Juvenile Justice Specialist - Loysville Youth Development Center - Perry County

State of Pennsylvania • Loysville, PA

52d • $56,646 • Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking for an opportunity to become part of a team that is committed to guiding court-adjudicated youth towards responsible behavior and empowering them to make positive contributions to their communities? The Department of Human Services, Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services, Loysville Youth Development Center, is seeking individuals who can develop effective relationships with court-adjudicated youth to help address personal problems and provide positive reinforcement to instill proper attitudes and responsible behaviors. This position requires a willingness to collaborate with a diverse population and a strong desire to make a positive impact on the lives of young people. Apply today and embark on the first step towards a fulfilling and rewarding career! As a Juvenile Justice Specialist, you will actively engage with a diverse population of court-adjudicated youth to make a difference in their lives; provide guidance, instruction, treatment, and specialized services in a secure or restricted setting; provide for the physical care, custody, and supervision of the youths' daily activities that include recreation, housekeeping, personal hygiene, work assignments, and program requirements; assist professional staff in implementing treatment plans and reporting youths' progress in attaining goals; and provide guidance in social and emotional growth by role modeling values and ideals that elicit a genuine desire in court-adjudicated youth to change behaviors. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Requirements

• Successful completion of the Juvenile Justice Specialist Trainee program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two 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
• 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.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
• You must be at least 21 years old at the time of application.
• Must be willing to accept employment at Loysville Youth Development Center and commute to this location in Loysville, Perry County.
• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and drug screening.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
• Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage with a diverse population of court-adjudicated youth to make a difference in their lives
• Provide guidance, instruction, treatment, and specialized services in a secure or restricted setting
• Provide for the physical care, custody, and supervision of the youths' daily activities that include recreation, housekeeping, personal hygiene, work assignments, and program requirements
• Assist professional staff in implementing treatment plans and reporting youths' progress in attaining goals
• Provide guidance in social and emotional growth by role modeling values and ideals that elicit a genuine desire in court-adjudicated youth to change behaviors.

Benefits

• The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.
• FREE PARKING
• Health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.
• Competitive wages
• Multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
• Paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.
• Opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
• Special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees