Female Youth Services Specialist (Overnight)

Salary : See Position Description

Location : Manassas, VA

Job Type : Full-Time (FT)

Job Number : 202510199

Department : OFFICE OF YOUTH SERVICES

Division : MOLINARI DETENTION CENTER

Opening Date : 11 / 07 / 2025

Closing Date : 11 / 21 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

GRADE : B22

Hiring Salary : $25.44 - $29.05

Introduction

Are you passionate about helping young people and making a real impact on your community? The Prince William County Office of Youth Services is seeking to hire a highly motivated individual for a Detention Specialist position at the Molinari Juvenile Shelter in Manassas, Virginia. The Molinari Juvenile Shelter (MJS) is a short-term residential detention alternative for boys and girls ages 10 to 17 who are in crisis and need temporary placement. This position is assigned to the female dorm, housing girls ages 10-17. Therefore, for this role we are seeking qualified female applicants. Male applicants are welcome to apply for future vacancies assigned to the male dorm. If you believe you can make a difference in someone's life and can demonstrate good decision-making skills and excellent personal judgment, then you will find this job personally and professionally rewarding.

This position qualifies for a hiring bonus of $5,000. This bonus will be paid in two equal installments. The first installment of $2,500 is payable after ninety (90) days of employment have been completed. The final $2,500 installment will be due upon completion of the probationary period.

WHAT THE JOB ENTAILS

The Detention Specialist will work under general supervision of a Shelter Detention Supervisor or the Shelter Assistant Superintendent. The role will provide a safe and secure environment through the following :

• Maintain direct supervision of residents in assigned dorm.
• Accurately complete all security checks, reports, record in logbook, file reviews and other required paperwork.
• Ensure residents remain in assigned rooms or areas during sleeping hours.
• Respond promptly and appropriately to disturbances, medical needs, or behavioral incidents.
• Complete incident reports as required for any rule violations or emergencies.
• Complete shift change reports and brief incoming staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with facility standards and compliance standards.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

Ideally, we seek an individual who has experience working with at-risk youth, preferably in a non-secure residential or secure facility. However, any experience working with youth or at-risk-youth is welcome. You will need the ability to work independently and make decisions based on established policies and procedures; have a commitment to modeling positive decision-making skills and guiding youth to making better choices; an ability to perform physical restraints when necessary, using the "Handle with Care" techniques; basic computer skills and the ability to use handheld radios. Bi-lingual (English / Spanish) speakers are encouraged to apply.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or G.E.D. and 1 year of experience working and / or volunteering with youth in any of the following areas : youth activities / training, social services, security, military, law enforcement or detention.

PREFERRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE :

SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS

40 hours weekly, "Back End Shifts" are Wednesday-Saturday overnight from 10pm-8am and "Front-End Shifts" are Sunday-Wednesday from 10pm- 8am, other shifts / hours as required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

HIRING SALARY RANGE : $25.44 - $29.05

HIRING INCENTIVE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :

This position qualifies for Level II Hiring Incentive - Fifty percent (50%) of the incentive will be paid after ninety (90) days of employment have been completed. The payment will be processed in the paycheck for the pay period that includes the ninetieth (90th) calendar day. The remaining fifty percent (50%) will be paid following the completion of the probationary period. The payment will be processed in the paycheck for the pay period that includes the probation end date. Should the employee voluntarily terminate employment with the County, the employee shall repay the net amount (minus state and federal taxes) of the first bonus installment payment via a deduction from the annual leave payout. Should the annual leave payout not cover the net bonus amount, the employee will repay the remaining amount within thirty (30) days following separation of employment from the County. For more information, contact HR at

We also offer great benefits including :

Full-time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click here for additional information.

NOTE : The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, click

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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I understand that information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications. Information on my resume will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. Only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications. Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited.

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This position requires a high school diploma / G.E.D. and one year of related experience. Please select the response from the options below that best represents your highest level of completed education. Please make sure that your response corresponds with what is documented in the education section of your application.

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Please quantify your experience working with at-risk youth in the area of youth activities / training, social services, security, military, law enforcement or detention centers.

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Please quantify your experience working with law enforcement or security.

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Do you have experience performing physical restraints using "Handle with Care" or similar restraint techniques?

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Do you have experience teaching any of the following life skills to youth (check all that apply)?

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Are you a bilingual in Spanish / English speaker?

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Are you willing to accept a hiring salary range of $25.44 - $29.05 / hr.

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Can you work the following shift : 40 hours weekly, "Back End Shifts" are Wednesday-Saturday overnight from 10pm-8am and "Front-End Shifts" are Sunday-Wednesday from 10pm- 8am, other shifts / hours as required?

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