Youth Support & Security Specialist

NYS Office of Children and Family Services; Dix Hills (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

NYSDOCFS is seeking Youth Support Assistants to maintain facility security, control keys, inspect perimeters, and monitor movement within secure, limited secure, and residential programs across New York State. The role requires youth-care experience and a valid NY driver’s license, plus completion of Basic Academy Training and ongoing restraint training.

Shifts include weekends and overtime as needed. Candidates should have at least a year of relevant youth care experience or a high school

Qualifications

• One year of full-time experience in the care and programming of youth ages 6–21.
• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Direct-care experience with youth involved in juvenile justice or related settings.
• Basic Academy Training (two-week) must be completed successfully.
• Valid New York State driver's license and ability to operate a vehicle in NYS.
• Participation in ongoing restraint training and other required training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain facility security.
• Key control.
• Perimeter inspections.
• Vehicle and visitor checks for contraband.
• Camera surveillance of facility.
• Monitor movement throughout the facility.
• Attend two restraint training sessions per year (4 hours each).
• Additional duties discussed during interview.

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

NYSDOCFS is seeking Youth Support Assistants to maintain facility security, control keys, inspect perimeters, and monitor movement within secure, limited secure, and residential programs across New York State. The role requires youth-care experience and a valid NY driver’s license, plus completion of Basic Academy Training and ongoing restraint training.

Shifts include weekends and overtime as needed. Candidates should have at least a year of relevant youth care experience or a high school