DJS RESIDENT ADVISOR TRAINEE
Recruitment #22-002599-0016
Department | DJS Western Md Children's Ctr |
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Date Opened | 8/8/2022 11:59:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 8/23/2022 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $42,189.00 - $59,832.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | MOSES DAYANANTHAN DEVAPRAKASAM |
Work Location |
Washington County
|
Introduction
The Department of Juvenile
Services (DJS) Metro Region is accepting applications for Merit -DJS Resident Advisor Trainee positions in Washington County.
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Department of
Juvenile Services
Western Maryland Children's Center
18420 Roxbury Road
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Main Purpose of Job
A DJS Resident Advisor Trainee
is the entry level of work providing supervision and guidance to youths
residing in a facility operated by the Department of Juvenile Services. Guides,
directs, and organizes youth, while maintaining safety and security, care,
custody and program continuity in accordance with established DJS policies and
facility procedures. Perform a limited range of duties with some independence
at times and under close supervision at other times. Additionally, the purpose
of this position is to provide direct care coverage over a continuum of shifts.
POSITION DUTIES
The DJS Resident Advisor
Trainee ensures supervision and guidance of the youth by observing, interacting
and assisting them with everyday life skills and advising them of appropriate
alternative behaviors. The position is assigned a regular shift but may be
required to work other shifts, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays as
required by staffing needs. The incumbent may be subject to call-in based on
staffing needs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school
or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: None.
Note: 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.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Employment experience within the last 18 months
Associate’s Degree in a related field (I.e., Criminal Justice,
Social or Behavioral Sciences).
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
1. Employees in this
classification must complete and successfully pass the Entrance Level
Correctional Training Course for DJS staff required for the Maryland
Correctional Training Commission certificate during the probationary
period.
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 21years 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
17.04.09.03, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
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. Please report all related experience and education.
Applicants who meet the Minimum Qualifications will be placed on the eligible
list categorized as QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED OR BEST QUALIFIED. Candidates
shall be certified to the eligible list for a period of one year. This list
will be used by the DJS hiring agency to select employees.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application
process is strongly urged. However, if you are unable to apply on line you may
mail a paper application to the address below or fax a paper application to the
fax number below. If you choose to fax or use 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#. The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close
of business, on the closing date for this recruitment, no postmarks will be
accepted. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted:
Western Region
Maryland Department of Juvenile Services
44 North Potomac Street, Suite 300,
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Attn: Moses
Devaprakasam.
Fax number: 301-791-7611
TTY Users: call
via Maryland Relay
Should additional
information regarding this recruitment be required, please contact DJS Office
of Human Resources at djs.careers@maryland.gov. Include the
Recruitment Title/Number that is located at the top of the bulletin.
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.