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CONTRACTUAL-Resident Advisor Trainee

Resident Advisor Trainee

Recruitment #14-999999-919

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GRADE

10

LOCATION OF POSITION

Lower Eastern Shore Children's Center, 405 Naylor Mill Road, Salisbury, MD

Main Purpose of Job

A DJS Resident Advisor Trainee is the entry level of work providing supervision and guidance to youths residing in a facility operated by the Department of Juvenile Services. The DJS Resident Advisor Trainee guides, directs, and organizes youth while maintaining safety and security, care, custody and program continuity in accordance with established DJS policies and facility procedures. The DJS Resident Advisor Trainee performs a limited range of duties with some independence at times and under close supervision at other times. Additionally, the purpose of this position is to provide direct care coverage over a continuum of shifts.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Education:  Graduation from an accredited high school or G.E.D. certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Correctional Training Commission regulation.

Experience:  None

The above educational requirement is set by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Correctional Services Article Section 8-209.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1.  Employees in this classification must complete and successfully pass the Entrance Level Correctional Training Course for DJS support staff required for the Maryland Correctional Training Commission certificate during the probationary period.

2. 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.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1.  In accordance with the Correctional Services Article of the Maryland Annotated Code, Section 8-209, the Maryland Correctional Training Commission shall establish the minimum qualifications for probationary or permanent appointment of a Department of Juvenile Services employee in a mandated position. These requirements are listed in detail in the Code of Maryland Regulations 12.10.01.04, general regulations of the Maryland Correctional Training Commission, and include:

 U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status

Must be at least 21years of age

 A thorough background check, including fingerprinting and drug testing

An oral interview

Physical and psychological examinations

 

2.  Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09.03, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS

The incumbent in this position is a member of a covered bargaining unit and will be required to pay a bi-weekly service fee to the exclusive representative of the bargaining unit.

 

BENEFITS

This is a contractual position with no benefits.

 

 

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

We strongly suggest using the online application process.  However, if online access is not available, you may mail or fax a paper application to the address/fax number below.  If you choose fax or regular mail, you must include on each page of the attachment your first and last name, recruitment number that is located at the top of this bulletin and the last 4 digits of your social security number.  The paper application must be received by 5 pm: close of business on the closing date for this recruitment, no postmark will be accepted.  Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.

Maryland Department of Juvenile Services

301-C Commerce Street

Snow Hill, MD 21863

Attn: Tabitha Andrews

Fax: 410-632-1527

 

 As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

 

The Department of Juvenile Services values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country.  Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.

 

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