MILITARY YOUTH WORKER I
Recruitment #22-002084-0002
Department | MIL State Operations |
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Date Opened | 11/1/2022 3:25:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 11/29/2022 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $33,626.00 - $52,762.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Trisha Hunter |
Work Location |
Harford
|
Introduction
You must have your COVID-19
vaccination for this position!!
This position is located on a military installation, and you will need to be able to enter the facility by passing a DOD background check for entering installations.
Are looking for a rewarding career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, with the opportunity for advancement and professional growth? Apply to join the Maryland Freestate ChalleNGe Academy team today!
The Maryland Freestate
Challenge Academy (FCA) is one of the original 10 state Challenge Programs.
FCA is a tuition-free program which offers at-risk adolescents 16 to 18
years old an opportunity to change their future for the better by providing the
skills, education and self-discipline needed to become responsible, productive
citizens. The initial program consists of a 22-week residential phase. During
this phase the cadets learn self-discipline, leadership and responsibility.
Participants live and work in a controlled military environment, encouraging
teamwork and personal growth. A 12-month post-residential phase focuses on
helping enroll graduates in continued education, technical school programs or
entry-level employment. During the post-residential phase, students are assisted
by at least one trained mentor from the community for further development. Help
young Marylanders who want and deserve the opportunity to acquire their GED and
a path to a better future. Join a dynamic team of individuals who have
dedicated themselves to helping these young people thrive!
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Maryland
National Guard Freestate Challenge Academy
Aberdeen
Proving Grounds (APG) - Edgewood Area
Building
E4230 Beal Road
Gunpowder,
Maryland 21010
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Six months of experience working with groups of children or youth in a structured environment, such as in a recreation center, institutional or school setting.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute fifteen credit hours including 3 credit hours in the behavioral or social sciences from an accredited college or university for the required experience.
2. Candidates may substitute U.S Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Social Service Aid and Assistant classification or Social Service Aid and Assistant specialty codes in the Social Services, Psychology and Welfare field of work for the required experience.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification will be trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid leading to certification. These certifications must be kept current as a requirement of residential childcare licensure by the Department of Human Resources.
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties that require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties are required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
Employees promoted within the classification series may be required to operate large vans and buses to transport youth offsite. Employees assigned these duties will be required to obtain a Class C Maryland driver’s license.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Candidates
for positions will be required to apply for a criminal background check as
required by the Family Law Article, Section 5-561, Annotated Code of
Maryland, as well as the ability to pass a Child Care and Federal background
check in order to access the military installation and a review of the National
Sex register.
2. Employees in this classification are required to successfully complete training as indicated by the National Challenge Program, such as one-week basis course for all Challenge Program staff and advanced courses on specific job responsibilities.
3. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with the Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
4. This position also requires
a valid Maryland Motor Vehicle operator's license class C with less than 5
points in order to operate state vehicles.
5. Employees in this classification may be subject to call-in 24 hours a day and, therefore, may be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.
6. You must have your
COVID vaccination for this position.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
BARGAINING UNIT STATUS
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification.
A copy of your proof of eligibility (DD214) for Veterans’ Credit must be in this office and completely verified before Veterans’ Credit will be approved.
PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION
Online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a paper application to:
Maryland Military Department State Personnel Office
29th Division Street, Room B10
Baltimore, MD 21201-2288
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Trisha Hunter at Trisha.Hunter1@maryland.gov or Fax: 667-239-3559
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.