Community center worker job description
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Community center worker requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in community center worker job postings.
Sample community center worker requirements
- Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
- Experience in community outreach or social work
- Knowledge of community resources and services
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Sample required community center worker soft skills
- Empathy and understanding for the needs of the community
- Ability to build relationships and establish trust with community members
- Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn and adapt
Community center worker job description example 1
Pennsylvania State Treasurer community center worker job description
The Department of Corrections is seeking individuals whose primary purpose is to provide care, custody, control, monitoring, and supervision of the re-entrant population housed at a state-operated community corrections center, and to assist other staff in facilitating and monitoring the changes necessary for the offender's successful completion of the program for re-entry back into the community.
If you want to leave work each day knowing you are assisting in supporting the department's initiatives by preparing re-entrants for successful transition back into their families and the community, this is the position for you! Apply today!
The Corrections Community Center Monitor provides care, custody, control, monitoring and supervision of re-entrants; and ensures safety and security of the state-operated Community Corrections Center (CCC).
Maintains the Daily Activity Log. Observes re-entrant behavior though one-on-one and group interactions, as well as through the Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) system. Conducts and documents re-entrant counts, fire drills, and scheduled/unscheduled searches or re-entrants, their property, and living/common areas for contraband. Maintains and inventories re-entrant prescription medications, security equipment, tools, toxic chemicals, and housekeeping supplies. Maintains the sign-in/out register for all re-entrants and visitors. Controls re-entrant and visitor movement within the CCC.
Conducts new re-entrant orientation to the CCC which includes reviewing Department of Corrections (DOC)/CCC policies, rules, and regulations; provides information on availability of public services; makes room assignments; assigns housekeeping duties; etc. Conducts re-entrant destination checks via community and/or telephone contact. Administers and documents breathalyzer and urinalysis tests upon return to the CCC. Writes behavior observations, issues misconducts, and attends disciplinary hearings. Facilitates and monitors necessary changes to aides in the re-entrants' successful release back into the community. Conducts daily inspections to ensure cleanliness, safety and security of all areas. Assists with keeping the center inspection-ready as directed.
Provides information to visitors regarding CCC operations. Demonstrates sensitivity to public and/or crime victim needs, concerns, and complaints and takes appropriate actions to respond. Serves as a point-of-contact for law enforcement agencies. Assists/guides new monitors in performance of duties as necessary. Attends and/or participates in legal proceedings on behalf of the Bureau of Community Corrections. Performs other related duties.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
* Full-time employment.
* Community Corrections Centers are staffed by three (3) work shifts that cover the facility 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
* Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. Please Note: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $37,597.00 (before taxes).
* You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
* Any combination of experience and training which affords the applicant the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the functions of the job.
Additional Requirements:
* You must be willing and able to work in Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.
* You must be able to work different shifts or irregular scheduled hours.
* You must be willing to successfully complete 3 weeks of classroom training at the Department of Corrections Training Academy in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania.
* You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
* Two (2) years of experience performing public safety or security work. (Examples of qualifying experience include, but are not limited to: public safety or security work involving protection of persons and/or property and maintaining required security through enforcement of rules, regulations, and laws; public safety or security work in a correctional setting, juvenile or adult development/detention center, law enforcement entity, or military security experience)
* One (1) year of work experience providing direction/guidance to individuals. (Examples of qualifying work experience include, but are not limited to: performing as a lead worker or supervisor assigning and evaluating work tasks, providing informal counseling, or giving orders in the Military).
* Experience working within a secure facility (i.e. correctional setting or detention center).
* Experience working within a law enforcement entity (local, county, state, or federal level).
* Experience providing counseling/guidance (i.e. lead worker/supervisory, mentoring/counseling individuals, or giving orders in military).
* Experience working within the security field.
Legal Requirements:
* A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring contact information.
* You must pass a background investigation.
How To Apply:
* Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
* Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
* Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
* 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
If you want to leave work each day knowing you are assisting in supporting the department's initiatives by preparing re-entrants for successful transition back into their families and the community, this is the position for you! Apply today!
The Corrections Community Center Monitor provides care, custody, control, monitoring and supervision of re-entrants; and ensures safety and security of the state-operated Community Corrections Center (CCC).
Maintains the Daily Activity Log. Observes re-entrant behavior though one-on-one and group interactions, as well as through the Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) system. Conducts and documents re-entrant counts, fire drills, and scheduled/unscheduled searches or re-entrants, their property, and living/common areas for contraband. Maintains and inventories re-entrant prescription medications, security equipment, tools, toxic chemicals, and housekeeping supplies. Maintains the sign-in/out register for all re-entrants and visitors. Controls re-entrant and visitor movement within the CCC.
Conducts new re-entrant orientation to the CCC which includes reviewing Department of Corrections (DOC)/CCC policies, rules, and regulations; provides information on availability of public services; makes room assignments; assigns housekeeping duties; etc. Conducts re-entrant destination checks via community and/or telephone contact. Administers and documents breathalyzer and urinalysis tests upon return to the CCC. Writes behavior observations, issues misconducts, and attends disciplinary hearings. Facilitates and monitors necessary changes to aides in the re-entrants' successful release back into the community. Conducts daily inspections to ensure cleanliness, safety and security of all areas. Assists with keeping the center inspection-ready as directed.
Provides information to visitors regarding CCC operations. Demonstrates sensitivity to public and/or crime victim needs, concerns, and complaints and takes appropriate actions to respond. Serves as a point-of-contact for law enforcement agencies. Assists/guides new monitors in performance of duties as necessary. Attends and/or participates in legal proceedings on behalf of the Bureau of Community Corrections. Performs other related duties.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
* Full-time employment.
* Community Corrections Centers are staffed by three (3) work shifts that cover the facility 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
* Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. Please Note: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $37,597.00 (before taxes).
* You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
* Any combination of experience and training which affords the applicant the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the functions of the job.
Additional Requirements:
* You must be willing and able to work in Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.
* You must be able to work different shifts or irregular scheduled hours.
* You must be willing to successfully complete 3 weeks of classroom training at the Department of Corrections Training Academy in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania.
* You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
* Two (2) years of experience performing public safety or security work. (Examples of qualifying experience include, but are not limited to: public safety or security work involving protection of persons and/or property and maintaining required security through enforcement of rules, regulations, and laws; public safety or security work in a correctional setting, juvenile or adult development/detention center, law enforcement entity, or military security experience)
* One (1) year of work experience providing direction/guidance to individuals. (Examples of qualifying work experience include, but are not limited to: performing as a lead worker or supervisor assigning and evaluating work tasks, providing informal counseling, or giving orders in the Military).
* Experience working within a secure facility (i.e. correctional setting or detention center).
* Experience working within a law enforcement entity (local, county, state, or federal level).
* Experience providing counseling/guidance (i.e. lead worker/supervisory, mentoring/counseling individuals, or giving orders in military).
* Experience working within the security field.
Legal Requirements:
* A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring contact information.
* You must pass a background investigation.
How To Apply:
* Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
* Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
* Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
* 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024