Youth Worker Supervisor

Advertisement Closes: 6/3/2026 (8:00 PM EDT) Job Number: 26-02522 Youth Worker Supervisor Pay Grade: 13 Salary: $52,083.12 - $54,687.36 annually Locality Premium: $2.64 per hour Shift Premiums:

• 2.13 per hour between 3:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m.
• 1.13 per hour between 11:01 p.m. and 6:59 a.m.
• 2.13 per hour on weekends and holidays

Employment Type: EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK Location 15600 Turner Road, Crittenden, KY 41030 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 Department 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. 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 demanding position requires maturity, reliability, and self‑discipline. Career growth and advancement are encouraged through training and mentoring opportunities. Employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis, even though it is legal in Kentucky, in accordance with state and federal laws. Responsibilities Provides direct supervision to shift staff and coordinates staff schedules; ensures proper subordinate training; monitors performance and ensures policies and procedures are carried out. Ensures adequate staff supervision during shift; monitors juveniles’ behavior and offers alternate methods; reports unusual events and behaviors to management. Prepares and reviews incident reports, logs interventions used, reviews juvenile records for treatment methods and documentation; briefs oncoming staff. Compiles administrative reports and informs supervisors of issues and concerns. Exerts physical effort in the proper restraint of residents based on behavior. Assists youth with recreational and work‑related projects. Position is deemed essential and designated for mandatory operations; therefore, the incumbent is not eligible for adverse weather leave. Maintains a valid driver’s license for the length of employment. May be required to work overtime and any shift as needed and directed. Successfully completes 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 for the ACT are required and provided by the department. Must 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, with any applicable co‑pays reimbursed by the department. Minimum Requirements Education: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Experience, 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. Substitute Education for Experience: Successful completion of the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy or an equivalent program approved by the Commissioner substitutes for two years of required experience. Substitute 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 substitutes for required education on a year‑for‑year basis. Special Requirements (License, Regulation): Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment. Working Conditions Typically works in a day treatment, group home, or residential facility. Probationary Period This job has an initial and promotion probationary period of six months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111. Questions about this advertisement may be directed to Martin Strouse at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D #J-18808-Ljbffr Commonwealth of Kentucky