YOUTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Date: Apr 11, 2024

Req ID: 31898

Location:

North Little Rock, AR, US, 72199

Category: AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES

Anticipated Starting Salary: $26,033.90

Position Number: 22089202
County: Pulaski; Faulkner; Lonoke; Saline
Posting End Date: 12/31/9999
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. Some positions are 100% Federally Funded positions and renewable year to year. Ask your Hiring Official if you have questions.
DYS Diviision of Youth Services, Camp Robinson - Civilian Student Training Program

NOTE: This position requires devoted individuals with a passion for helping Arkansas’ youth gain the skills and discipline they need to be valuable members of society.

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. Shift is subject to change.

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

Ability to participate in physical fitness activities is required.

Most important job duties: Providing physical training, drill and ceremony instruction, and individual performance/behavioral counseling.

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.

NOTE: This position requires devoted individuals with a passion for helping Arkansas’ youth gain the skills and discipline they need to be valuable members of society.

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.

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

Ability to participate in physical fitness activities is required.

Most important job duties: Providing physical training, drill and ceremony instruction, and individual performance/behavioral counseling.

Position Information

Class Code: M070C

Grade: GS03

FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT

Salary Range: $26,034.00 - $37,749.00

Summary

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.

Functions

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.

Dimensions

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of United States Army FM 22-5 and FM 21-20 drill and ceremony standards and procedures. Knowledge of institution rules and regulations. Ability to oversee and direct students in the military youth program. Ability to observe students and write detailed reports regarding student behavior and progress. Ability to advise and counsel students.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus one year of specialized or related experience. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

None

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.