Youth Support Specialist - Residential & Community Programs

NYS Office of Children and Family Services; Hauppauge (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telecommuting option

Job summary

The Youth Support Specialist (YSS) at NYS Office of Children and Family Services provides direct assistance to youths in OCFS custody, engaging them in residential settings and supporting family involvement. The role includes transportation, monitoring attendance at community and school programs, and assisting CMSO offices to maintain efficient operations.

Shifts may include weekends and overtime; mandatory training in restraint techniques is required.

Qualifications

• Two years full-time direct care experience in youth care or related field.
• Experience with youth in juvenile justice or residential settings is preferred.
• Ability to transport youth and coordinate with community programs may be required.

Responsibilities

• Engage youth and families in residential settings and provide support and transportation.
• Monitor youth attendance in community programs, school, and other academic activities; conduct curfew checks.
• Be flexible and take on varied tasks to support CMSO operations and youth services.

Skills

Direct care experience

Youth engagement

Transportation support

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree + 6 months experience

High school diploma + 1 year experience

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

The Youth Support Specialist (YSS) at NYS Office of Children and Family Services provides direct assistance to youths in OCFS custody, engaging them in residential settings and supporting family involvement. The role includes transportation, monitoring attendance at community and school programs, and assisting CMSO offices to maintain efficient operations.

Shifts may include weekends and overtime; mandatory training in restraint techniques is required.