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AgencyChildren & Family Services, Office of
TitleChildren and Family Services Specialist 2
Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $90582 to $114585 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Street Address Capital View Office Park - Community Partnership Associate Commissioner
52 Washington Street
Duties Description The Children and Family Services Specialist 2 will serve as the Statewide Family Engagement Coordinator (SFEC), and will spearhead the Statewide OCFS Family Engagement curriculum and framework. The SFEC will provide in person leadership, guidance and support to seven Family Engagement Specialists statewide. Families involved with the juvenile justice system may experience significant and complex challenges, including barriers to communication, transportation and travel to visitation, financial and logistical difficulties and the stress and uncertainty associated with having youth involved in the system. The SFEC must demonstrate empathy, compassion, cultural responsiveness, sound judgment and an understanding of the diverse experiences and needs of youth and their families, while also maintaining professionalism, accountability and organizational skills necessary to carry out programmatic and administrative responsibilities.
The SFEC will
• Visit each regional office at least once (1xs)per quarter and each DJJOY facility at least twice(2xs) per year.
• Oversee, maintain and develop family engagement events, activities and meetings for families of youth involved in the juvenile justice system
• Work closely with OCFS staff to provide support and technical assistance regarding family engagement to OCFS Community Multi-Services Offices (CMSOs), as well as staff in OCFS facilities, authorized agencies and community organizations
• Maintain and enhance established relationships between OCFS, the Division of Criminal Justice Services SNUG program, community partners and other stakeholders to promote meaningful family engagement and strengthen support for youth and families
In addition, the incumbent will be responsible for performing the following duties:
• Supervise and support the statewide Family Engagement team, consisting of Family Engagement Specialists and Peer Specialists, statewide
• Provide technical supervision, consultation, guidance and support to the Regional OCFS Family Engagement Specialists in close collaboration with the assigned CMSO supervisor (s).
• Foster a family-centered, trauma informed, culturally responsive approach to family engagement, ensuring that the perspectives, needs and experiences of youth and family inform program practice and activities
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with youth, OCFS staff, community partners and other stakeholders, demonstrating professionalism, empathy, respect and responsiveness in all interactions
• Prepare written correspondence, policy directives, reports, guidance documents and other materials related to Family Engagement
• Analyze, develop, maintain, and update documentation related to family engagement work as required.
• Collaborate with DCJS SNUG program staff to ensure that MOU expectations are fulfilled for both OCFS and DCJS assigned staff
• Coordinate, develop and support statewide Family Engagement events, activities, meetings and initiatives that promote meaningful connections between youth and families
• Identify barriers to family engagement and collaborate with OCFS staff and community partners to develop practical and responsive solutions that support families’ participation in the juvenile justice process
• Participate in special assignments as directed by the Bureau Director or Associate Commissioner for Community Partnerships.
Minimum Qualifications One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in this title or in a title eligible for 70.1 transfer.
This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.
Additional Comments 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.
Name New York State Office of Children and Family Services
Email Address eoajobpostings@ocfs.ny.gov
Address
Street Bureau of Personnel -MED
52 Washington Street, 231 North
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.