DJS RESIDENTIAL GROUP LIFE MANAGER I

State of Maryland•Baltimore, MD

49d

About The Position

Residential Group Life Manager I provides supervision and guidance to youths residing in a facility, operated by the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services. Residential Group Life Manager I functions as the supervisor for a shift of direct care workers for the entire facility. Ensures safety and security of facility. Oversees 24 hour facility schedule is being followed. Responsible for addressing concerns and reporting of incidents. Ensures services are being provided within guidelines of the Department policies and facility procedures. This position has full responsibility for the group life program during specified shifts, to include planning and scheduling work assignments of other employees working directly with youth. This includes first-line supervisors. This position is responsible for standards of performance and continuity of training of assigned personnel and with their adherence to facility and departmental policies. The position is assigned a regular shift but may be required to work other shifts, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays as required by staffing needs. The incumbent may be subject to call-in based on staffing needs. Mission statement: To transform young people's lives, create safer communities, and forge more equitable systems through community-based partnerships that hold youth accountable while building on their strengths and support systems. Vision Statement: Providing pathways to success for youth and families through partnerships across Maryland

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of high school equivalency certificate.
Four years of experience providing supervision and guidance to youth in a juvenile facility or juvenile services community program for at-risk youth.
Candidates who have not already done so must complete and successfully pass the Entrance Level Correctional Training Course for DJS staff required for the Maryland Correctional Training Commission certificate within 365 days of initial appointment or placement in this classification according to Code of Maryland Regulations 12.10.01.03. Employees are required to maintain certification while employed.
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status
Must be at least 21 years of age
A thorough background check, including fingerprinting and drug testing
An oral interview
Physical and psychological examinations.
Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

Nice To Haves

three years' experience supervising employees in the performance of work in a secure juvenile setting.

Responsibilities

Provides supervision and guidance to youths residing in a facility
Functions as the supervisor for a shift of direct care workers for the entire facility
Ensures safety and security of facility
Oversees 24 hour facility schedule is being followed
Responsible for addressing concerns and reporting of incidents
Ensures services are being provided within guidelines of the Department policies and facility procedures
Planning and scheduling work assignments of other employees working directly with youth
Responsible for standards of performance and continuity of training of assigned personnel and with their adherence to facility and departmental policies