Juvenile Program Specialist: Long Creek Youth Development Center- EMPLOYMENT REGISTER
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Opening Date: March 19, 2026Closing Date: April 2, 2026
Grade 19: $26.89/hr to $34.62/hr (rate includes $1.00 Direct Care Stipend)
The Bureau of Human Resources is accepting applications to establish a register to fill a vacancy at Long Creek Youth Development Center
Department of Corrections (DOC) is committed to destigmatizing corrections for the betterment of all Maine communities. Through the Maine Model of Corrections, we promote the safety of our staff and residents while reducing barriers to meaningful rehabilitative opportunities.
We facilitate restorative justice practices that equip justice-involved residents and clients with the skills they need to become contributing members of society upon release, including treatment, education, and job training.
We are committed to rebuilding lives and are seeking strong team players with a professional attitude, well-developed integrity, and a commitment to ethical practice to join us in this mission.
Position Overview
The Bureau of Human Resources is accepting applications to establish a register to fill a vacancy at the Long Creek Youth Development Center in South Portland.
This is paraprofessional support work as a working supervisor involving the interaction, care, security, treatment, and rehabilitation of juveniles committed to a correctional facility.
Responsibilities include:
Providing direct care
Modeling appropriate behavior, attitude, ethics, and morals
Implementing rehabilitative, protective, treatment, and behavioral health programs and services
Employees in this classification:
Provide leadership in evaluating and supervising Juvenile Program Workers
Assist in educational programs
Facilitate treatment groups
This role differs from traditional correctional officers, as its primary focus is on treatment, rehabilitation, and behavior modification of youth.
Work is performed under limited supervision.
Typical Duties
Direct, assign, and supervise Juvenile Program Workers and volunteers to ensure proper care, custody, and implementation of treatment plans
Evaluate employee performance, document outcomes, and recommend personnel actions including promotions, discipline, or termination
Support educational and vocational programs by assisting instructors and managing classroom behavior
Implement and participate in individual and group treatment programs
Document observations and prepare reports on resident behavior and progress
De-escalate conflicts, redirect behavior, and guide residents toward appropriate conduct
Serve as a mentor and role model to promote positive social development
Supervise residents in maintaining living spaces to encourage responsibility and hygiene
Participate in treatment team meetings and contribute to rehabilitation planning
Apply intervention techniques to maintain safety and security
Oversee searches and inspections to enforce compliance and prevent contraband
Transport residents to court and appointments safely
Participate in training, workshops, and staff meetings
Ensure compliance with HR laws, policies, and practices including EEO, recruitment, discipline, and safety standards
Additional Information
A full description of the job, including required knowledge, skills, and abilities, is available on the Bureau of Human Resources website.
Minimum Qualifications
To qualify, you must have:
Education, training, and/or experience demonstrating knowledge of correctional programs and adolescent treatment
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Experience supervising a team in a structured environment
Licensing/Certification Requirements
(Required prior to permanent status)
Basic Corrections Certification
Review Process
Your application materials (resume, cover letter, work history, supplemental questions, etc.) will be reviewed against job-specific criteria developed by subject matter experts.
If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be placed on an eligibility register for this classification.
Certification to Vacancies
When a vacancy occurs, eligible candidates are referred in the following order:
Employees on layoff status from Maine State Government
Current employees of the hiring agency
Current Maine State employees in other agencies
Reemployment candidates (former State employees)
External candidates not currently employed by the State of Maine
Benefits of working for the State of Maine:
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day.
We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,252.80 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 19% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing parents and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills.
Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
Thinking about applying? Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your experience and passion set you apart.
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