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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 08/29/17

Applications Due09/28/17

Vacancy ID43442

AgencyChildren & Family Services, Office of

TitleYouth Counselor 1

Occupational CategoryEnforcement or Protective Services

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $55494 to $70566 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address Capital District CMSO

35 Taft Avenue

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12203

Minimum Qualifications One year of permanent competitive service as a Youth Counselor 1 or Youth Counselor 1 Spanish Language or in a title eligible for a 70.1 transfer

OR 55 b/c eligibility with a 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.

Note: If you are reachable on the Youth Counselor 1 list, you will receive a canvass letter.

Duties Description The CMSO YC 1 (Court Liaison) will complete specialty functions as a Court Liaison and Initial Intake Worker.

The Upstate Court Liaison will represent the New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Division of Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth, Bureau of Community Services in County Family courts and in Youth Parts in County/Supreme Courts pertaining to various court proceedings.

Performs Court Liaison functions in all assigned counties as directed by the Intake Supervisor. Understands and demonstrates a working knowledge of the New York State Family Court Act and Executive Law that pertains to Juvenile Delinquents, Restricted Juvenile Delinquents, Adolescent Offenders, Juvenile Offenders, and Juvenile Offenders with Youthful Offender Status.

Requests and receives Extension of Placement/Permanency petitions and supporting documentation from facility and CMSO staff. Reviews said documents for completeness and accuracy; returning documents to the petitioner for any necessary revisions. Ensures timely filing of petitions, affidavits to show cause, supplemental petitions, Be thoroughly prepared and appear at all required hearings. and motions pursuant to local court rules.

Serves as the OCFS liaison with the Parent/Guardian and youth during the placement court process and supplemental court proceedings


Additional duties will be discussed in detail during the interview.

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.

Qualified Veterans may be eligible for an on-the-job stipend from the Veteran’s Administration, as the training program for this position is an approved program for GI Bill On-The-Job Training Benefits.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name New York State Office of Children and Family Services

Telephone 518-473-7936

Fax 518-474-0017

Email Address eoajobpostings@ocfs.ny.gov

Address

Street Bureau of Personnel, EOA #17-426 MED

52 Washington Street 231 North

City Renssealer

State NY

Zip Code 12144

 

Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should send a resume and cover letter giving the Title, Location, and EOA Number of the position being applied for. Please provide your email address and your work, home and cell phone numbers. 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.

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