Facility Resource Administrator (Human Services Program Administrator

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

DYS is seeking a Facility Resource Administrator [Human Services Program Administrator 3], in the Division of Facilities, Programs, and Operations. This position will oversee statewide facility security programs, policies, and procedures.

The Facility Resource Administrator duties include, but are not limited to:

Formulates, implements, revises policies related to facility security program areas (e.g. use of force and investigations)

Develops, implements and monitor training programs for use of force, incident reporting, investigations and prevention.

Advises and represent DYS management on matters related to use of force and facility security.

Represents DYS management in investigations and disciplinary proceedings regarding use of force incidents.

Reviews and monitors recordings involving use of force and advises Agency management accordingly.

Develops and analyzes use of force statistics/reports to demonstrate trends and responds according to policy and procedures.

Oversees DYS security initiatives, serving on committees and preparing documents to meet reporting requirements.

Conducts internal management audits and Ohio Standards audits at facilities and Community Correctional Facilities (CCF) related to safety, security, fire safety, sanitation, and chemical control.

Acts on behalf of the Bureau Chief by relieving him of the most challenging administrative duties.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year

Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave

Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

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About Us…

Our mission at the Ohio Department of Youth Services (DYS) is to improve Ohio's future by habilitating youth and empowering families and communities. We believe that all youth will be given an opportunity to live up to their greatest potential and staff are our greatest resource.

DYS is the juvenile corrections system for the state of Ohio. DYS is statutorily mandated to confine felony offenders, ages 10-21, who have been adjudicated and committed by one of Ohio's 88 county juvenile courts. During their stay with DYS, youth are engaged in programming that is designed to address their criminological and behavioral needs. DYS reaches thousands of youth in facilities and those on parole.

Our Guiding Principles…

Demonstrate staff are our greatest resource

Treat everyone with respect

Cultivate a trauma responsive environment for staff and youth to thrive

Provide the best support and services for youth and families

Advance our culture of inclusion through understanding and appreciating staff and youth differences

Commit to and encourage collaboration and continuous improvement to produce better outcomes for those we serve

Celebrate collective successes and support one another through opportunities to improve

To learn more about DYS, please visit our website by clicking here

Completion of undergraduate core program in social or behavioral science or pre-medicine; 24 mos. exp. in delivery of human services or medical assistance in governmental, community or private human support services agency or medical provider; 6 mos. exp. in management; 12 mos. exp. in supervisory principles/techniques.

-Or completion of graduate core program in social or behavioral science or medicine-related field; 18 mos. exp. in delivery of human services or medical assistance in governmental, community or private human support services agency or medical provider; 6 mos. exp. in management; 12 mos. exp. in supervisory principles/techniques.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Human Services

BACKGROUND CHECK NOTICE:

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check that includes results from BCI and FBI, Ohio Department of Public Safety and Ohio Department of Taxation. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

PRE-SERVICE TRAINING:

All new candidates hired to the Department of Youth Services are required to attend 3 weeks of mandatory, paid training at the Correctional Training Academy in Orient, Ohio. Training Academy hours are Monday through Thursday, 7\:00 am to 5\:00 pm.

DYS is a “qualifying employer” for purposes of the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness [PSLF] program.