Commonwealth of Kentucky
Youth Worker Supervisor
Commonwealth of Kentucky, West Liberty, Kentucky, United States, 41417
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Commonwealth of Kentucky provided pay range This range is provided by Commonwealth of Kentucky. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $41,903.76/yr - $62,855.52/yr
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 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.
Responsibilities
Provides direct supervision to shift staff, coordinates schedules, and ensures proper subordinate training.
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.
Exerts physical effort to restrain residents based on behavior and assists youth with recreational and work-related projects.
May perform other physical efforts as required.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license for the duration of employment.
May be required to work overtime and any shift as needed and directed.
Must successfully complete the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy, including two weeks on the job training and four weeks at the Academy training location in Louisville, Kentucky.
Additionally, a shift premium of $2.13 per hour has been approved for all youth workers working between 3:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m., $1.13 per hour between 11:01 p.m. and 6:59 a.m., and $2.13 per hour on weekends and holidays.
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:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license; must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment.
Working Conditions: Typically works in a day treatment, group home, or residential facility.
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Youth Worker Supervisor
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Commonwealth of Kentucky
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Commonwealth of Kentucky provided pay range This range is provided by Commonwealth of Kentucky. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $41,903.76/yr - $62,855.52/yr
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 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.
Responsibilities
Provides direct supervision to shift staff, coordinates schedules, and ensures proper subordinate training.
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.
Exerts physical effort to restrain residents based on behavior and assists youth with recreational and work-related projects.
May perform other physical efforts as required.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license for the duration of employment.
May be required to work overtime and any shift as needed and directed.
Must successfully complete the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy, including two weeks on the job training and four weeks at the Academy training location in Louisville, Kentucky.
Additionally, a shift premium of $2.13 per hour has been approved for all youth workers working between 3:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m., $1.13 per hour between 11:01 p.m. and 6:59 a.m., and $2.13 per hour on weekends and holidays.
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:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license; must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment.
Working Conditions: Typically works in a day treatment, group home, or residential facility.
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