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Enjoy a Free Commute on SEPTA - Starting September 1, 2023, eligible City employees will no longer have to worry about paying for SEPTA public transportation.. Whether you're a full-time, part-time, or provisional employee, you can seize the opportunity to sign up for the SEPTA Key Advantage Program and receive free Key cards for free rides on SEPTA buses, trains, trolleys, and regional rails.. ABOUT THE POSITION This is youth custody and counseling work, at the full performance level, monitoring and supervising the activities of a group of involuntary detained youths in the City's juvenile detention facility.. 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.. Possession of a valid proper class motor vehicle operator's licenses issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to appointment and during tenure as an employee in this class and series.

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Announced in Anticipation of Administrative Board Approval The City is seeking passionate candidates to join the Department of Human Services' Juvenile Justice team. If you have 60 credits and two years of experience or additional experience working with juvenile offenders in a correctional or detention facility or residential treatment facility, apply today! Make an impact with your career and grow professionally with the City. For more information on the Department of Human Services' Juvenile Justice Division, visit https://www.phila.gov/departments/department-of-human-services/youth-justice. Discover the Perks of Being a City of Philadelphia Employee! <ul><li> Enjoy a Free Commute on SEPTA - Starting September 1, 2023, eligible City employees will no longer have to worry about paying for SEPTA public transportation. Whether you're a full-time, part-time, or provisional employee, you can seize the opportunity to sign up for the SEPTA Key Advantage Program and receive free Key cards for free rides on SEPTA buses, trains, trolleys, and regional rails.</li><li> Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too! </li></ul>Join the City of Philadelphia today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth! ABOUT THE POSITIONThis is youth custody and counseling work, at the full performance level, monitoring and supervising the activities of a group of involuntary detained youths in the City's juvenile detention facility. This class is differentiated from the next lower level in the series in that employees are expected to perform all job functions with relative independence and fully understand all the principles and practices of juvenile detention. An employee in this class observes the interaction and behavior of youths while engaged in various daily activities; conducts individual/group counseling sessions; establishes rapport with detained youths; and maintains security in areas where youths are housed or involved in programmatic activities. An employee in this class makes recommendations and referrals for corrective action for youths exhibiting inappropriate or erratic behaviors. Establishing and retaining the confidence of youths while maintaining security and discipline are significant aspects of the work.Employees serve as lead workers over lower-level counselors. Employees in this class must provide direct supervision and, when necessary, physical intervention and restraint to ensure youth a safe, secure and healthy living environment. Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level detention supervisor. Minimum Training, Education & Experience The following statement represents the minimum training and experience standards which will be used to admit or reject applicants for tests. 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. <ul><li> EDUCATION: Completion of at least 60 credit hours of study at an accredited college or university. </li></ul>AND <ul><li> EXPERIENCE: Two years of experience performing youth custody and counseling work monitoring and supervising the activities of a group of involuntarily detained youths. </li></ul>NOTE: Employees in the Juvenile Youth Detention Counselor 1 class with permanent civil service status hired under the waiver effective October 1st, 2022under PA Code, Chapter 3800 CHILD RESIDENTIAL AND DAY TREATMENT FACILITIES are not required to have the 60 college credits. 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. Physical & Medical Requirements Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class. Required Licenses & Certifications Completion of eighty certifiable hours of detention training that meet 55 PA Code Chapter 3800 and the American Correctional Association standards within the first six months of appointment. Completion of forty hours of mandated Child Residential and Day Treatment Facilities training on an annual basis during tenure of employment as required by 55 PA Code Chapter 3800. Possession of a valid proper class motor vehicle operator's licenses issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to appointment and during tenure as an employee in this class and series. NOTE: Pennsylvania Act 33 of 1985 requires state criminal record and central register reports prior to appointment to positions in this class having responsibility for direct child care. Other Requirements DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS Candidates with college credit MUST submit a copy of their official college transcript for review. Candidates with a degree from foreign colleges or universities must submit proof of degree as certified by a professional evaluation service. It is an absolute requirement that you provide this documentation. It is optional whether you provide this documentation by attaching it to this application or submitting via email, postal mail, or fax. Your options are further explained below. If you have ever submitted a paper transcript, license, registration, or certification for any City of Philadelphia civil service examination, you have to submit another document. Option 1 - Upload an official copy of your documentation and attach to this application You may upload the documentation into your account and attach to this application. Once uploaded to your account, the documentation may be attached to all future applications. This will save you time and money if you apply for an examination in the future. This also ensures that your documentation will not be misplaced. Your documentation should be uploaded and attached to your application before it is submitted. It cannot be uploaded or added to your application electronically after your application has been submitted. Option 2 - Submit an official copy of your documentation via email, mail or fax If you submit the required documentation via email, mail or fax, it will be used for this application only. You will have to submit the documentation again whenever you apply for an examination in the future. Copies of the documentation will not be retained and will not be returned to applicants. Mailing Address For Paper Transcript And Other Required Materials Email: david.f.ross@phila.gov Fax: 215-686-2347 with ATTN: David Ross Mailing Address City of Philadelphia Office of Human Resources 1401 J.F. Kennedy Boulevard, Room 1530 Philadelphia, PA 19102 Attention: David Ross Equivalency Statement(s) Any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable to the Office of Human Resources.PDN-9bd3727a-b13b-4642-9138-39a07efd42b4

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