Youth Worker Supervisor

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Town of Mayfield (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Youth Worker Supervisor position with the Commonwealth of Kentucky's Department of Juvenile Justice is based in Mayfield, KY. The role oversees shift staff, monitors youth behavior, and ensures training is conducted, with a focus on safe, respectful interactions and program compliance.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree and two years of supervisory experience in youth settings. DJJ Training Academy completion may substitute for experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Two years of experience supervising and caring for young adults (ages 12-21).
• Substitution options available via DJJ Training Academy or equivalent training.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision to shift staff and coordinate staff schedules.
• Monitor juveniles' behavior and report unusual events to management.
• Prepare and review incident reports and logs; maintain juvenile records.
• Compile administrative reports and brief oncoming staff.
• Assist with restraints when necessary and support recreational/work-related projects.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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10/12/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Job ID

2605149

Title

Youth Worker Supervisor

Pay Grade

13

Salary

$42,742.08 - $64,114.08 Annually

• 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 | 40.0 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Juvenile Justice

Location

3179 State Route 45 South
Mayfield, KY 42066 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.

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.

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.

• 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 oncoming 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.

Additional Information

• 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.
• 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.

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 John Gillum at [e-mail] or 606-207-4764.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D