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Youth Specialist

DEPARTMENT: Juvenile Justice Center

HIRING AUTHORITY: Director

SALARY: $32,999.89 - $39,793.98

CURRENT HOURS AND STARTING TIME: Full-time (40 hours per week) positions. The current starting time for these position will vary based on the assigned shift (days, afternoons, or midnights). This is a 24/7 facility, weekends and holidays are required.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under direction, provides care, safety and security of residents at the Juvenile Justice Center; assists in the implementation of programs and work assignments; observes and reports information relevant to residents’ behavior; performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education and Experience):

REQUIRED:

Possession of a high school diploma or a certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development Test (GED).

 Possession of a current passing score of seventy (70) percent on the Ergometrics IMPACT and Reading Test.

PREFERRED:

An Associate Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice or a related field from an accredited college or university.

Previous experience working with adolescent youth is preferred.

HOW TO APPLY:

For a complete job description, benefits information and online application instructions, please visit our website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/macomb

Your completed application must be received by 5:00 pm on 04/13/18.