MILITARY YOUTH COUNSELOR PROGRAM SUPERVISOR

Introduction

Are you looking for a rewarding career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth? Apply to join the Maryland Freestate ChalleNGe Academy team today!

The Maryland Freestate ChalleNGe Academy (FCA) is one of the original 10 state Challenge Programs. FCA is a tuition-free program which offers at-risk adolescents, 16 to 18 years old, an opportunity to change their future for the better by providing the skills, education and self-discipline needed to become responsible, productive citizens. The initial program consists of a 22-week residential phase where cadets learn self-discipline, leadership, and responsibility in a controlled military environment, encouraging teamwork and personal growth. A 12-month post-residential phase focuses on helping enroll graduates into continued education, technical school programs, or entry-level employment. During the post-residential phase, students are assisted by at least one trained mentor from the community for further development. Help young Marylanders who want and deserve the opportunity to acquire their GED while progressing on a path to a better future. Join a dynamic team of individuals who have dedicated themselves to helping these young people thrive!

GRADE

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland National Guard Freestate Challenge Academy

Making sure you fit the guidelines as an applicant for this role is essential, please read the below carefully.

Aberdeen Proving Grounds (APG) - Edgewood Area

Building E4230 Beal Road

Gunpowder, Maryland 21010

Main Purpose of Job

This position will provide direct services and counseling for juvenile applicants, cadets, and postgraduates of a voluntary quasi-military residential program. The Military Youth Counselor Program Supervisor plans, directs and coordinates all phases of recruitment, placement, and mentoring program activities to encourage and assist juveniles in adopting and maintaining positive life skills. This position has full supervisory responsibility plus programmatic responsibility for planning, directing, and coordinating direct services for the RPM Program.

POSITION DUTIES

Duties include, but are not limited to :

• Providing Academic Excellence and Citizenship Core Components of the Freestate ChalleNGe Academy.
• Manage, guide, mentor, and counsel education staff.
• Provide oversight and guidance, and direction for the Recruitment, Placement and Mentoring Department.
• Supervise counseling / case management program and assigned counseling / case manager personnel.
• Evaluate and recommend program, policy, or procedural modifications.
• Maintain Student Education Records (Past and Present) and coordinate with Military branches, law enforcement agencies, trade schools, Colleges / Universities, and various employers for verification of enrollment, academic performance, and completion status.
• Attend and participate in staff, professional development, and in-service training, subsequently developing those training modules into training for Freestate ChalleNGe Academy staff, and in some cases, Cadets.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education : A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience : Three years of experience providing direct services and counseling to juveniles in a quasi-military environment.

Notes :

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the minimum requirements for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider the information submitted after this date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year. This list will be used by the hiring agency to select employees.

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must accompany the application.

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS

This position is not subject to Bargaining MOU's.

BENEFITS

As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.

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FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. A copy of your proof of eligibility (DD214) for Veterans’ Credit must be in this office and completely verified before Veterans’ Credit will be approved.

PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION.

Online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a paper application to :

Maryland Military Department State Personnel Office

29th Division Street, Room B10

Baltimore, MD 21201-2288

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Kira Williams at Kira.williams2@maryland.gov; Fax : 667-239-3559.

TTY Users : call via Maryland Relay.

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

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