Juvenile Justice Specialist Supervisor - Southeast Youth Development Center
State of PennsylvaniaMontgomery, PA, United States- Full-time
- Permanent
Salary : $61,862.00 - $84,332.00 Annually
Location : Montgomery County, PA
Job Type : Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number : CS-2025-34417-41791
Department : Department of Human Services
Division : HS Bur Juv Jus Srvs Estrn Rgn
Opening Date : 09 / 30 / 2025
Closing Date : 10 / 14 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
Job Code : 41791
Position Number : Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Union : AFSCME
Bargaining Unit : N2
Pay Group : ST06
Bureau / Division Code : 00210783
Bureau / Division : Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services / Eastern Region
Worksite Address : Southeast Youth Development Center
Worksite Address : 1212 Mokychic Drive
City : Collegeville, Pennsylvania
Zip Code : 19426
Contact Name : HHS Intake Section
Contact Email : ra-oahhsintakesec@pa.gov
THE POSITION
Are you ready to build stronger communities by empowering youth? The Department of Human Services, Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services, Southeast Youth Development Center is seeking dedicated Juvenile Justice Specialist Supervisors to make a difference in the lives of young individuals who have been court-adjudicated. You will have the opportunity to develop relationships with both staff and youth, as well as play a critical role in addressing personal issues and promoting responsible behaviors. This position requires a strong dedication to diversity and a drive to create a meaningful change in the lives of troubled youth. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and are looking for a fulfilling job, apply today!
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DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will actively supervise employees involved in providing guidance, instruction, treatment, and specialized services to court-adjudicated youth in a secure or restricted setting. You will also assign tasks to staff; ensure timely completion of reports; and participate with staff in providing for the physical care, custody, and supervision of the youths' daily activities that include recreation, housekeeping, personal hygiene, work assignments, and program requirements. Working alongside a dynamic team, you will assist professional staff in implementing treatment plans and reporting youths' progress in attaining goals. You will communicate with youth about their thought processes, actions, and personal problems to provide insight into responsible behaviors and attitudes. You will maintain order by verbally and physically intervening with disruptive, emotionally improper, and suicidal youth. In addition, you will receive comprehensive training in the use of appropriate physical restraint techniques to prevent escapes; control aggressiveness; and maintain a safe, secure, or restricted environment.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information :
- Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
- This position requires shift work in a 24 / 7 / 365 operation, including holidays and weekends. 8-hour shifts normally consist of 7 : 00 AM to 3 : 00 PM and 3 : 00 PM to 11 : 00 PM, with no duty-free lunch. You will have a 5-day workweek with 2 set regular days off. This may change based on operational needs.
- Overtime as needed, voluntary and possible mandatory
- Travel as operationally necessary
- Telework : You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary : Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $61,862.00 (before taxes).
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- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam / junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements :
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Legal Requirements :
Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.
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The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Are you at least 21 years of age or older as of today's date?
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Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Juvenile Justice Specialist (previously known as Youth Development Aide) for one or more years full-time?
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N / A in the text box below.
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How many years of full-time experience in the care, custody, activities, or personal guidance of adolescents or adults in a human services or social services program, law enforcement or correctional program, or an educational, community, or military organization do you possess?
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How much college coursework have you completed in social sciences, counseling, restorative justice, juvenile justice, child development, behavioral sciences, human services, criminal justice, education, or a closely related field?If you are claiming credits / degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience / training. List the employer(s) / training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience / training. The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - MAINTAIN SAFE AND SECURE ENVIRONMENT
Maintain a safe and secure environment by being alert and responding to behavioral based disruptive incidents or emergencies. Utilize appropriate restraint / discipline techniques with disruptive, emotionally disturbed, and suicidal youth to prevent escapes and control aggressiveness.
Levels of Performance
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - PROVIDE INSIGHT AND ESCORT YOUTH
Promote social and emotional growth by providing insight into responsible behaviors and attitudes, building on strengths, and working through personal problems with court adjudicated youth by communicating with and mentoring them as part of their treatment. Escort and accompany adjudicated youth during their activities, special trips and visits.
Levels of Performance
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - SUPERVISE DAILY ACTIVITIES AND DUTIES
Supervise and provide instruction to court adjudicated youth regarding their daily activities (such as personal hygiene, eating, recreation, work assignments, program activities, etc.), work and study habits, and daily housekeeping duties (such as cleaning, laundry, caring for furnishings, etc.) to maintain a clean and comfortable living environment.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - SECURITY MEASURES AND FIRE DRILLS
Maintain security measures (such as checking doors, windows and locks, fire alarms, fire extinguishers, etc.) and conduct fire drills and other safety programs, including reporting any deficiencies, to ensure the health, safety and welfare of staff and adjudicated youth. Maintain appropriate and adequate supplies and equipment in all assigned living areas, and inspect housekeeping functions, in order to meet the needs of the youth.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 5 - WRITE REPORTS, STATEMENTS, AND LOG BOOK ENTRIES
Write incident reports and witness statements to record instances of injury, type of crisis, or investigations. Write daily progress reports and log book entries in order to maintain accurate records of daily observations of the youths' progress in meeting program and individual goals.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 6 - IMPLEMENT AND MODIFY TREATMENT PLANS
Implement and recommend modifications to pre-developed treatment plans of court adjudicated youth as part of the Master Case Planning System by observing and reporting behavioral changes on a daily basis, and participating in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings in order to fulfill the requirements of their treatment.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 7 - ASSIGN AND REVIEW WORK
Plan and assign work to subordinates; monitor and review work for accuracy and in preparing performance evaluations; identify training needs and provide training as needed; take disciplinary actions and resolve conflicts; meet regularly with staff to review practices and procedures; and participate in the performance of subordinates' work consistent with operational or organizational requirements.
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