THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE OFFERED A SALARY BETWEEN $69,-$79,.

ONLY PERMANENT EMPLOYEES SERVING IN THE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST TITLE ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY.

The Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) protects and promotes the safety and well-being of children and families through child welfare and juvenile justice services and community supports.

ACS manages community-based supports and foster care services, and provides subsidized child care vouchers. ACS child protection staff respond to allegations of child maltreatment.

In juvenile justice, ACS oversees detention, placement and programs for youth in the community.

The Division of Youth and Family Justice (DYFJ) is responsible for oversight and management of secure and non-secure detention services for juveniles (e.

g., youths) and adolescent offenders awaiting disposition in family, criminal, and / or supreme courts. The unit oversees the day-to-day operation and coordinates educational services at our Non-Secure and Limited -Secure facilities for youth who have pending Family Court cases or have been adjudicated Juvenile delinquents and are a risk to the community.

ACS is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Associate Youth Development Specialist Level I (AYDSI) in its Court Services unit.

This position is an integral part of an interdisciplinary team responsible for the custody, direct care, supervision, counseling, and accountability of youths in the custody of the Administration for Children’s Services in juvenile detention facilities.

Under general supervision, with latitude for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative, AYDSI duties include, but are not limited to the following :

• Act as a court liaison and / or transportation coordinator in Court Services, including conferring with Judges, Court Clerks and Probation Officers regarding youth at Family Court.
• Assigned as the Court Liaison for Holiday / Weekend Arraignments.
• Monitor and ensure timely court runs and transports to NYC-area and upstate facilities.
• Respond to emergency situations such as calls for help with youth and crises in the facility.
• Oversee area security protocols such as searches and inspections.
• Supervise, mentor, coach and monitors the performance of Youth Development Specialists (YDS) in all aspects of their work, including understanding of and compliance with policies and procedures.
• Support staff in managing youth conflict using crisis intervention methods such as verbal de-escalation, reframing strategies and physical restraint techniques, using the least amount of physical intervention necessary;

debrief staff and youth after all incidents, including those requiring restraints.

• In their absence, performs the duties of their supervisor (Tour Commander) and / or subordinates (YDS).
• Maintain regular communication internally with Admissions, MCCU Movement, Communications, and Control Unit , and other Detention teams and externally with the Dept.

of Correction, Court Clerks, Office of Children and Family Service, Dept. of Probation, etc.

• Review admit data and validates paperwork prior to court transport.
• Supervise searches of youth.

Note : This is a 24 / 7 operation and applicants will be assigned to shifts and sites based on need.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE OFFERED A SALARY BETWEEN $69,-$79,.

Section -A of the New York Social Services Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child-caring responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report.

TO APPLY

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY USING ONE OF THE OPTIONS BELOW :

For current city employees, go to Employee Self Service (ESS), Recruiting Activities, Careers and search for Job ID#.

For all other applicants go to and search for Job ID#. Click on the "Apply" button.

If you do not have access to a computer, most public libraries have computers available for use.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Minimum Qualifications

1. A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State’s department of education or a recognized accrediting organization, and three years of full-time satisfactory experience working directly with juveniles or young adults (ages 10-24) in a group, community, educational, or institutional setting or program performing recreational, juvenile detention, vocational, mentoring, or anti-violence work;

or youth leadership development, young adult leadership development, youth and family health promotion, community organizing with youth and families, and / or closely related activities, which can include internships, volunteer work, athletic programs, or closely related experience; or

2. An associate degree from an accredited college or completion of 60 semester credits of study at an accredited college including or supplemented by two years and three months of full-time satisfactory experience as described in 1 above; or

3. An associate degree from an accredited college or completion of 60 semester credits of study at an accredited college, including or supplemented by 12 semester credits in social work, counseling, education, recreation, criminal justice, psychology, biology, sociology, human services or a closely related field;

and one year and nine months of full-time satisfactory experience as described in 1 above; or

4. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by one year and six months of full-time satisfactory experience as described in 1 above; or

5. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by 12 semester credits in social work, counseling, education, recreation, criminal justice, psychology, biology, sociology, human services or a closely related field and one year of full-time satisfactory experience as described in 1 above; or

6. A satisfactory combination of education and / or experience equivalent to 1 , 2 , or 3 above :

• a. Honorable full-time United States military service commanding young adults (up to age 24) may be substituted for experience as described in 1 above, on a year-for-year basis, up to a maximum of two years of military service for two years of experience;
• b. Academic coursework in social work, counseling, education, recreation, criminal justice, psychology, biology, sociology, human services or a closely related field may be substituted for experience as described in 1 above, at the rate of 12 semester credits from an accredited college for 6 months of experience;
• c. General undergraduate education may be substituted for experience as described in 1 above, at the rate of 60 semester credits from an accredited college for 9 months of experience;

However, all candidates must possess a four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and at least one year of full-time satisfactory experience as described in 1 above .

For Assignment to Assignment Level II

In addition to meeting the "Qualification Requirements" above, to be assigned to Assignment Level II, candidates must have at least one year of experience as an Associate Youth Development Specialist - Assignment Level I.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs.

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Residency RequirementNew York City Residency is not required for this position

Last updated : 2024-05-21