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Advertisement Closes
5/4/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)
26-02027
Youth Worker III
Pay Grade
12
Salary
$38,093.28 - $57,139.68 Annually
Shift Premium - $2.13 an hour between 3:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m.
Shift Premium $1.13 an hour between 11:01 p.m. and 6:59 a.m.
Weekend Premium - $2.13 per hour
Holiday Premium - $2.13 per hour
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK
Hiring Agency
Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Juvenile Justice
Location
495 Forest Hills Drive
Morehead, KY 40351 USA
Description
The 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.
The 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.
For more information about the Department of Juvenile Justice please visit:
https://djj.ky.gov
This 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.
Please 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.
If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact for
additional information.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
-
At third level of series, co-leads group counseling sessions and supervises and monitors juveniles committed
to the Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ). - Supervises and monitors activities of DJJ juveniles; assists juveniles in interpersonal skill
development; co-leads group counseling sessions for assigned juveniles. - Participates in juveniles’ individual treatment plan development; ensures security room checks are
performed during shifts. - Maintains shift logs regarding juveniles’ behaviors and events; completes incident reports and assists
juveniles in complaint procedures. - Provides routine building maintenance, housekeeping, etc. and notifies supervisors of corrections
needed. - Must be able to exert physical effort in the proper restraint of residents based on behavior.
- May perform other physical efforts in assisting youth with recreational and work related projects.
- This 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. - Must have and maintain a valid driver’s licenses for the length of employment in this classification.
- May be required to work overtime and any shift as needed and directed.
- Must 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). - Overnight lodging and travel is required for the ACT and provided by the department.
- Applicants 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.
For additional information, please contact the program’s administrative staff.
Additionally, 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.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:
High school graduate.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
Must have three 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. OR Three years of experience working in a community office setting providing transportation services to court committed young adults (ages 12-21).
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
College will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. OR 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.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification. Must successfully complete the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy within six months of employment. https://djj.ky.gov/Pages/index.aspx. 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.
Working Conditions
Typically works in a day treatment, group home, or residential facility, or in a community office setting. May be exposed to hazards and dangers associated with operating a motor vehicle while providing transportation services.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact John Gillum at [email protected] or 606-207-4764.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
