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DJS RESIDENT ADVISOR TRAINEE

CONTRACTUAL

Recruitment #15-002599-0009

Introduction

This position is contractual 

GRADE

11

LOCATION OF POSITION

Cheltenham Youth Facility

11001 Frank Tippett Road

Cheltenham, Maryland 20623

Main Purpose of Job

Providing supervision and guidance to youths residing in a facility operated by the Department of Juvenile Services by observing and interacting with youths, assisting youth with everyday life skills and advising them of appropriate behavior as needed.

POSITION DUTIES

To provide assistance to Resident Advisors working in direct care and supervision of youths sheltered, committed or detained under the Department of Juvenile Services.

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.

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 of the Maryland Annotated Code, Section 8-209, 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

This position is subject to the Correctional Services Article, title 8, which requires compliance with the Maryland Correctional Training Commission selection/training standards; therefore the candidate will be required to receive drug test, background check, physical and mental health exam.

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS

The incumbent in this position is not a member of a covered bargaining unit and will not be required to pay a bi-weekly service fee to the exclusive representative of the bargaining unit.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

 Online application process is STRONGLY preferred. 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 regular mail or fax you must include on each page of the attachment your First and Last Name, the Recruitment # that is located at the top of the bulletin and the last 4-digits of your social security number.

Paper application must be received by 5:00 p.m., close of business on the closing date for this recruitment, NO postmarks will be accepted.  Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.

DJS - Cheltenham Youth Facility

Personnel Office

11001 Frank Tippett Road

P. O. Box 160

Cheltenham, Maryland 20623

FAX (301) 782-4059

Cynthia.Jones-Francis@Maryland.gov

 TTY  Users: call via Maryland Relay

 We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.




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