Youth Development Team Leader (Dormitory Counselor)

THE POSITION

Are you ready to positively impact the lives of teenagers in a proven academic environment at a newly established educational academy? If so, do you have the leadership and motivational skills to energize and direct "at-risk" youth (16-18 year old Cadets) to better themselves and achieve their goals? Are you ready to guide and train Cadets in a quasi-military environment? Do you want to assist in providing a safe, secure, and structured environment for the Cadets? Can you model appropriate standards, communication, conduct, and discipline for Cadets? Are you capable of supervising Cadets as they participate in experiential/recreational programs, service to community programs, and off-site work projects? Do you enjoy working with young people? Do you enjoy making a difference? This may be the job you are looking for!!

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The employee in this position serves as one of the Team Leaders (TLs) of the Keystone State Challenge Academy (KSCA). Under the direct supervision of an assigned Senior Team Leader (STL), TLs interact directly with cadets (at-risk youth) during their 22-week residential phase at the academy. Each platoon of cadets will have multiple TLs assigned to it for 24/7 coverage. TLs guide and train cadets using military principles and practices in a quasi-military environment. They provide the safe, secure, and structured environment for the cadets. They treat cadets in a standardized uniform way, where discipline is applied fairly to correct negative behavior (not as punitive measures). Through their consistent daily interaction with cadets, TLs model appropriate standards, communication, conduct, and discipline for cadets. TLs supervise cadets as they participate in experiential/recreational programs, service to community programs, and off-site work projects. TLs ensure that all cadet activities are completed in accordance with guidance given by the Deputy Commandant and KSCA philosophy, policies, and procedures.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
• Full-time employment. 40-hour work week.
• Shift times to be determined.
• General work hours are an 8-hour shift, with a 45-minute lunch.
  • Shift times to be determined.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Three years of experience in working with school age children (aged 6-21) or adults in an organized physical, recreational, educational, or related program; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Working knowledge of military customs and courtesies and drill and ceremony.
• Ability to conduct physical training with cadets.
• Knowledge of at-risk teenage population.

Legal Requirements:

• Pennsylvania State Police Request for Criminal Records Check
• Federal Criminal History Record Information (CHRI)
• A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.
• Pennsylvania School Law requires that all applicants for employment in public and private schools, employees of independent contractors seeking business with public and private schools, and student teacher candidates undergo background checks if they will have direct contact with students. In addition, employment history reviews must be completed for all applicants seeking employment.
• National Sex Offender Registry check
• The following three background checks are required:
  • Department of Human Services Child Abuse History Clearance
  • Pennsylvania State Police Request for Criminal Records Check
  • Federal Criminal History Record Information (CHRI)
  • National Sex Offender Registry check
• All employees of the KSCA will be required to have background checks equivalent to anyone working in a school that may have direct contact with students.
• Department of Human Services Child Abuse History Clearance

How to Apply:

• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [email protected].

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, six weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

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• Eligibility rules apply.