Responsible for the safety, security, and welfare of youths on designated shift within assigned unit(s). Ensures adherence to licensing regulations, other applicable legislation, and administrative policy. Assists in the preparation of weekly written programs detailing a 24-hour schedule of activities for residents as well as work schedules for Youth Specialists working on assigned shift. Directly supervises Youth Specialists. Serves as a liaison on assigned shift between youths and involved parties, and performs various public relations activities as assigned. Performs admission/intake duties during assigned shift. Must be available to work day, afternoon, midnight and/or weekend shifts; schedule assigned by supervisor. Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.

Applications will be rejected if the following information is not provided at the time of application: 

• Thoroughly documented work history
• Transcript with degree and award date
• The application is incomplete in ANY capacity
• Valid Driver's License Number

At the time of application, applicants must:

1. a. Possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a preferred major in major in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Public Administration, or closely related field of study; AND 

b. Have had at least two (2) years of full-time work experience in a correctional childcare institution; OR

2. a. Have completed two (2) years of college from an accredited college or university with a preferred major in major in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Public Administration, or closely related field of study; AND

b. Have had at least four (4) years of full-time work experience in a correctional childcare institution; OR

3. a. Have completed one (1) year of college from an accredited college or university with a preferred major in major in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Public Administration, or closely related field of study; AND

b. Have had at least five (5) years of full-time work experience in a correctional childcare institution; OR

4. a. Be a high school graduate or have a certificate of successful completion of the General Education Development (G.E.D.) Test; AND  

b. Have had at least six (6) years of full-time work experience in a correctional childcare institution.

5. Have not been convicted of a felony violation of criminal law. (Criminal law generally includes all offenses except traffic law, conservation law, and liquor law.)

6. Possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeur’s license.

Work History

You are required to include your work experience in the Work Experience Section of your NEOGOV application. If you have previously included work history on a resume you must transfer your work history into the Work Experience Section prior to applying. Attached resumes will not be reviewed or considered. Please review the job posting, specifically the purpose of the position and the minimum qualifications, prior to answering the work experience question; and note that only related work experience will be considered. NOTE: Provide full detail in the employment history section noting the skills, experience and hours worked per week pertaining to the minimum qualifications. 

College Transcripts – May be required
If a degree is used to determine if the applicant is minimally qualified to fill the position, the applicant must email a copy of their transcript at the time of application to  transcripts@oakgov.com. Indicate in the email subject line the job# and job title.  If a job offer is made, an official transcript will be required. Transcripts from outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://naces.org/members.html).  Other documents such as reference, cover letter, resume, etc are prohibited and will not be reviewed. If a job offer is made, an official transcript will be required. 

 1. Must maintain a valid United States vehicle operator's or chauffeur's license.

2. Must submit to immunizations as requested by the Department of Health & Human Services and to periodic tuberculin skin tests or chest X-rays at County expense.

3. Drive designated county-owned vehicle when on-duty, unless directed otherwise.

4. Must become certified as an instructor in the facility's approved crisis prevention/physical management program. Certification must be maintained and renewed annually.

5. Must become certified in CPR and maintain certification annually.

6. Before beginning employment candidates will be required to provide Children's Village with documentation from the Department of Human Services (DHS) that they have not been named in a central registry case as the perpetrator of child abuse or child neglect. In addition, applicants being considered for hire will be asked to sign a form authorizing Children's Village to request and receive a criminal history check in accordance with the privacy act of 1974.

Applicants for positions at Children's Village will not be considered if they have been convicted of either of the following: 

(a) Child Abuse or Neglect.

(b) A felony involving harm or threatened harm to an individual within the 10 years immediately preceding the date of hire.