DEPT OF JUVENILE CORRECTIONS

Address: Central Office/CIB
100 N. 15th Ave Suite 103
Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Salary: $51,394

Grade: 19

Closing Date: 03/31/2026

The Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections (ADJC) is seeking a Youth Behavior Support Coordinator to create a positive, structured environment that promotes prosocial behavior among youth. The Coordinator leads the development and oversight of the facility-wide positive behavior support framework (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports - PBIS). 

The Youth Behavior Support Coordinator is a vital member of the Adobe Mountain School staff, working as part of the Programming team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys planning events and incentive activities, can inspire staff, and operate independently with significant decision-making freedom within the ADJC framework.

• Plan and coordinate routine activities and rewards that incentive positive behavior and keeps youth motivated

• Organize special events and celebrations that make positive behavior rewarding

• Coordinate incentive delivery 

• Ensure tiered support systems (universal, targeted, and intensive) are appropriate and utilized effectively

• Create behavioral expectations, teaching tools, and reinforcement systems that are practical and developmentally appropriate

• Serve as liaison between teams and bureaus

• Coordinate with education staff to align classroom management with facility-wide behavioral expectations

• Collaborate with direct care supervisors to reinforce PBIS strategies during all programming and daily living activities

• Ensure practices align with agency policies and relevant framework standards

• Provide engaging, practical training to staff on positive behavior support principles

• Coach and model strategies to help staff effectively utilize incentive programming and build confidence in their interactions with youth

• Create easy-to-use reference materials and visual aids for consistent implementation across all areas

• Facilitate team check-ins to problem-solve and resolve issues

• Monitor implementation quality through observation, data review, and feedback

• Maintain systems for tracking behavioral data and measuring program effectiveness

• Analyze data trends to guide decisions about incentives, targeted supports, and resource allocation

• Communicate data findings with leadership

KNOWLEDGE

• Understanding of adolescent development and what motivates young people

• Familiarity with positive behavior support frameworks and evidence-based behavioral interventions

• Understanding of juvenile justice systems and best practices

• Basic knowledge of secure care environments, including safety and security protocols

• Familiarity with data collection and analysis

SKILLS

• Creativity and enthusiasm for planning events and incentive programming

• Strong communication skills — written, verbal, and in front of a group

• Confidence in training and engaging staff 

• Coaching and mentoring skills

• Data analysis and report writing

• Proficiency in Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides or equivalent

• Organization and project management

ABILITIES

• Build positive relationships with youth and staff across diverse backgrounds

• Bring energy and creativity to incentive programming while maintaining structure

• Work both independently and as a collaborative team member

• Adapt approaches to meet the evolving needs of the facility

• Manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

• Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality

• Work effectively in a correctional environment

Three years experience in a juvenile correctional facility preferred.

Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a comprehensive background investigation and drug screening.

Current State of Arizona employees: In order to be considered for this position, it requires acceptable performance history as demonstrated by not have been issued a letter of suspension or have been involuntarily demoted within one year preceding this job posting close date, and have an overall rating of “meets expectations” or higher on the most recent employee performance evaluation.

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function on the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license records checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked or suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.010).

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
-Affordable medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability plans
-Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
-10 paid holidays per year
-Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
-Sick time accrued at 3:42 hours bi-weekly
-Deferred Compensation Program
-Wellness Plans

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

- New membership begins the 27th week of employment
- Immediately vested in retirement contributions
- Defined Benefit

Attention current State of Arizona employees: Please contact our Human Resources Office at employment@azdjc.gov if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602)542-9261. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.