481 youth specialist jobs found

Department Information This position is open only to Colorado state residents. Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies at the locations below. About the Division of Youth Services: The Division of Youth Services (DYS) provides a continuum of residential and non-residential services that encompass juvenile detention, commitment, and parole. DYS is the agency statutorily mandated to provide for the care and supervision of youth committed by the District Court to the custody of the Colorado Department of Human Services. The Division operates fifteen secure facilities that serve youth between the ages of 10 and 21, who are pre-adjudicated, sentenced, or committed. The Division also contracts with numerous private residential and non-residential service providers throughout the State. For pre-adjudicated youth, the Division is also responsible for the management and oversight of Colorado Youth Detention Continuum, a...

La Causa Inc. Social Services is committed to empowering youth and young adults with complex mental health, developmental, and behavioral needs as well as their families through compassion, collaboration, and community-based support. We are seeking a motivated and recovery-focused Certified Peer Specialist to join our Youth Coordinated Opportunities for Recovery & Empowerment (CORE) and Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) teams. In this role, you will use your own lived experience in recovery to inspire, guide, and support young people in achieving their personal goals and building a foundation for long-term wellness. Why Join La Causa, Inc.? Meaningful work that supports youth and families on their path to recovery Collaboration with experienced and compassionate professionals Opportunities for professional development and career advancement Comprehensive benefits and paid leave—including a day off for your birthday! Your Role: As a Certified Peer...

Department Information This position is open to current Colorado residents only. Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies at the locations below About the Division of Youth Services : The Division of Youth Services (DYS) provides a continuum of residential and non-residential services that encompass juvenile detention, commitment, and parole. DYS is the agency statutorily mandated to provide for the care and supervision of youth committed by the District Court to the custody of the Colorado Department of Human Services. The Division operates fifteen secure facilities that serve youth between the ages of 10 and 21, who are pre-adjudicated, sentenced, or committed. The Division also contracts with numerous private residential and non-residential service providers throughout the State. For pre-adjudicated youth, the Division is also responsible for the management and oversight of Colorado Youth Detention Continuum, a State-funded,...

Job Description: We are looking for a Youth Support Specialist to join our team right now! Come find your purpose while you make valuable, rewarding impacts in the lives of the individuals we serve. Develop supportive, nurturing, and empowering relationships with adolescents as they transition into adulthood. As a leader in our Youth Transitional Services program, you will provide impactful, one-on-one guidance for adolescents with disabilities and at-risk youth to position them for success in life. Become a trusted role model, fostering a compassionate environment for our youth as they work to achieve their goals. Whether you are offering educational support, career coaching, personal skill development, or fostering their overall social health and wellness; you will help students grow and thrive within their communities. Qualifications: Candidates must be 18 years or older Possess a High School Diploma or GED Two years of work history Ability to...

Youth Employment Specialist -- Part Time, Grant Funded The Youth Employment Specialist will initiate employment programming and activities for youth participants between the ages of 16 and 24. The Youth Employment Specialist will assess and develop youth participant employment skills and establish employment/career goals. This position will be expected to maintain attendance and participation records, and monitor youth participant progress toward their individual and program goals. A core activity is case management to motivate and assist participants in employment attainment. This position will have a primary assignment on the Newburgh campus, however, travel between the college's two campuses and other sites is required as needed. Job Requirements: Education Required : Associate's degree or higher Experience Required: Two (2) years of experience utilizing Youth Development principles to provide case management and advocacy...

Job ID: 373369 About the Job Title: Positive Youth Development Curriculum Adaptation Specialist Job Code: 0005 Casual Full/Part Time (FTE): Part time, 0 - 14 hours per week Pay range: $36-$46/hour Duration of appointment: Currently funded for up to one year Work location: St. Paul Campus, remote work Apply by: April 24, 2026 About the job: The position will develop high-quality, stakeholder-ready topic papers designed to create learning modules for those working with and on behalf of young people. These topic papers will inform the redesign and adaptation of a scaffolded Positive Youth Development curriculum aligned with the University of Minnesota REACH Lab Positive Youth Development (PYD) framework and Eccles & Gootman's Community Programs to Promote Youth Development (National Academy of Sciences, 2002). This position will work 0-14 hours a week (will never exceed 14 hours a week)...

Job Description: We are looking for Youth Support Specialists to join our team right now! Come find your purpose while you make valuable, rewarding impacts in the lives of the individuals we serve. Develop supportive, nurturing, and empowering relationships with adolescents as they transition into adulthood. As a leader in our Youth Transitional Services program, you will provide impactful, one-on-one guidance for adolescents with disabilities and at-risk youth to position them for success in life. Become a trusted role model, fostering a compassionate environment for our youth as they work to achieve their goals. Whether you are offering educational support, career coaching, personal skill development, or fostering their overall social health and wellness; you will help students grow and thrive within their communities. Qualifications: You must be at least 18 years or older to fill this position. A high school diploma or GED, as well as two years of work...

