Youth Worker Supervisor

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Morehead (KY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Locality Premium $2.64/hr

Shift Premiums

Weekend Premium

Holiday Premium

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, Department of Juvenile Justice in Morehead, KY, is seeking a Youth Worker Supervisor. The role oversees shift staff, ensures safety, and coordinates training across a secure setting for youth ages 12-21.

This executive branch, full-time position offers overtime eligibility, a competitive annual salary, and a locality premium for Kentucky. Training academy and mandatory operations are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Two years of experience in supervision and care of young adults (ages 12-21) in residential, correctional, group home, detention or day treatment program.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Supervise shift staff, coordinate staff schedules and training.
• Monitor juveniles' behavior and report issues to management.
• Prepare and review incident reports and maintain records.
• Ensure safety and compliance with policies and procedures.
• May supervise youth with recreational and work-related activities.

Skills

Youth supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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Job ID

2605716

Position

Youth Worker Supervisor

Pay Grade

13

Salary

$45,919.92 - $54,687.36 Annually

Locality Premium - $2.64 per hour

Shift Premium for Second and Third shift – 15%

Weekend Premium – 25%

Holiday Premium – 25%

Employment Type

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

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Hiring Agency

Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Juvenile Justice

Location

495 Forest Hills Drive
Morehead, KY 40351 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.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• 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 alternative 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 upcoming staff.
• Compiles administrative reports and informs supervisors of issues and concerns.
• 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.
• Maintains 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 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 required to 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.
• Required to successfully complete required Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) spray training and certification. As a condition of employment, employees will be subject to either direct or indirect exposure to OC spray, based on position and job responsibilities.

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).

Shift Premiums

• 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 Christopher Brammer at [e-mail] or 606-207-7172.

Equal Opportunity Employer

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D