DJS RESIDENT ADVISOR TRAINEE (Contractual) Washington County Only

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance subsidy

Dental coverage

Paid leave accrual

Job summary

State of Maryland is seeking a DJS Resident Advisor Trainee in Western Maryland to supervise and guide youth in a secure facility. The entry-level role requires flexibility to work regular shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays, and may involve call-ins based on staffing needs.

The position is full-time, 12-month contractual, located at Western Maryland Children’s Center in Hagerstown. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and complete required training during

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and guidance to the youth residing in the facility.
• Observe, interact and assist youth with everyday life skills and appropriate behaviors.
• Be available for regular shifts and may work evenings, nights, weekends and holidays as required.

Education

High school diploma or GED

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.

LICENSES, 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.

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.

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.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Using The Online Application Process Is Strongly Urged. However, If You Are Unable To Apply Online, You May Mail a Paper Application To The Address Below Or Fax a Paper Application To The Fax Number Below. If You Choose To Fax Or Use Regular Mail, You Must Include On Each Page Of The Attachment Your First And Last Name, The Recruitment Number That Is Located At The Top Of The Bulletin, And The Last 4 Digits Of Your SS#. The Paper Application Must Be Received By 5 Pm, Close Of Business, On The Closing Date For This Recruitment; No Postmarks Will Be Accepted. Incorrect Application Forms Will Not Be Accepted

Maryland Department of Juvenile Services

217 E. Redwood St.
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
Attn: Joseph Curtis
Fax number 410-333-4188
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

The resulting Certified Eligible List for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

Should additional information regarding this recruitment be required or if you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact DJS Office of Human Resources at [e-mail] Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is located at the top of the bulletin

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