DJS RESIDENTIAL GROUP LIFE MANAGER II
Recruitment #18-002611-0002
Department | DJS Western Region - State Operated Facilities |
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Date Opened | 11/20/2018 10:59:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 12/4/2018 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $49,899.00 - $80,078.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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HR Analyst | Bonnie Smith |
Work Location |
Washington County
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GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
The duties of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
Plans, coordinates, supervises and evaluates the work of DJS Residential Group Life Manager I positions;
Directs training programs for DJS Residential Group Life Manager I and related staff;
Oversees all service operations for the entire campus, including direct care, intake and electronic reporting;
Briefs subordinate supervisory staff and shift commanders regarding activities and incidents from prior shifts, and staffing and personnel changes;
Recommends modifications to facility policy and operations;
Briefs subordinate supervisory staff on changes in facility or departmental policies;
Provides advice and guidance to DJS Residential Group Manager Is in observing and reacting to the behavior of residents and suggests methods off de-escalating potentially harmful situations;
Promotes an environment conducive to learning helpful alternative behaviors by encouraging communication among youth and staff, guiding and critiquing group discussions, offering advice at appropriate junctures and serving as a mentor and role model for resident youth;
Inspects the facility to ensure that security and safety are properly maintained and policies and regulations are consistently enforced;
Identifies staff training needs and advises appropriate personnel of additional training requirements;
Reviews incident and staff reports prepared or reviewed by DJS Residential Group Life Manager Is;
Investigates staff and resident complaints and recommends corrective actions;
May function as the assistant director of the facility;
May coordinate concessions or oversee youth accounts;
May recommend and oversee equipment, vehicle and building repairs;
May plan and coordinate staff training;
May review and approve or modify recommended behavioral sanctions
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Five years of experience providing supervision and guidance to youth in a juvenile facility or juvenile services community program for at-risk youth.
Notes:
1. The educational and certification requirements are set by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission in accordance with the Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209, Annotated Code of Maryland.
2. Candidates may substitute possession an Associate of Arts degree in Criminal Justice or the social or behavioral sciences from an accredited college or university or sixty credit hours from an accredited college or university, including 15 hours in criminal justice or the social or behavioral sciences for one year of the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute possession a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or the social or behavioral sciences from an accredited college or university for two years of the required experience.
4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Correctional Officer classifications or Correctional Officer specialty codes in the Miscellaneous Occupations field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
1. Candidates who have not already done so must complete and successfully pass the Entrance Level Correctional Training Course for DJS staff required for the Maryland Correctional Training Commission certificate within 365 days of initial appointment or placement in this classification according to Code of Maryland Regulations 12.10.01.03. Employees are required to maintain certification while employed.
2. 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.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. 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. These requirements are listed in detail in the Code of Maryland Regulations 12.10.01.04, general regulations of the Maryland Correctional Training Commission, and include:
U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status
Must be at least 21 years of age
A thorough background check, including fingerprinting and drug testing
An oral interview, and
Physical and psychological examinations.
2. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
SELECTION PROCESS
EXAMINATION PROCESS
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application to:
Maryland Department of Juvenile Services
OHR-Recruitment and Examination Unit
One Center Plaza 120 W. Fayette St.
Baltimore, MD 21201
Attn: Bonnie Smith
Fax Number 410-333-4188
A paper application may be mailed to the address below or faxed to the fax number above. If you choose fax or regular mail you must include on each page of the attachment your First and Last Name, the Recruitment Number that is located at the top of the bulletin and the last 4 digits of your SS#.
Should additional information regarding this recruitment be requested, please contact DJS Office of Human Resources at: djs.ohr@maryland.gov. Include the Recruitment Number that is located at the top of the bulletin.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online application or paper application. Applications must be received by the closing date. No postmarks will be accepted.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
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