DJJ Ad 18-052

JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY CABINET DEPARTMENT OF JUVENILE JUSTICE (DJJ) JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTThe jobs listed below are posted on the Department of Personnel’s web site, which can beaccessed at:https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=20101&siteid=5031April 25, 2018 BULLETIN # 18-052The Department of Juvenile Justice uses The Diana Screen®. The screen is administered to candidatesthat may be in a position of trust with youth to help ensure that ethical boundaries between youth andadults are maintained. By completing The Diana Screen® staff, volunteers and interns are helping makethe Department of Juvenile Justice as safe as possible for youth. For more information about The DianaScreen® please visit www.DianaScreen.com.___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 54-523-31072547 COS 61144 #BR 40-Hour WorkweekYouth Worker III – Christian County – Hopkinsville Group Home-- Grade 11 ($2,354.04 -$3,118.28) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: High school graduate. Must have three years of experiencein the supervision and care of young adults (ages 12-21) in a residential, correctional, group home,detention or day treatment program. OR Three years of experience working in a community officesetting providing transportation services to court committed young adults (ages 12-21). College willsubstitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. OR Successful completion of theDepartment of Juvenile Justice Training Academy or equivalent training program approved by theCommissioner of the Department of Juvenile Justice will substitute for two years of the requiredexperience. Must possess a valid driver's license prior to appointment in this classification and mustmaintain a valid driver’s license for the length of employment in this classification. Must successfullycomplete the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy within six months of appointment.http://www.djj.ky.gov/Duties: At third level of series, co-leads group counseling sessions and supervises/monitors juvenilescommitted to the Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ). Supervises and monitors activities of DJJjuveniles; assists juveniles in interpersonal skill development; co-leads group counseling sessions forassigned juveniles. Participates in juveniles’ individual treatment plan development; ensures securityroom checks are performed during shifts. Maintains shift logs regarding juveniles’ behaviors andevents; completes incident reports and assists juveniles in complaint procedures. Provides routinebuilding maintenance, housekeeping, etc. and notifies supervisors of corrections needed. Attends staffmeetings, case conferences and trainings as assigned and directed. Performs other duties as assigned.This position is deemed essential and has been designated for mandatory operations by the AppointingAuthority; therefore the incumbent is not eligible for Adverse Weather Leave. Expires: May 3, 2018 Contact: [email protected] 54-523-31071598, 31073095 COS 61155 #BRSocial Service Worker I – Daviess County – Western Community Services, District 4, Divisionof Community & Mental Health Services -- Grade 13 ($2,670.20 - $3,554.70; Special Entrance Rate$2,803.72) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degreein social work, sociology, psychology, marriage and family therapy or a related field. Must furnish withinone month of appointment documentation that he/she possesses a valid driver’s license and mustmaintain a valid driver’s license for the length of employment in this classification. This position has aninitial and promotional probationary period of 9 months.

Duties: Provides entry level professional social work services to assigned probated, committed orsentenced juveniles and their families as a result of risk and needs assessment. Conducts risk andneeds assessments for the purpose of treatment planning and aftercare planning. Enters case contactsand information in the youth’s electronic file. Completes court reports, treatment plans aftercare plans,case/phase reviews and other reports as part of case management services. Participates in caseconferences and maintains contact with youth in placement. Provides liaison services with communityagents and agencies regarding ongoing treatment efforts for juveniles. Makes referrals for services.Attends trainings and meetings as directed. Required to be on call 24/7 and respond to emergencysituations. Performs other duties as required. Expires: May 3, 2018 Contact: [email protected]________________________________________________________________________________If you are interested in applying for the position(s) above, an applicant MUST self-nominate by using the CareerOpportunity System (COS) - An applicant must complete a Talent Gateway form (application) to a requisition folder(s)on the Talent Gateway. In doing so, the applicant attests that he/she meets the minimum requirements for theclassification(s) to which he/she is applying. * * * AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/D * * *Applicants must self-nominate by the specified date listed on the Personnel Cabinet’s web site in order to be PROMOTED.Applicants for LATERAL TRANSFER or DEMOTION must meet the specified minimum requirements and may applythrough the COS system or directly to the appropriate contact listed on the personnel ad.