DJS RESIDENT ADVISOR TRAINEE (Contractual) (Washington County Only)

State of Maryland; Hagerstown, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Juvenile Services in Maryland is hiring a 12-month contractual Resident Advisor Trainee at the Western Maryland Children's Center in Hagerstown. The role involves supervising youth, guiding daily life skills, and adapting to various shifts, including nights and weekends.

Minimum qualifications require a high school diploma or equivalent; no prior experience is needed. A mandatory training course and background checks are part of the probationary period.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug testing required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Entrance Level Correctional Training Course during probation.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and guidance to youth in a secure facility.
• Observe, interact with, and assist youth with everyday life skills.
• Maintain safety, discipline, and appropriate behavior among residents.
• Be flexible with shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Introduction

The Department of Juvenile Services is hiring full-time 12-month contractual positions to fill shifts.

Grade

ASTD11

Location Of Position

Washington County

Western Maryland Children's Center (WMCC)

18420 Roxbury Road, Hagerstown, MD 21740

Recruiter: Jenn Berger

Main Purpose Of Job

The DJS Resident Advisor Trainee position is the entry level of work responsible for providing supervision and guidance to the youth residing in a facility that is operated by the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services. The DJS Resident Advisor Trainee ensures supervision and guidance of the youth by observing, interacting and assisting them with everyday life skills and advising them of appropriate alternative behaviors. 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: None.

Note: 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.

Licences, Registrations and Certifications

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

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

In accordance with the Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209 of the Annotated Code of Maryland, 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 21 years of age
• A thorough background check, including fingerprinting and drug testing
• An oral interview, and
• Physical and psychological examinations.

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.

Benefits

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost of these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12-month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

Additional Information

Bilingual applicants are welcome to apply for all recruitments.

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

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