DJS RESIDENT ADVISOR SUPERVISOR

GRADE15LOCATION OF POSITIONDepartment of Juvenile ServicesCharles H. Hickey Jr. School9700 Old Harford RoadParkville, Maryland 21234Main Purpose of JobA DJS Resident Advisor Supervisor is the supervisory level of work providing supervision and guidance to youth residing in a facility operated by the Department of Juvenile Services by observing, interacting and assisting them with everyday life skills and advising them of appropriate alternative behaviors. Employees in this classification coordinate residential programming services. Employees in this classification supervise lower-level DJS Resident Advisors. Mission statement: To transform young people’s lives, create safer communities, and forge more equitable systems through community-based partnerships that hold youth accountable while building on their strengths and support systems. Vision Statement: Providing pathways to success for youth and families through partnerships across Maryland.POSITION DUTIESWhen Assigned To The Youth Centers• Functions as a member of the treatment team for individual youth and provides input and information to the DJS Case Management Specialist for inclusion in monthly progress reviews;• Implements, helps to evaluate and recommends modifications to Individual Student Plan (ISP);• Performs as a Certified Medical Technician (CMT) dispensing, recording doses and time of medication dispensed; Notifies the Nurse on call of any situation that occurs;• Keeps the medications secured at all times;• Attends monthly treatment team meetings to offer insight on youth peer group development and make suggestions to optimize treatment team effectiveness;• Facilitates daily behavioral modification meetings in the absence of the DJS Case Management Specialist;When Assigned To Youth Center Or Facilities• Plans, coordinates, supervises and evaluates the work of DJS Resident Advisors on assigned shifts;• Trains lower-level DJS Resident Advisors;• Provides advice and guidance to DJS Resident Advisors in observing and reacting to the behavior of residents and suggests methods of de-escalating potentially harmful situations;• Reviews progress, incident and injury reports on assigned youth prepared by DJS Resident Advisors and forwards reports for review by managers;• Observes individual and group behaviors, determines when intervention or guidance is needed by the youth under his/her care and uses appropriate methods to intercept inappropriate actions and reactions and to de-escalate potentially harmful situations;• Promotes an environment conducive to learning helpful alternative behaviors by encouraging communication among youth and staff, guiding and critiquing group discussions, offering advice at appropriate junctures and serving as a mentor and role model for resident youth;• Implements, evaluates and recommends modifications to student educational and treatment plans and recommends behavioral sanctions to supervisors;• Inspects residence areas for safety, security and cleanliness;• Checks emergency equipment and secured areas, outside doors and windows;• Plans and oversees emergency evacuation drills;• Advises managers of potential and ongoing situations or problems at the facility that may require monitoring; Reviews logs for accuracy and completeness and assures that medication counts are accurate;• Attends in-service training on topics, such as crisis prevention, suicide prevention, emergency medical treatments, and behavioral modification models, to maintain knowledge of childcare needs, counseling methods and trends in the juvenile justice field and to maintain certification;• Assesses emergency and crisis situations, and makes appropriate contacts and referrals and provides interim emergency medical and other assistance until specialized assistance is available;• May be assigned to a cottage or dormitory post at night;• May accompany youth to community service activities outside the facility;• May order and distribute clothing and supplies; May inspect and distribute mail;• May disburse resident account monies;• Performs other related duties.Minimum QualificationsEducation: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.Experience: Two years of experience providing supervision and guidance to youth in a juvenile facility or juvenile services community program for at-risk youth.Notes• 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.• Candidates may substitute successful completion of twelve hours of supervisory related training approved by DJS Human Resources for six months of the required experience.• Candidates may substitute education in criminal justice or the social or behavioral sciences at an accredited college or university at a rate of 15 credit hours for each six months of the required experience for up to one year of experience.• Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Social Services Aid and Assistant classifications or Social Services Aid and Assistant specialty codes in the Social Science, Psychology and Welfare field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.Desired Or Preferred QualificationsThe ideal candidate will have one year of experience planning and supervising the performance of work of employees in a secure residential juvenile facility/setting.LIMITATIONS ON SELECTIONThis recruitment is limited to current employees of the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services.LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS• Candidates must be fully certified by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission prior to appointment as a DJS Resident Advisor II and are required to maintain certification while employed.• 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.• Employees in this classification that are employed at DJS Youth Centers must have completed a Board approved medication technician training program and possess a valid Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON) certification as a Medication Technician.Special Requirements• 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 statusMust be at least 21years of ageA thorough background check, including fingerprinting and drug testingAn oral interview, andPhysical and psychological examinations.• Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.• Employees in this classification that are employed at DJS Youth Centers must possess a Maryland Board of Nursing Medication Technician certificate in accordance with Nurse Practice Act, Annotated Code of Maryland, Health Occupation Article, Title 8, COMAR Title 10, Subtitle 39, Chapter 04 - Medication Technicians.SELECTION PROCESSPlease 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 PROCESSThe 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. For education obtained outside the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service. Please note that your answers on the Supplemental Questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.BenefitsSTATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITSFURTHER INSTRUCTIONSThe online application process is strongly urged. However, if you are unable to apply online 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.Maryland Department of Juvenile ServicesKeyia Ward217 E. Redwood StreetBaltimore, MD 21202Attn: Keyia WardFax number 410-333-4188TTY Users: call via Maryland RelayShould 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.