Juvenile Justice Counselor 3 (PCN 063625)

State of Alaska•Fairbanks, AK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is open to Alaska Residents only. The Division of Juvenile Justice is recruiting to fill a Juvenile Justice Counselor 3 position in Fairbanks at the Fairbanks Youth Facility Detention Unit. The Juvenile Justice Counselor 3 leads Juvenile Justice Counselor 1/2’s in carrying out the Unit operations and supervising/caring for juveniles who are on Secure Detention unit. They perform as shift lead and are charged with ensuring that practices are consistent with Alaska Statutes, Alaska Administrative Code, Division of Juvenile Justice, and facility policies and procedures. They make sure that Performance-based Standards are implemented on the Unit and within the context of the Division's restorative justice philosophy, ensuring the proper care and safety of residents, staff, and the community. 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 pride 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.

Requirements

One year of experience performing the full range of treatment and security functions in a juvenile justice facility. The required experience is met by service as a Juvenile Justice Counselor 2 with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent elsewhere.
OR One year of experience administering, advising on, performing, or supervising adult or juvenile corrections, law enforcement, parole, probation, residential treatment casework, or social casework.
OR One year of experience performing the full range of duties associated with the custody, security, and reformation of prisoners in an adult correctional institution. The required experience is met by service as a Correctional Officer 2 with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent elsewhere.
Successful candidates are subject to a background investigation, criminal record check, and medical examination.
A valid driver’s license is required at the time of appointment.
Must submit copies of transcripts if using education to meet MQs.
Must submit three (3) names & phone numbers of professional references.
Must submit two (2) performance evaluations from previous employers, if available.
Must pass a comprehensive background investigation, which includes a state and FBI fingerprint-based background check.
Must have legal right to accept employment in the United States.

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

Leads Juvenile Justice Counselor 1/2’s in carrying out the Unit operations and supervising/caring for juveniles who are on Secure Detention unit.
Performs as shift lead and is charged with ensuring that practices are consistent with Alaska Statutes, Alaska Administrative Code, Division of Juvenile Justice, and facility policies and procedures.
Ensures that Performance-based Standards are implemented on the Unit and within the context of the Division's restorative justice philosophy, ensuring the proper care and safety of residents, staff, and the community.
Works with the youth on their individual needs and maintaining the security and safety of residents, visitors, staff, and facility buildings.