NY HELP Yes Agency Children & Family Services, Office of Title Youth Recreation Specialist 1 (NY HELPS) Occupational Category Other Professional Careers Salary Grade 14 Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) Salary Range From $53764 to $68630 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Variable Hours Per Week 40 Workday From 12 AM To 12 AM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? Yes Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? No County Suffolk Street Address Brentwood Residential Center City Dix Hills State NY Zip Code 11746 Duties Description As a Youth Recreation Specialist 1, you would be responsible for planning, supervising, and coordinating the youth recreation activities in an Office of Children and Family Services residential facility. Up to 20% of your time would be spent in dealing with...

Summer Middle School Youth Development Specialist Supervisor : Prescott W. Benson, MA – Director of Young Scholars Program & Young Scholars Summer Camp Academy Type of position : Summer Seasonal / Part-Time 20 hours per week Salary Range : BA Education or Social Sciences $26 – $31 per hour; non-degreed $18 – $26 per hour About LifeWise StL : Rooted in our foundation as Kingdom House since 1902, our mission is to help individuals and families achieve economic well-being by providing high-impact, relationship-based programming and by addressing systemic barriers to their success. Position Summary: As a leader of the Middle School Scholars at LifeWiseStL Summer Camp, you will play a pivotal role in helping Middle School Scholars gain critical Academic and Life skills. Necessary for future success in High School College, and Career, which includes the following: Organization, Self Advocacy, Communication, Creativity, Critical and Independent Thinking, and Community...

NY HELP No Agency Children & Family Services, Office of Title Youth Support Specialist (Permanent) Occupational Category Other Professional Careers Salary Grade 14 Bargaining Unit ISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA) Salary Range From $61702 to $68630 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Variable Hours Per Week 40 Workday From 12 AM To 12 AM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? Yes Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? No County Suffolk Street Address Brentwood Residential Center 1230 Commack Road City Dix Hills State NY Zip Code 11746 Duties Description The Youth Support Specialist (YSS) works directly to supervise court-placed youth, age 12-20, who reside at OCFS secure, limited-secure, and/or non-secure residential facilities. YSSs are part of a team that ensures that a facility is physically secure...

Youth Support Specialist- (DSP) A Great Opportunity / $18.25-$19.25 per hour / Middleburg Heights, OH At ViaQuest ICFs, our DSPs provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes. Training for this position is provided in its entirety! Apply today and make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve! What ViaQuest can offer you: Paid training including CPR, First Aid and Medication Administration courses and certifications. Paid daily orientation. Apply today, start earning pay tomorrow. Benefit package for full-time employees (including medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401k). Paid-time off. Premium holiday pay. Mileage reimbursement. Annual pay increases. A variety of schedules. Employee referral bonus program. This position is great for: Those interested in gaining more experience in the IDD field. Nursing assistants and those interested in pursuing a career as an...

Required Qualifications (must be documented on resume) Master’s degree completed at time of application in youth development, psychology, education, or a related discipline Knowledge of Minnesota Statutes related to youth-focused education on substance misuse prevention, treatment, and recovery At least two years of post–Master’s degree work experience in applied research, curriculum development, prevention programming, or youth-focused program design Experience conducting structured literature reviews and synthesizing research into topic papers or applied educational materials Demonstrated knowledge of Positive Youth Development (PYD) frameworks and social-emotional learning (SEL) principles Familiarity with substance misuse prevention research, particularly prevention efforts targeting youth and young adults under age 25 Experience translating research into practitioner-facing materials for community-based, Extension, or youth-serving organizations Demonstrated...

Location: Newburgh, NY Category: Grant Job Type: Part-time Posted On: Fri Apr 17 2026 Job Description: The Youth Employment Specialist will initiate employment programming and activities for youth participants between the ages of 16 and 24. The Youth Employment Specialist will assess and develop youth participant employment skills and establish employment/career goals. This position will be expected to maintain attendance and participation records, and monitor youth participant progress toward their individual and program goals. A core activity is case management to motivate and assist participants in employment attainment. This position will have a primary assignment on the Newburgh campus, however, travel between the college's two campuses and other sites is required as needed. Job Requirements: Education Required : Associate's degree or higher Experience Required: Two (2) years of experience utilizing Youth Development principles to provide case...

Program Overview: Farm Fork Program Teaches young people hands-on knowledge of food cultivation, preparation, and preservation. The program connects youth to sustainable food practices, cultural food traditions, nutrition, and life skills while promoting food security, wellness, and community engagement. Position Summary: The Culinary support specialist is responsible for designing, hands-on learning experiences that teach youth how to grow, prepare, and preserve food. This role blends culinary arts, nutrition education, and food preservation techniques while fostering creativity, responsibility, and teamwork among participants. Key Responsibilities: Instruction & Program Delivery Instruct participants in basic to intermediate culinary skills, including knife safety, cooking techniques, and recipe preparation Incorporate lessons on nutrition, food safety, sustainability, and cultural food traditions Adapt lessons to different age groups and learning...

