Youth Worker I

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Monticello (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Evening shift premium

Night shift premium

Weekend premium

Holiday premium

Job summary

The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking a Youth Worker I in Monticello, KY. Base pay is $37,778.40 annually, with shift premiums of $2.13/hour (3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.) and $1.13/hour (11:01 p.m.

– 6:59 a.m.), plus weekend and holiday premiums. This is a full-time position at Pay Grade 10, 40.0 hours per week. This essential role requires candidate to complete the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy within six months; a valid driver’s license is required; overtime is

Qualifications

• High school graduate required.
• No prior experience required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must complete the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy within six months.
• Must maintain required licensure or credentials for the length of employment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain custody and supervision of DJJ juveniles in a custodial security setting.
• Escort juveniles between institutional areas.
• Perform counts and, or, wellness checks for juveniles.
• Maintain shift logs and notify supervisors of issues; complete incident reports as needed.
• Provide support services for routine maintenance; check premises and ensure safety of juveniles.
• Attend staff meetings, case conferences and trainings.
• Required to be able to exert physical effort in the proper restraint of residents.
• Overtime and shift work may be required and directed.

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Title

Youth Worker I

Salary

$37,778.40 Annually

Shift Premium - $2.13 an hour between 3:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m.

Shift Premium $1.13 an hour between 11:01 p.m. and 6:59 a.m.

Weekend Premium - $2.13 per hour

Holiday Premium - $2.13 per hour

Employment Details

Pay Grade 10

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK

Location

9000 Highway 1546
Monticello, KY 42633 USA

Description

The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice is a multi-faceted agency that serves juveniles of theCommonwealth. While striving to hold youth accountable for their actions, the Department creates opportunitiesfor sentenced, committed, probated, or detained youth to develop social and career skills that will equip themfor re-entry into their communities as productive and responsible citizens.

The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice seeks to serve youth in the least restrictive, appropriateplacement possible. We aspire to be a premier team of professionals committed to providing life-changingservices resulting in the positive transformation of children, families, and communities.

For more information about the Department of Juvenile Justice, please visit: https://djj.ky.gov

This is a highly responsible position in the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet. The employee is expected toperform all duties to the best of their ability, act in a responsible manner at all times, demonstrateleadership qualities, and treat all staff, youth, and persons with respect. This is a demanding position thatrequires maturity, reliability, and self-discipline. Career growth and advancement are encouraged throughtraining and mentoring opportunities.

Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due toother applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis.

If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact foradditional information.

• Maintains custody and control of juveniles in a custodial security setting.
• At beginning level,supervises and monitors activities of DJJ juveniles; assists juveniles in interpersonal skill development.
• Escorts juveniles between various institutional areas.
• Takes appropriate action during emergencies to preventescapes and suppress disorder.
• Maintains shift logs on juvenile’s activities and notifies supervisors of issues; completes incidentreports as needed; assists juveniles in complaint procedures.
• Performs counts and, or, wellness checks forjuveniles.
• Monitors individuals entering and leaving institutional grounds.
• Maintains approved physicalrestraint technique certifications as required by DJJ policies.
• Provides support services for routine maintenance, etc.; checks premises and ensures safety ofjuveniles; attends staff meetings, case conferences and trainings.
• Required to be able to exert physical effort in the proper restraint of residents based on behavior.
• May perform other physical efforts in assisting youth with recreational and work related projects.
• This position is deemed essential and has been designated for mandatory operations by the AppointingAuthority; therefore, the incumbent is not eligible for Adverse Weather Leave.
• Required to have and maintain a valid driver’s licenses for the length of employment in this classification.
• May be required to work overtime and any shift as needed and directed.
• Required to successfully complete the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy; which entails two weekson the job training, four weeks (Monday - Friday) at the academy training location (Louisville, Kentucky).
• Overnight lodging and travel is required for the ACT and provided by the department.
• Applicants must successfully pass a physical examination and be able to perform all essential jobfunctions, with or without reasonable accommodation. The cost of the physical examination will be billedthrough the employee’s health insurance; however, any applicable co-pays will be reimbursed by the department.

For additional information, please contact the program’s administrative staff.

Additionally, a shift premium of $2.13 an hour has been approved for all youth workers working between 3:00p.m. and 11:00 p.m., a $1.13 an hour between 11:01 p.m. and 6:59 a.m., and $2.13 an hour on weekends andholidays.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess a valid driver’s license prior to employment in this job classification. Must successfully complete the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy within six months of employment. https://djj.ky.gov/Pages/index.aspx Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Typically works in a day treatment, group home, or residential facility, or community office setting. May be exposed to hazards and dangers associated with operating a motor vehicle while providing transportation services.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact William Huffaker at [e-mail] or 606-348-4201.

Equal Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D