Juvenile Justice Specialist - North Central Secure Treatment Unit, Montour County

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Montour County, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Human Services North Central Secure Treatment Unit is seeking a Juvenile Justice Specialist to help guide individuals toward healthier choices. This role allows you to contribute to a supportive setting where safety and encouragement are top priorities. Each day brings a new opportunity to build trust and inspire positive change. This position is ideal for someone who wants to lift up others through steady leadership. This position plays a key role in supporting residents and maintaining a secure living environment. It involves active supervision, guidance, and communication to promote safety and personal growth.

Requirements

• Minimum of 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
• 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
• 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.
• Must be at least 21 years old at the time of application.
• 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

• Observe residents closely to maintain safety and prevent harmful actions
• Search residents and facility areas to identify and remove prohibited items
• Support residents in hygiene, work tasks, recreation, and treatment activities
• Model positive behavior and offer strategies that promote responsible choices
• Share updates on residents and the facility through written and verbal reports
• Act quickly in crisis situations to maintain order and reduce risks

Benefits

• Free Parking!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree