Location: Philadelphia,PA, USA
Apply to this opportunity here: www.phila.gov/jobsAll applications will be accepted from 10/14/2024 to 10/27/2024.$1,000 Hiring BonusAs an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you're interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.What we offer*Impact * - The work you do here matters to millions.Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it?Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.Benefits - We care about your well-being.General Job Description This is youth custody and counseling work at the trainee level. An employee in this class is expected to complete a training program, receiving instructions and developing experience in the principles, practices, procedures, and application of juvenile detention methods and techniques. Employees work in a youth detention facility and perform increasingly complicated duties under the instruction of higher-level detention personnel. Work involves conducting individual and group counseling sessions, establishing a rapport with detained youth, and monitoring security in both living and program areas.Employees are required to regularly observe the interaction and behavior of youth who are engaged in various daily activities. Employees in this class may provide physical intervention and restraint to ensure a safe, secure, and healthy living environment. Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level detention supervisor.The Requirements are as follows:ANTICIPATED ELIGIBILITY Candidates who meet all eligibility requirements within 3 months of the application deadline will be admitted to this examination. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list but may not be hired or promoted until all requirements have been satisfied.OPTION 1:1. EDUCATIONCompletion of at least 60 credit hours of study at an accredited college or university.OROPTION 2:1. EDUCATION:Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade.AND2. EXPERIENCE:One year of experience working directly with children in programs with juvenile offenders, corrections, law enforcement, residential and/or congregate care settings, residential treatment facilities, and/or inpatient behavioral/mental health programs.NOTE: Effective October 11, 2022, For candidates approved under Option 2 of the minimum requirements, employment is contingent upon a waiver granted under PA Code, Chapter 3800 CHILD RESIDENTIAL AND DAY TREATMENT FACILITIES in addition to other required background checks and clearances.NOTE: Child Protective Service Law requires FBI criminal history background check as well as the Pennsylvania State Police criminal history background check and Pennsylvania child abuse background check as a condition of initial employment to the class and during tenure of employment.NOTE: If the FBI/Pennsylvania State Police criminal background checks reveal the existence of a disqualifying offense, additional documentation must be submitted as required by the City of Philadelphia to determine eligibility for appointment to or continued employment in the class under the Child Protective Services Law.Send certifications or transcripts for review to: David RossEmail: ...@phila.govThe City of Philadelphia is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Learn more at you need any assistance, please feel free to contact: hrhelpdesk@phi a.gov