Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyChildren & Family Services, Office of

TitleTraining Specialist 1/Trainee 1/2 Juvenile Justice (NY HELPS)

Occupational CategoryEducation, Teaching

Salary GradeNS

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

Salary RangeFrom $52198 to $82656 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 50%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 6 AM

To 6 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Suffolk

Street Address Brentwood Residential Center

1230 Commack Road

City Dix Hills

StateNY

Zip Code11746

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in this title or in a title eligible for 70.1 or 52.6 transfer.
Open to the Public: This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS)*
A bachelor’s degree and two years of experience in providing direct care services for individuals between the ages of 10 and 21 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.
a Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.
This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.

Duties Description Become a trainer in all Division of Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth (DJJOY) Juvenile Justice Basic Training modules and other topics as needed.

Become an instructor in Crisis Prevention Management (CPM) and First Aid/CPR/AED

Conduct training sessions, or portions thereof, focusing on developing or refreshing skills of direct care staff. Conduct documented instruction and remedial training as needed.

Demonstrate skills including First Aid/CPR and self protection and physical restraint techniques. Participate in and provide coaching and support in simulation trainings.

Coach facility staff in implementation and proper use of various skills and techniques.

Work with supervisor and facility directors to develop and implement training specific to the individual program needs.

Work with the Instructional Design and Development Unit to develop and update curriculum.

Prepare lesson plans, instructional materials, and arrange classrooms.

Maintain training records, coordinate training space, and confirm participation of co-trainers, presenters, and participants.

Supervise Bureau of Training and Development staff.

Additional duties will be discussed during interview.

Additional Comments 50% Travel will be required. Applicant will need a valid driver’s license.

Prior to assuming responsibilities, participation in various mandatory trainings held in Rensselaer, and other locations state wide is required.

*For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non- competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.


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. 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.

Contact Information

Name New York State Office of Children and Family Services

Telephone 518-473-7936

Fax 518-473-6122

Email Address eoajobpostings@ocfs.ny.gov

Address

Street Bureau of Personnel - DMB

52 Washington Street, 231 North

City Rensselaer

State NY

Zip Code 12144

 

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.