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The State of Maryland

DJS RESIDENT ADVISOR LEAD - #24-002608-0004

The State of Maryland, Frederick, Maryland, United States, 21701


IntroductionMission Statement: To transform young people’s lives, create safer communities, and forge more equitable systems through community-based partnerships that hold youth accountable while building on their strengths and support systems.Vision Statement: Providing pathways to success for youth and families through partnerships across Maryland.GRADE:

ASTD14LOCATION OF POSITION:

Department of Juvenile Services Victor Cullen Center 6000 Cullen Drive Sabillasville, Frederick Co MD 21780.Main Purpose of Job:

The Resident Advisor Lead position with DJS provides lead level of work, as it relates to providing supervision and guidance to youth residing in a facility operated by the Department of Juvenile Services. The Resident Advisor Lead observes, interacts, assists youth with everyday life skills and advises them of appropriate alternative behaviors. This position also trains, assigns, and reviews the work of lower-level DJS Resident Advisors, but they do not perform the full range of supervisory duties. The Resident Advisor Lead must possess a full certification from MCTC and maintain MCTC certification on an annual basis.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education:

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.Experience:

One and one half years of experience providing supervision and guidance to youth in a juvenile facility or juvenile services community program for at-risk youth.Notes:The above educational requirement is set by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission in accordance with the Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209, Annotated Code of Maryland.Candidates may substitute successful completion of six hours of supervisory related training approved by DJS Human Resources for six months of the required experience.Candidates may substitute education in criminal justice or the social or behavioral sciences at an accredited college or university at a rate of 15 credit hours for each six months of the required experience for up to one year of experience.Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Social Services Aid and Assistant classifications or Social Services Aid and Assistant specialty codes in the Social Science, Psychology and Welfare field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Experience training, reviewing and approving the work of employees in a secure residential juvenile facility/setting.Willingness to work in any shifts (1st, 2nd shift and/or 3rd shifts).LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION:

This recruitment is limited to current Maryland Department of Juvenile Services’ employees.LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:Candidates must be fully certified by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission prior to appointment as a DJS Resident Advisor II and are required to maintain certification while employed.Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.Employees in this classification that are employed at DJS Youth Centers may be required to complete a Board approved medication technician training program and possess a valid Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON) certification as a Medication Technician.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:In accordance with the Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209 of the Annotated Code of Maryland, the Maryland Correctional Training Commission shall establish the minimum qualifications for probationary or permanent appointment of a Department of Juvenile Services employee in a mandated position.Must be a U.S. Citizen or Resident Alien, at least 21 years of age, and pass a thorough background check, including fingerprinting and drug testing.Must complete an oral interview, and physical and psychological examinations.Subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.Must possess a Maryland Board of Nursing Medication Technician certificate in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act, Annotated Code of Maryland, Health Occupation Article, Title 8, COMAR Title 10, Subtitle 39, Chapter 04 - Medication Technicians.SELECTION PROCESS:

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.EXAMINATION PROCESS:

The assessment will be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS:

The online application process is strongly urged. However, if you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application to the address below or fax a paper application to the fax number below.Western Region Maryland Department of Juvenile Services Victor Cullen Center 6000 Cullen Drive Sabillasville, MD 21780 Attn: Moses Devaprakasam. Fax number: 410-333-4188 TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments. Bilingual applicants are welcome to apply for all recruitments.The resulting Certified Eligible List for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

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