Youth Development Counselor Supervisor - South Mountain Secure Treatment Unit, F

Reference #: 4570546

THE POSITION

If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity that involves mentoring and guiding individuals in a safe, supportive, and structured environment where they can thrive and grow, this is the position for you! The Department of Human Services, Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services (BJJS), South Mountain Secure Treatment Unit is seeking a forward-thinking, enthusiastic, compassionate, and caring supervisor who is committed to providing exceptional care to our residents. In this position, you will be responsible for planning, developing, directing, coordinating, and administering an integrated rehabilitative services program for court committed, adjudicated delinquent residents in the youth development center and youth forestry camp system. Apply today and take the first step towards a gratifying career!Watch thisvideoto see how you can make a difference!DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Youth Development Counselor Supervisor, you will actively oversee professional and nonprofessional employees who provide rehabilitative treatment, education, recreation, and social development programs in accordance with agency policies. In this role, you will ensure the safety and security of staff and residents by maintaining order and discipline through employing the least restrictive intervention techniques. An ideal candidate for the position would be a positive role model for staff and the residents by providing guidance for social and emotional growth and displaying pro-social values and ideals. This position requires a willingness to work with a diverse population of court-adjudicated youth in Pennsylvania, along with a sincere desire to help them change behaviors that will lead them to becoming productive citizens.Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment

Hours of work are varying shifts in a 24/7/365 operation including holidays and weekends. 8-hour shifts normally consist of 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM (evening).

Work schedule incudes (1) evening shift per week and (1) weekend per month.

Travel and overtime as needed.

May change based on operational needs.

You must be willing to accept employment at South Mountain Secure Treatment Unit, Franklin County.

FREE PARKING!

Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $70,666.00 (before taxes).

You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

One year of experience as a Youth Development Counselor; or

One year of professional counseling experience with delinquent, pre- delinquent, or socially maladjusted youth in an organized program, and a bachelor's degree in the behavioral sciences, special education, juvenile delinquency or criminal justice; or

An equivalent combination of experience and training which included one year of professional counseling experience in the care, custody, supervision, activities, leadership or personal guidance of delinquent, pre- delinquent or socially maladjusted youth in an organized program.Other Requirements:

PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.

You must be able to perform essential job functions.Legal Requirements:

A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.

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.How to Apply:

esumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.Veterans:Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.EXAMINATION INFORMATIONCompleting the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

You must provide complete and accurate information or:

your score may be lower than deserved.

you may be disqualified.

You may only apply/test once for this posting.

Your results will be provided via email.The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.