YOUTH SERVICES SPECIALIST 3750

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class provides specialized administrative and technical services to the public and private organizations engaged in developing youth programs. The incumbent serves as a Youth Bureau consultant to the county agencies, local governments and grassroots groups to coordinate new and existing services. Under the supervision of an administrative supervisor, the employee assists in the development of countywide programs for youth. Work is reviewed through conferences and written reports. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Assists contract agencies in the development and conduct of youth service programs;

Identifies programmatic problems, and works with public and private agencies to remedy them;

Consults with County, town and community agencies, and serves as liaison among them;

Recommends methods to achieve goals of new and established youth programs;

Prepares written reports on delivery of services, programs objectives and program evaluations.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of developing and conducting youth programs; thorough knowledge of the services available to youth in public and private agencies; ability to coordinate the available resources to provide cogent viable service programs; ability to secure community support, and serve in a liaison capacity among the participating groups; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Graduation from a New York State or Regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience in youth services, youth programs and/or youth employment programs.

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SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive

RR 1/22/03