Juvenile Justice Trainee: Grow into a Specialist

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Human Services, Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services, invites applicants to join the North Central Secure Treatment Unit as a Juvenile Justice Specialist Trainee.

This six-month training program builds core skills, supervision, and support for adjudicated youth, with supervision from experienced staff and a clear path to promotion as a Juvenile Justice Specialist.

Qualifications

• You must be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities

• Training Participation: Attend formal classroom sessions and complete assigned learning activities
• Youth Support: Assist adjudicated youth in hygiene, meals, recreation, work tasks, and structured programs
• Safety Practices: Follow procedures for security, crisis response, and safe facility operations
• Team Engagement: Participate in meetings and contribute to group planning and discussions
• Record Keeping: Complete logs, forms, and reports to document daily observations and progress
• Crisis Response: Act prudently in crisis situations and apply trained techniques to maintain order

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Human Services, Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services, invites applicants to join the North Central Secure Treatment Unit as a Juvenile Justice Specialist Trainee.

This six-month training program builds core skills, supervision, and support for adjudicated youth, with supervision from experienced staff and a clear path to promotion as a Juvenile Justice Specialist.