Summary

This temporary job involves working in a residential program for at-risk youth, where you'll help create a supportive environment by addressing their daily needs, teaching positive behaviors, and leading activities like fitness training and military-style drills.

It's ideal for someone with experience in human services, military, or corrections who is physically fit, patient, and good at building relationships with young people in a structured setting.

The role requires outdoor work in South Carolina and setting a positive example for cadets.

Key Requirements

High school diploma
Relevant experience in human services, social services, law enforcement, corrections, security, or military environments
Ability to instruct drill and ceremony
Physical fitness to participate in and lead physical training and adventure-based activities
Knowledge of state and federal laws, human growth, behavior, and interpersonal dynamics
Strong communication skills, both written and oral
Ability to work in stressful environments, observe and report behavior, and maintain composure

Full Job Description

Establishes and maintains a positive military environment for at-risk youth in a residential setting. Ensures emotional, physical, psychological, educational, and other needs of youth are met through appropriate intervention, such as personal hygiene, uniform care and maintenance, compliance with program policies, rules, and regulations in a structured residential setting. Develops and maintains positive life-coping skills among youth through teaching and enforcing appropriate behaviors. Applicants must have the ability to instruct drill and ceremony. Must be physically fit in order to participate in and instruct physical fitness training and adventure-based training for students. Provides instruction and direction to cadets. Observe cadets for unusual behavior and report to necessary staff in a timely manner. Must be able to set a positive example for students and establish and maintain effective working relationships with students and staff. Perform other duties as assigned. Positions available are located in Eastover, SC.

Requirements

A high school diploma and relevant human services or social services experience or prior experience in a law enforcement, correctional, security or military environment. Requires outdoor work year-round and overtime work on an as needed basis.

Additional Information

Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules and regulations relative to the area of responsibility. Knowledge of principles of human growth and behavior. Knowledge of interpersonal dynamics and personality principles. Ability to observe and interpret behavior. Ability to analyze data and organize information. Ability to communicate effectively, written and orally. Ability to work in a stressful environment and keep composure. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of an online South Carolina State Employment Application. Only those applicants chosen for interview will be notified of job filled status. Note: Applicants indicating college credit, degree(s) or specialized training on the application shall provide an official copy of transcripts upon notification of selection for hire. This serves as verification of credentials listed on the application.

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