Youth Counselor 1
The CMSO provides direct case management services to youth who are in the custody of OCFS during all custodial phases of their commitment to OCFS and while under supervision in the community. Plays a critical role as a primary member of the youth's Support Team, by serving as an informed voice for the youth and family and working to assist the team in understanding the youth and family's needs related to long-term success. Continually assesses and draws upon the strengths and assets of youth and their family/caregivers to facilitate development of positive behaviors to achieve success in the community and to help the youth avoid further involvement with the justice system. Facilitates the youths' transition from facility of placement to the community through advocating on the behalf of youth and family with stakeholders in the facility and community including the Facility YC, the family, local departments of social services, probation, parole, schools, mental health, development disabilities services and other relevant stakeholders. Also provides case management and supervision of the youth in the community while providing services to the family. The position requires extensive travel to facilities and field work in the community. Also may complete specialty functions as a Court Liaison, Intake Worker or Juvenile Offender Specialist. Additional duties will be discussed in detail during the interview.
Job Function
The CMSO provides direct case management services to youth who are in the custody of OCFS during all custodial phases of their commitment to OCFS and while under supervision in the community. Plays a critical role as a primary member of the youth's Support Team, by serving as an informed voice for the youth and family and working to assist the team in understanding the youth and family's needs related to long-term success. Continually assesses and draws upon the strengths and assets of youth and their family/caregivers to facilitate development of positive behaviors to achieve success in the community and to help the youth avoid further involvement with the justice system. Facilitates the youths' transition from facility of placement to the community through advocating on the behalf of youth and family with stakeholders in the facility and community including the Facility YC, the family, local departments of social services, probation, parole, schools, mental health, development disabilities services and other relevant stakeholders. Also provides case management and supervision of the youth in the community while providing services to the family. The position requires extensive travel to facilities and field work in the community. Also may complete specialty functions as a Court Liaison, Intake Worker or Juvenile Offender Specialist. Additional duties will be discussed in detail during the interview.
Salary Range:
From $61270 to $77912 Annually
Minimum Qualification
Open to the Public:
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. OR Current OCFS Employees:
Current employee of the New York State Office of Children and Family Services, with a bachelor's degree AND one year of permanent, contingent-permanent, non-competitive, or 55-b/55-c service as a Cadet Leader 2 or Youth Support Specialist.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Job Function
The CMSO provides direct case management services to youth who are in the custody of OCFS during all custodial phases of their commitment to OCFS and while under supervision in the community. Plays a critical role as a primary member of the youth's Support Team, by serving as an informed voice for the youth and family and working to assist the team in understanding the youth and family's needs related to long-term success. Continually assesses and draws upon the strengths and assets of youth and their family/caregivers to facilitate development of positive behaviors to achieve success in the community and to help the youth avoid further involvement with the justice system. Facilitates the youths' transition from facility of placement to the community through advocating on the behalf of youth and family with stakeholders in the facility and community including the Facility YC, the family, local departments of social services, probation, parole, schools, mental health, development disabilities services and other relevant stakeholders. Also provides case management and supervision of the youth in the community while providing services to the family. The position requires extensive travel to facilities and field work in the community. Also may complete specialty functions as a Court Liaison, Intake Worker or Juvenile Offender Specialist. Additional duties will be discussed in detail during the interview.
Salary Range:
From $61270 to $77912 Annually
Minimum Qualification
Open to the Public:
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. OR Current OCFS Employees:
Current employee of the New York State Office of Children and Family Services, with a bachelor's degree AND one year of permanent, contingent-permanent, non-competitive, or 55-b/55-c service as a Cadet Leader 2 or Youth Support Specialist.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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