Juvenile Justice Youth Development Specialist II, Shift Supervisor, Mariposa

Massachusetts
Boston, MA
Category Education
Job Description
The Department of Youth Services (DYS) is seeking a dynamic and service-minded individual to fill the role of Juvenile Justice Youth Development Specialist, Shift Administrator (JJYDS III). The selected candidate will work with juvenile justice involved young people in DYS residential facilities, ensuring proper security, control, and supervision of shifts, and coordinating activities and programs for the assigned program, service, or division.

Requirements

  • Ability to supervise and plan work according to the nature of the job and available resources
  • Knowledge of the factors, trends, and challenges in providing secure residential and rehabilitative care to youth
  • Capacity to interact with people under physical and/or emotional stress and maintain a calm manner in stressful situations
  • Effective communication skills, including the ability to give oral and written instructions
  • Experience working with youth in residential care, treatment, counseling, and/or rehabilitation

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Salary placement determined by years of directly related experience and education
  • Opportunities for career advancement
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