Juvenile Justice Counselor 1/2 (PCN 064837)

State of Alaska•Palmer, AK

47d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify. This position will be filled at either the 1 or 2 level depending on the applicant's qualifications and job experience. It is recommended that you apply for all levels if you are qualified. The Division of Juvenile Justice is recruiting to fill a Juvenile Justice Counselor 1/2 position in Palmer at the Mat-Su Youth Facility, Detention Unit. What You Will Be Doing: This position provides supervision and services to adolescents in a detention setting who are typically awaiting court appearances where future placement and services are determined. Some of our residents have mild to severe mental health issues in addition to their justice system challenges. As a Juvenile Justice Counselor, you will be part of a team that is 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 to community protection, and drives the youth's accountability and development. The meaningful relationships you build with the youth will allow you to contribute to delivering skills and knowledge in navigating life skills, anger management, drug and alcohol education, and more. Our Organization, Mission, and Culture: The Division of Juvenile Justice's mission is to hold juvenile offenders accountable for their behavior; promote the safety and restoration of victims and communities; and assist offenders and their families in developing the skills to prevent crime. As a Juvenile Justice Counselor, you will support this mission by working with the youth on their individual needs and maintaining the security and safety of residents, visitors, staff, and facility buildings. You will be part of a team that takes prides in creating a positive environment for both team members and juveniles. In this role, each day you will be contributing to building a stronger community by supporting our youth, guiding them to be successful and happy. The Working Environment You Can Expect: This position is located in the Mat-Su Youth Facility at, 581 Outer Springer Loop, Palmer. As a member of the Detention Unit, you will work inside a 24-hour secure facility, where shiftwork, holidays, weekends, and occasional overtime are required. Who We Are Looking For: In addition to the Minimum Qualifications below, we are looking for a candidate with the following competencies: Conscientiousness: Displays a high level of effort and commitment towards performing work; demonstrates responsible behavior. Integrity/Honesty: Contributes to maintaining the integrity of the organization; displays high standards of ethical conduct and understands the impact of violating these standards on an organization, self, and others; is trustworthy. Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences. Stress Tolerance: Deals calmly and effectively with high stress situations (for example, tight deadlines, hostile individuals, emergency situations, dangerous situations). If this sounds like your skill set, or one you would like to develop, please apply through Workplace Alaska.

Requirements

Must be 20 years of age or older.
A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment.
The successful candidate must pass a comprehensive background investigation, which includes a state and FBI fingerprint-based background check.
A high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

This position provides supervision and services to adolescents in a detention setting who are typically awaiting court appearances where future placement and services are determined.
You will influence, inspire, and transform the lives of juvenile offenders and their families through therapeutic programs that incorporate a restorative justice approach to community protection, and drives the youth's accountability and development.
You will contribute to delivering skills and knowledge in navigating life skills, anger management, drug and alcohol education, and more.
You will support this mission by working with the youth on their individual needs and maintaining the security and safety of residents, visitors, staff, and facility buildings.
Maintaining the security and safety of residents, visitors, staff, and facility buildings.

Benefits

Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)
Group-based insurance premiums for
Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
Long-term and short-term disability
Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
Supplemental Survivor Benefits
Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
Twelve (12) paid holidays a year