Keystone State Academy Team Leader (Dormitory Counselor)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Annville, PA • 7h ago

Reference #: 5163148 THE POSITION Shape futures as a Dormitory Counselor at the Keystone State Challenge Academy (KSCA)! The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) is seeking a team leader to mentor at-risk teens in a structured, quasi-military academy. Inspire discipline, build character, and drive success for youth needing a fresh start. If you are ready to make a lasing impact, join our team and lead these young people to achieve their goals!

Watch this video to see how you can make a difference working for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Come join the DMVA team, apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this position, you will interact with cadets as their team leader under the supervision of the Senior Team Leader. By guiding and training cadets using military practices, you will provide a safe and structed environment for the cadets. Your duties will include providing day-to-day supervision for cadets, providing input into the training schedules, and executing daily and weekly schedules to ensure all activities are met. You will lead cadets during their movement on campus and transport them when they participate in off-campus activities. In this role, you will provide guidance in social and emotional growth by role modeling positive social values and behaviors to encourage both individual growth and positive group dynamics. You can expect to conduct daily inspections of cadet property and uniforms, as well as the barracks and unit formations. Additionally, you will assist in preparing KSCA facilities, supplies, and equipment for program activities and participate in set-up and conduct of recurring and special events.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment, 40 hours per week The Keystone State Challenge Academy is a 24/7 facility. Your schedule will require flexible coverage, alternating hours, and occasional weekends. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. 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. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Three years of experience in working with school age children (aged 6 to 21)* or adults in an organized physical, recreational, educational, or related program; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training. Additional Requirements: You must possess a valid federal or state-issued photo ID and pass a favorable NCIC screening for admittance to Fort Indiantown Gap. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required): Working knowledge of military customs, courtesies, drills, and ceremonies Ability to conduct daily physical training with cadets Knowledge of at-risk teenage population

Legal Requirements: A conditional offer of employment will requirea medical examination. The following 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

In accordance with the seniority provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, this position was previously posted for seniority candidates. Since there were no seniority candidates, it is now open to all applicants.

How to Apply: 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. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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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