DJS RESIDENT ADVISOR SUPERVISOR (**Internal Only**)

Maryland AG; Northern, Hagerstown (KY, MD); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland Department of Juvenile Services is hiring a Resident Advisor Supervisor at the Western Maryland Children's Center in Hagerstown. The role supervises youth in a secure residential setting, guides daily life skills, and oversees Resident Advisors to ensure safe, structured programming.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of youth supervision experience; preferred is prior supervision of staff in a residential program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of experience supervising youth in juvenile settings.
• Supervisory experience with staff in a residential program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide youth in a secure residential facility.
• Coordinate residential programming and supervise lower-level Resident Advisors.
• Observe, assist with life skills, and promote appropriate behavior during daily activities.

Skills

Youth supervision

Team supervision

Program coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Introduction

GRADE

15

LOCATION OF POSITION

Western Maryland Children's Center, 18420 Roxbury Rd, Hagerstown, MD 21740 (Washington)

Main Purpose of Job

Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS! The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives, creating safer communities, and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the role of DJS Resident Advisor Supervisor.� So come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS! A DJS Resident Advisor Supervisor is the supervisory level of work providing supervision and guidance to youth residing in a facility operated by the Department of Juvenile Services by observing, interacting and assisting them with everyday life skills and advising them of appropriate alternative behaviors. Employees in this classification coordinate residential programming services. Employees in this classification supervise lower-level DJS Resident Advisors.

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, Annotated Code of Maryland.
• 2. Candidates may substitute successful completion of twelve hours of supervisory related training approved by DJS Human Resources for six months of the required experience.
• 3. Candidates may substitute education in criminal justice or the social or behavioral sciences at an accredited college or university 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

At least one year of experience planning and supervising the performance of work of employees in a secure residential setting.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

This recruitment is limited to current employees of the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services only.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

• 1.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.
• 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. Employees in this classification that are employed at DJS Youth Centers may be required to complete a Board approved medication technician training program and possess a valid Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON) certification as a Medication Technician.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1.

• 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, 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.

Employees in this classification that are employed at DJS Youth Centers 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.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

DJS is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace. Specifically, we value diverse experiences regarding the educational background and justice system contact.

DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.

Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome to apply for all recruitments.

Candidates with lived experience relating to the criminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to apply.

We welcome experienced professionals transitioning from federal service to explore rewarding career opportunities.