Youth Worker Supervisor

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Monticello (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Locality premium

Shift premium 3:00 pm–11:00 pm

Shift premium 11:01 pm–6:59 am

Weekend premium

Holiday premium

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Kentucky's Justice & Public Safety Cabinet, Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice, seeks a Youth Worker Supervisor in Monticello. This highly responsible, full-time position leads shift staff, oversees youth supervision, and ensures proper training and documentation.

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree and two years’ supervisory experience with youths in related settings, plus a valid driver’s license. Overtime opportunities may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Two years of supervision and care of youth ages 12–21 in residential, correctional, group home, detention, or day treatment settings.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• DJJ Training Academy or equivalent can substitute for two years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise shift staff; coordinate staff schedules; ensure subordinate training and policy adherence.
• Monitor juvenile behavior; report unusual events to management; document interventions.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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Job Details

Job Title: Youth Worker Supervisor

Pay Grade: 13

Salary: $52,083.12 - $64,114.08 Annually

• Locality Premium - $2.64 Per Hour
• Shift Premium - $2.13 per hour between 3:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m.
• Shift Premium - $1.13 per hour between 11:01 p.m. and 6:59 a.m.
• Weekend Premium - $2.13 per hour
• Holiday Premium - $2.13 per hour

Employment Type: EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Justice & Public Safety Cabinet

Location

9000 Highway 1546 Monticello, KY 42633 USA

Description

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

The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice seeks to serve youth in the least restrictive, appropriate placement possible. We aspire to be a premier team of professionals committed to providing life-changing services 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 to perform all duties to the best of their ability, act in a responsible manner at all times, demonstrate leadership qualities, and treat all staff, youth, and persons with respect. This is a demanding position that requires maturity, reliability, and self-discipline. Career growth and advancement are encouraged through training and mentoring opportunities.

Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to other 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 for additional information.

• At fourth level of series, provides direct supervision to shift staff and coordinates staff schedules; ensures proper subordinate training; monitors performance and ensures policies and procedures are carried out.
• Ensures adequate staff supervision during shift; monitors juveniles' behavior and offers alternate methods; reports unusual events and behaviors to management.
• Prepares and reviews incident reports and logs interventions used; reviews juvenile records for treatment methods and documentation; briefs incoming staff.
• Compiles administrative reports and informs supervisors of issues and concerns.
• Must 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 Appointing Authority; therefore, the incumbent is not eligible for Adverse Weather Leave.
• 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 weeks on 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 job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation. The cost of the physical examination will be billed through 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.

This position has an approved Locality Premium of $2.64, based on the organizational structure and work county it is currently assigned to, in compliance with 101 KAR 2:034 Section 9(1).

This job classification is approved for the following shift premiums, in compliance with 101 KAR 2:034 Section 9(2), which are applied to the base salary:

• 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

Minimum Requirements

Education

Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

Experience, Training, or Skills

Must have two years of experience in the supervision and care of young adults (ages 12-21) in a residential, correctional, group home, detention or day treatment program.

Substitute Education for Experience

Successful completion of the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy or equivalent training program approved by the Commissioner of the Department of Juvenile Justice will substitute for two years of the required experience.

Substitute Experience for Education

Experience in the supervision and care of young adults (ages 12-21) in a residential, correctional, group home, detention, military or day treatment program will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis

Special Requirements (Age, Licensure, Regulation, etc.)

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to qualify for employment in this job classification. 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.

Probationary Period

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

Contact

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D