Youth Counselor 1 (Spanish Language)
Youth Counselors mentor and guide youth in residential facilities operated by the Division for Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth (DJJOY). They are responsible for the supervision, evaluation and guidance of youthful offenders, juvenile offenders or at-risk youth referred to OCFS. Develops, implements and monitors programs for resident youth. Plans, organizes and conducts individual group discussions. Guides youth in adjusting to a facility's programs by identifying problems that affect the youths' behavior and attitudes and by developing an appropriate rehabilitation program. Serves as a member of the facility's residential program group, or decision-making body. Develops, maintains and submits required records and reports. May supervise Youth Support Assistants and Youth Support Specialists. Additional duties will be discussed in detail during the interview.
Job Function
Youth Counselors mentor and guide youth in residential facilities operated by the Division for Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth (DJJOY). They are responsible for the supervision, evaluation and guidance of youthful offenders, juvenile offenders or at-risk youth referred to OCFS. Develops, implements and monitors programs for resident youth. Plans, organizes and conducts individual group discussions. Guides youth in adjusting to a facility's programs by identifying problems that affect the youths' behavior and attitudes and by developing an appropriate rehabilitation program. Serves as a member of the facility's residential program group, or decision-making body. Develops, maintains and submits required records and reports. May supervise Youth Support Assistants and Youth Support Specialists. Additional duties will be discussed in detail during the interview.
Salary Range:
From $61270 to $77912 Annually
Minimum Qualification
One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in this title or in a title eligible for a 70.1 transfer OR 55b/c eligibility and meet the open competitive qualifications below OR Provisional / Open Competitive
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and two years of direct counseling, educational, clinical or supervisory experience in prevention, protection or rehabilitative programs for individuals between the ages of 10 and 21 years of age who are generally considered to be juvenile delinquents, youthful offenders, or youth residing in a residential setting which may include, youth who are diagnosed with mental or developmental disabilities, mental illness or addictions who could potentially become involved in the juvenile justice system. OR Provisional Transitional
Qualifications:
A current employee of the New York State Office of Children and Family Services AND a bachelor's degree AND one year of permanent, contingent-permanent, or non-competitive, or 55b/c service as a Youth Support Specialist. Note:
You must demonstrate and pass a Spanish Language test to show your ability to understand Spanish and to speak it fluently. This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Job Function
Youth Counselors mentor and guide youth in residential facilities operated by the Division for Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth (DJJOY). They are responsible for the supervision, evaluation and guidance of youthful offenders, juvenile offenders or at-risk youth referred to OCFS. Develops, implements and monitors programs for resident youth. Plans, organizes and conducts individual group discussions. Guides youth in adjusting to a facility's programs by identifying problems that affect the youths' behavior and attitudes and by developing an appropriate rehabilitation program. Serves as a member of the facility's residential program group, or decision-making body. Develops, maintains and submits required records and reports. May supervise Youth Support Assistants and Youth Support Specialists. Additional duties will be discussed in detail during the interview.
Salary Range:
From $61270 to $77912 Annually
Minimum Qualification
One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in this title or in a title eligible for a 70.1 transfer OR 55b/c eligibility and meet the open competitive qualifications below OR Provisional / Open Competitive
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and two years of direct counseling, educational, clinical or supervisory experience in prevention, protection or rehabilitative programs for individuals between the ages of 10 and 21 years of age who are generally considered to be juvenile delinquents, youthful offenders, or youth residing in a residential setting which may include, youth who are diagnosed with mental or developmental disabilities, mental illness or addictions who could potentially become involved in the juvenile justice system. OR Provisional Transitional
Qualifications:
A current employee of the New York State Office of Children and Family Services AND a bachelor's degree AND one year of permanent, contingent-permanent, or non-competitive, or 55b/c service as a Youth Support Specialist. Note:
You must demonstrate and pass a Spanish Language test to show your ability to understand Spanish and to speak it fluently. This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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