Juvenile Justice Counselor 2, On-Call (PCN 06N20002)

State of Alaska•Nome, AK

50d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify. Nome Juvenile Probation is recruiting to fill an On-Call, Non-Permanent Juvenile Justice Counselor 2 position. What You Will Be Doing: This position will work some day, evening, and night shifts as well as on weekends and holidays. Work will be on-call and sporadic. You will ensure the security of youth awaiting transport to the nearest juvenile detention facility while in the Nome Probation Office during assigned shifts. You will occasionally perform escorts from Nome to other Youth Facilities in the State as well as residential treatment centers in and out of the State of Alaska. Our Mission, Values and Culture: Through Restorative Justice, we 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. Our core values include: Prioritizing Safety - of our youth, staff, families, and communities. Enhancing Strengths - in our youth; in our staff; and in our system. Dedication - doing the right things for the right reasons and modeling relentless integrity and leadership. Respect - for the inherent value of each person's unique strengths and individual differences. Benefits of Joining Our Team: Joining our team will bring the opportunity to make a meaningful change in the lives of the youth and families we work with. We are dedicated to providing a strength-based and trauma-informed approach to our work and recognize the importance of being culturally relevant in our work with youth. We believe in enhancing the strengths of our staff by promoting training and professional development. The Working Environment You Can Expect: This position is at the Nome Probation Office, located at 113 W Front St., Suite 215, Nome Alaska. As a Staff member, you will cover shifts at various times of day, with flexibility for extra hours as needed. At times, work is off-site, such as escorts and air travel may be required at times. 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. Please Note: Juvenile Justice Counselor 2's are required to be on call and must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Occasional travel may be required.

Requirements

Must be 20 years of age or older.
A high school diploma or GED.
Six months of experience, paid or volunteer, teaching or coaching group activities for youth.
Six months of experience as a Juvenile Justice Counselor 1 with the State of Alaska.
Demonstrated achievement of department approved performance standards.
Six months of experience administering, advising on, performing, or supervising corrections, law enforcement, parole, probation, residential treatment casework, or social casework.
Prior to initial appointment, successful candidates for the Juvenile Justice Counselor series and Juvenile Justice Unit Supervisor positions are subject to background investigation, criminal record check, and medical examination to determine the essential duties of the position can be safely performed.
Juvenile Justice Counselor 2's are required to be on call and must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds.
A valid Alaska driver license is required at the time of appointment.

Nice To Haves

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).

Responsibilities

Ensure the security of youth awaiting transport to the nearest juvenile detention facility while in the Nome Probation Office during assigned shifts.
Occasionally perform escorts from Nome to other Youth Facilities in the State as well as residential treatment centers in and out of the State of Alaska.

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