DJS RESIDENT ADVISOR SUPERVISOR
Recruitment #17-002609-0008
Department | DJS Western Region - State Operated Facilities |
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Date Opened | 10/10/2017 07:04:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 10/24/2017 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $47,807.00 - $65,827.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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HR Analyst | Mekia Gaskins |
Work Location |
Allegany
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Introduction
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Green Ridge Youth Center
10700 Fifteen Mile Creek Road
Flintstone, Maryland 21530
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
The duties of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
Coordinates, in conjunction with the educational staff, recreation staff and Case Management Specialist, all student programs and activities. This is accomplished through the provision of a daily unit schedule and regularly scheduled meetings with support staff.
Evaluates the job performance of all staff assigned to the unit. This is accomplished by maintaining accurate attendance and other records on the job performance of all assigned staff, and through the daily observation of staff in the performance of their duties.
Trains and/or directs the training of all new staff members assigned to the unit, and conducts and attends in-service workshops to maintain a high level of proficiency, professionalism and knowledge for staff in the Juvenile Services field. This is accomplished by both scheduling and attending workshops and other training opportunities that promote job skills that will keep the staff abreast on the current trends in the field of Juvenile Services.
Requisitions all supplies, materials, equipment and clothing needed to insure the efficient and effective operation of the unit. This is accomplished by maintaining accurate inventory records on the use of all items needed to maintain the health and sanitary conditions of the unit and youth.
Reviews, corrects, comments and offers guidance to staff on the preparation and submission of reports. This is accomplished by conducting meetings and one-on-one sessions with staff on report writing techniques, including contend and grammatical presentation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Two years of experience providing supervision and guidance to youth in a juvenile facility or juvenile services community program for at-risk youth.
Notes: 1. The above educational requirement is set by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission in accordance with the Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209.
2. Successful completion of twelve hours of supervisory related training approved by DJS Human Resources may be substituted for for six months of the required experience.
3. Education in criminal justice or the social or behavioral sciences at an accredited college or university may be substituted at a rate of 15 credit hours for each six months of the required experience for up to one year of experience.
4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Social Services Aid and Assistant classifications or Social Services Aid and Assistant specialty codes in the Social Science, Psychology and Welfare field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
1. Candidates must be fully certified by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission prior to appointment as a DJS Resident Advisor II and are required to maintain certification while employed.
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.
3. If employed at a DJS Youth Center, employees in this classification must have completed a Board approved medication technician training program and possess a valid Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON) certification as a medication technician.
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, and
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, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
3. If employed at a DJS Youth Center, the employee must possess a Maryland Board of Nursing Medication Technician certificate in accordance with Nurse Practice Act, Annotated Code of Maryland, Health Occupation Article, Title 8, COMAR Title 10, Subtitle 39, Chapter 04 - Medication Technicians.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date.
Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application.
The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you do not have internet access to submit your application online, you may mail a paper application to the following address:
Maryland Department of Juvenile Services
Office of Human Resources
120 W. Fayette Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
ATTN: Mekia Gaskins
If you mail your application, it MUST be received by the closing date and time. You must include on each page the following information:
*First and Last Name
*Recruitment Number-located at the top of the bulletin
*last 4 digits of your SSN
Incorrect applications will not be accepted. Please do not email unsolicited documentation. The resulting Certified Eligible List for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about this online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. Should additional information regarding this recruitment be required, please, contact DJS Office of Human Resources at djs.ohr@maryland.gov. Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is located at the top of the bulletin.
Veterans - Thank you for your service to our country. DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments. If you are seeking veteran's preference, please submit a copy of your DD-214 with your application. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
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