of reacting to problems, and may be required to
physically restrain youth;
Learns to
promote an environment conducive to learning helpful alternative behaviors by
encouraging communication among youth and staff, guiding and critiquing group
discussions, offering advice at appropriate junctures and serving as a mentor
and role model for resident youth;
Learns to
monitor the behavior of youth and assist them in complying with daily and
weekly schedules of attending classes, completing school assignments, sleeping,
eating and performing personal hygiene tasks;
Learns to
record behavior observations, prepare progress and incident reports on assigned
youth for review by supervisors, and recommend behavioral sanctions;
Learns to
inspect residence areas for safety, security and cleanliness;
Learns to
assess inappropriate behaviors and recommend behavioral sanctions to
supervisors;
Attends
in-service training on topics, such as crisis prevention, suicide prevention,
emergency medical treatments, and behavioral modification models to maintain
knowledge of childcare needs, counseling methods and trends in the juvenile
justice field and to obtain and maintain certification;
Learns to
assess emergency and crisis situations, make appropriate contacts and
referrals, and provide interim emergency medical and other assistance until
specialized assistance is available;
May be
assigned to a post at night;
May accompany youth to community service activities outside the facility.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: None.
Note: The above educational requirement is set by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission in accordance with the Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209, Annotated Code of Maryland.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Employment experience within the
last 18 months
Associate’s Degree in a related
field (I.e., Criminal Justice, Social or Behavioral Sciences)
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
2. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status
Must be at least 21years of age
A thorough background check, including fingerprinting and drug testing
An oral interview, and
Physical and psychological examinations.
2. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09.03, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment will be a rating of
your application based on your education, training and experience as they
relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential
that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.
Please report all related experience and education. Applicants who meet
the Minimum Qualifications will be placed on the eligible list categorized as
QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED OR BEST QUALIFIED. Candidates shall be certified to
the eligible list for a period of one year. This list will be used
by the DJS hiring agency to select employees.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Using the online application process is strongly urged.
However, if you are unable to apply on line you may mail a paper application to
the address below or fax a paper application to the fax number below. If
you choose to fax or use regular mail, you must include on each page of the
attachment your First and Last Name, the Recruitment Number that is located at
the top of the bulletin and the last 4 digits of your SS#. The paper
application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date
for this recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted. Incorrect application
forms will not be accepted:
Maryland Department of Juvenile Services
203 River Street
Snow Hill, MD 21863
Attn: Tabitha Andrews
Fax number 410-632-1527
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
The resulting Certified Eligible List for this recruitment may
be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
Should additional information regarding this recruitment be
required or if you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please
contact DJS Office of Human Resources at djs.careers@maryland.gov
Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is located at the top of the
bulletin
Bilingual applicants are welcome to apply for all recruitments.
DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our
country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.
As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to
recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s
diversity.
Click on a link below to apply for this position:
Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. | Apply Online |
View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. | This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here. |
Apply via Paper Application. | You may also download and complete the Paper Application here. |