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The date on which the vacancy post was submitted.Date Posted 01/22/25
The last date that applications will be accepted.Applications Due02/21/25
This is the unique identifier for this vacancy.Vacancy ID178917
Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPNo
The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyChildren & Family Services, Office of
The job title for the vacancy.TitleYouth Support Assistant (Perm)
The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary Grade09
The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA)
The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $41399 to $50884 Annually
Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Full-Time
This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Permanent
Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 0%
This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Variable
The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week 40
Workday
If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No
If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? Yes
If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No
If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? No
The county in which the vacancy is located. County Tompkins
The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address Finger Lakes Residential Center
250 Auburn Road
The city where the vacancy is located. City Lansing
The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). StateNY
The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code14882
The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Maintain facility security.
Key control.
Perimeter inspections.
Vehicle and visitor checks for contraband.
Camera surveillance of facility.
Monitor movement throughout the facility.
Youth Support Assistants are required to attend training in approved Office of Children and Family Services restraint techniques two times a year (four hours each).
Additional duties will be discussed in detail during the interview.
These positions exist in secure, limited secure and residential programs operated by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services. Anticipated vacancies are located throughout the state.
The nature of this position requires shift, weekend, holidays, and overtime assignment, including mandatory overtime.
The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications One year of full-time experience in the care and programming of youth* from ages 6-21; OR
Possession of a high school or equivalency diploma
*Direct –care experience with youth involved in the juvenile justice system or in an institution, camp, school, community center, youth rehabilitation program, mental health or correctional institution or residential center.
Satisfactory completion of the probation period must include successful completion of the Basic Academy Training’s six-week training course, possession of a valid New York State motor vehicle operator’s license, ability to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State and participation in ongoing restraint training and other training, as required.
Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments Please specify in your cover letter and/or resume how you meet the minimum qualifications (as described above) when responding to this posting. For example, you should provide specific date ranges for qualifying experience, qualifying education or certifications, or the age range of individuals served. Non-specific submissions may be disqualified from further consideration if the information you provide does not meet the minimum qualifications.
Appropriate verifiable part-time experience will be accepted on a prorated basis.
These positions exist in secure, limited secure and residential programs operated by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services. Anticipated vacancies are located throughout the state. The nature of this position requires shift, weekend, holidays, and overtime assignment, including mandatory overtime.
Background Investigation Requirements:
1) All prospective employees will be investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC), which includes State and federal Criminal History Record Checks. All convictions must be reported; conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, or any falsified or omitted information on the prospective appointee’s employment application, may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment. Each case will be determined on its own merits, consistent with the applicable provisions of State and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Prospective employees will be fingerprinted in order to obtain a record of their criminal history information, and may be required to pay any necessary fees.
2) All prospective employees will be screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees will be required to pay any necessary fees.
3) For Division of Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth (DJJOY) prospective appointees will be checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment and may have their names removed from the eligible list(s) for the title(s) if applicable.
The Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) is an equal opportunity employer. OCFS does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We devote special attention to dismantling racial injustice and recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We are committed to the diversity of our staff, and encourage applicants from marginalized communities to apply. In furtherance of Executive Order 31 and OCFS’s mission to have a diverse workforce, all people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All applicants must be dedicated to working in and sustaining an environment of inclusion that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned and lived expertise, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our staff. Applicants of all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name New York State Office of Children and Family Services
The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone 518-473-7936
The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax 518-473-6122
Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address eoajobpostings@ocfs.ny.gov
Address
The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street Bureau of Personnel - ERS
52 Washington Street, 231 North
The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Rensselaer
The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY
The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 12144
Instructions for potential applicants.Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should e-mail their resume and letter of interest to eoajobpostings@ocfs.ny.gov You MUST include the Vacancy number of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. In order to qualify you for the position when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by OCFS Personnel for your social security number to confirm your employment history.