Youth Worker Supervisor

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n9/27/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

n nYouth Worker Supervisor

nPay Grade13

nSalary

n$42,742.08 - $62,855.52 Annually

nShift Premium - $2.13 an hour between 3:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m.

nShift Premium $1.13 an hour between 11:01 p.m. and 6:59 a.m.

nWeekend Premium - $2.13 per hour

nHoliday Premium - $2.13 per hour

nEmployment Type

nEXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK

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nHiring Agency

nJustice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Juvenile Justice

nLocation

n2625 Madisonville Road

nHopkinsville, KY 42240 USA

nDescription

nThe Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice is a multi-faceted agency that serves juveniles of the Commonwealth. While striving to hold youth accountable for their actions, the Department creates opportunities for sentenced, committed, probated, or detained youth to develop social and career skills that will equip them for re-entry into their communities as productive and responsible citizens.

nThe Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice seeks to serve youth in the least restrictive, appropriate placement possible. We aspire to be a premier team of professionals committed to providing life-changing services resulting in the positive transformation of children, families, and communities.

nFor more information about the Department of Juvenile Justice please visit:

nThis is a highly responsible position in the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet. The employee is expected to perform all duties to the best of their ability, act in a responsible manner at all times, demonstrate leadership qualities, and treat all staff, youth, and persons with respect. This is a demanding position that requires maturity, reliability, and self-discipline. Career growth and advancement are encouraged through training and mentoring opportunities.

nPlease be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to other applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis.

nIf you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact for additional information.

nResponsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

nnnAt fourth level of series, provides direct supervision to shift staff and coordinates staff schedules; ensures proper subordinate training; monitors performance and ensures policies and procedures are carried out.

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nnEnsures adequate staff supervision during shift; monitors juveniles' behavior and offers alternate methods; reports unusual events and behaviors to management.

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nnPrepares and reviews incident reports and logs interventions used; reviews juvenile records for treatment methods and documentation; briefs oncoming staff.

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nnCompiles administrative reports and informs supervisors of issues and concerns.

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nnRequired to be able to exert physical effort in the proper restraint of residents based on behavior.

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nnMay perform other physical efforts in assisting youth with recreational and work related projects.

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nnThis position is deemed essential and has been designated for mandatory operations by the Appointing Authority; therefore, the incumbent is not eligible for Adverse Weather Leave.

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nnRequired to have and maintain a valid driver’s licenses for the length of employment in this classification.

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nnMay be required to work overtime and any shift as needed and directed.

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nnRequired to successfully complete the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy; which entails two weeks on the job training, four weeks (Monday – Friday) at the academy training location (Louisville, Kentucky).

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nnOvernight lodging and travel is required for the ACT and provided by the department.

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nnApplicants must successfully pass a physical examination and be able to perform all essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation. The cost of the physical examination will be billed through the employee’s health insurance; however, any applicable co-pays will be reimbursed by the department.

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n nFor additional information, please contact the program’s administrative staff.

nAdditionally, a shift premium of $2.13 an hour has been approved for all youth workers working between 3:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m., a $1.13 an hour between 11:01 p.m. and 6:59 a.m., and $2.13 an hour on weekends and holidays.

nThis position has an approved Locality Premium of $2.13, based on the organizational structure and work county it is currently assigned to, in compliance with 101 KAR 2:034 Section 9(1).

nMinimum Requirements

nEDUCATION:Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

nEXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:Must have two years of experience in the supervision and care of young adults (ages 12-21) in a residential, correctional, group home, detention or day treatment program.

nSubstitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:Successful completion of the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy or equivalent training program approved by the Commissioner of the Department of Juvenile Justice will substitute for two years of the required experience.

nSubstitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:Experience in the supervision and care of young adults (ages 12-21) in a residential, correctional, group home, detention, military or day treatment program will substitute for the required education on a year-for- year basis.

nSPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to qualify for employment in this job classification. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

nWorking Conditions

nTypically works in a day treatment, group home, or residential facility.

nProbationary Period

nThis job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

nIf you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Ronnie Collier ( ?Subject= - Youth Worker Supervisor) or .

nAn Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

Worksite address

hopkinsville, KY, 42241, US

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