Juvenile Justice Trainee: Grow Into a Specialist (6-Month)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Duncannon (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is hiring a Juvenile Justice Specialist Trainee at Loysville Youth Development Center. You will participate in a six-month classroom and hands-on training to build skills in youth engagement and safety under close supervision.

Successful completion leads to promotion to a Juvenile Justice Specialist with a salary increase to $27.15 per hour. Expect full-time, rotating shifts in a 24/7 operation with benefits and advancement opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Training Participation: Attend formal classroom sessions and complete assigned learning activities
• Skill Development: Apply new techniques in communication, supervision, and youth engagement
• Safety Practices: Follow procedures for security, crisis response, and safe facility operations
• Professional Conduct: Demonstrate ethical behavior and positive interactions with youth and staff
• Guided Experience: Work under supervision while receiving feedback to improve performance

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is hiring a Juvenile Justice Specialist Trainee at Loysville Youth Development Center. You will participate in a six-month classroom and hands-on training to build skills in youth engagement and safety under close supervision.

Successful completion leads to promotion to a Juvenile Justice Specialist with a salary increase to $27.15 per hour. Expect full-time, rotating shifts in a 24/7 operation with benefits and advancement opportunities.