YOUTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Position Number: 22089109 
County: Pulaski 
Posting End Date: 03/31/2023 
Anticipated Starting Salary: $26,033.90   Entry rate for this position is $30,000.00 with an increase to $31,892.00 at 6 mos., and another increase to $34,820.00 at 1 yr.; with no performance issues. 

DYS Division of Youth Services -   Camp Robinson - Civilian Student Training Program

HIRING OFFICIAL:  Stella Phillips

                 **All applicants must meet the requirements in RED below in order to be considered for this position**

One full year of experience is not required- per hiring official

NOTE: The ideal candidate will have a heart for helping youth find their future by getting their lives back on track.

Special Requirements 

Must be able to work shifts that may include days, nights, weekends, holidays and during inclement weather events in order to provide coverage for a 24-hour facility.

This position will be working with adjudicated youth; employees may be subject to verbal abuse from students.

Must possess and must maintain a valid Arkansas Driver's License and meet the eligibility requirements covered by the state insurance policy.

Required to wear a CSTP Issued Uniform and maintain military style grooming and appearance.

Ability to participate in physical fitness activities is required.

Job Summary, Duties & Responsibilities

The Youth Program Specialist is responsible for providing physical training and guidance to students in the program. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Conducts drill and ceremony instruction, according to standards and procedures outlined in the United States Army FM 22-5. Performs individual and squad drill procedures, instructing students on the more complex movements and execution of commands. Executes drill and ceremony procedures in daily activities, to include all movements of assigned students. Conducts physical training with assigned students, according to United States Army FM 22-5 and Army FM 21-20 and performs physical training as an instructor and as a participant. Performs individual counseling in the area of performance, personal problems, and behavioral problems. Performs other duties as assigned.

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.