Female Youth Services Specialist (Overnight)

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 someones 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 $5000. This bonus will be paid in two equal installments. The first installment of $2500 is payable after ninety (90) days of employment have been completed. The final $2500 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 YOULL 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 EDUCATIONREQUIRED 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 PSLFfor 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 here.

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity 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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Required Experience :

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Key Skills

Criminal Justice,Account Payable,Economics,Front End,Facilities Management,Domestic

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 23 - 45