Agency Overview Youthworks is a nonprofit organization whose mission is helping ensure that all youth have a safe place to belong and be heard. For 40 years, Youthworks has walked alongside young people ages 12 to 24 across North Dakota and western Minnesota as they navigate challenges, build stability, and shape their futures. We believe every young person has the capacity to grow, lead, and contribute when provided safety, connection, and opportunity, and our work is grounded in that belief. Through a strengths based and relational approach, Youthworks partners with youth to create spaces where they feel supported, respected, and valued. Youthworks is committed to being a safe and inclusive community for all youth, regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion class, educational background, sexual orientation, gender identity, or ability status. Our programs are rooted in trauma informed care and Positive Youth Development and are designed to respond to both...

NY HELP No Agency Children & Family Services, Office of Title Youth Support Specialist (Hourly) Occupational Category Enforcement or Protective Services Salary Grade NS Bargaining Unit ISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA) Salary Range From $29.55 to $29.55 Hourly Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Temporary Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Variable Hours Per Week 40 Workday From 12 AM To 12 AM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? Yes Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? No County Columbia Street Address Brookwood Secure Center 419 Spook Rock Road City Claverack State NY Zip Code 12513 Duties Description The Youth Support Specialist (YSS) works directly to supervise court-placed youth, age 12-20, who reside at OCFS secure, limited-secure, and/or non-secure residential facilities. YSSs are part of a team that ensures that a facility is physically secure...

NY HELP No Agency Children & Family Services, Office of Title Youth Support Specialist (Permanent) Occupational Category Other Professional Careers Salary Grade 14 Bargaining Unit ISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA) Salary Range From $61702 to $68630 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Variable Hours Per Week 40 Workday From 12 AM To 12 AM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? Yes Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? No County Columbia Street Address Brookwood Secure Center 419 Spook Rock Road City Claverack State NY Zip Code 12513 Duties Description The Youth Support Specialist (YSS) works directly to supervise court-placed youth, age 12-20, who reside at OCFS secure, limited-secure, and/or non-secure residential facilities. YSSs are part of a team that ensures that a facility is physically secure...

NY HELP No Agency Children & Family Services, Office of Title Youth Support Specialist (Hourly) Occupational Category Other Professional Careers Salary Grade NS Bargaining Unit ISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA) Salary Range From $29.55 to $29.55 Hourly Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Temporary Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Variable Hours Per Week 40 Workday From 12 AM To 12 AM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? Yes Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? No County Ulster Street Address Highland Residential Center 629 North Chodikee Lake Road, City Highland State NY Zip Code 12528 Duties Description The Youth Support Specialist (YSS) works directly to supervise court-placed youth, age 12-20, who reside at OCFS secure, limited-secure, and/or non-secure residential facilities. YSSs are part of a team that ensures that a facility is physically secure...

Youth Support Specialist- (DSP) A Great Opportunity / $18.25 - $19.25 hourly, Mansfield At ViaQuest ICFs, our DSPs provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes. Training for this position is provided in its entirety so no experience is required! Apply today and make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve! What ViaQuest can offer you: Paid training including CPR, First Aid and Medication Administration courses and certifications. Paid daily orientation. Apply today, start earning pay tomorrow. Benefit package for full-time employees (including medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401k). Paid-time off. Premium holiday pay. Mileage reimbursement. Annual pay increases. A variety of schedules available. Employee referral bonus program. This position is great for: Candidates without experience. We provide training! Those who are interested in starting a career in...

Job Description: We are looking for Youth Support Specialists to join our team right now! Come find your purpose while you make valuable, rewarding impacts in the lives of the individuals we serve. Develop supportive, nurturing, and empowering relationships with adolescents as they transition into adulthood. As a leader in our Youth Transitional Services program, you will provide impactful, one-on-one guidance for adolescents with disabilities and at-risk youth to position them for success in life. Become a trusted role model, fostering a compassionate environment for our youth as they work to achieve their goals. Whether you are offering educational support, career coaching, personal skill development, or fostering their overall social health and wellness; you will help students grow and thrive within their communities. Qualifications: You must be at least 18 years or older to fill this position. A high school diploma or GED, as well as two years of work...

NY HELP No Agency Children & Family Services, Office of Title Youth Support Specialist (Hourly) Occupational Category Other Professional Careers Salary Grade NS Bargaining Unit ISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA) Salary Range From $29.55 to $29.55 Hourly Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Temporary Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Variable Hours Per Week 40 Workday From 12 AM To 12 AM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? Yes Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? No County Oneida Street Address Taberg Residential Center 10011 Taberg Florence Road City Taberg State NY Zip Code 13471 Duties Description The Youth Support Specialist (YSS) works directly to supervise court-placed youth, aged 12-20, who reside at OCFS secure, limited-secure, and/or non-secure residential facilities. YSSs are part of a team that ensures that a facility is physically secure...

Job Requisition ID: 53923 Opening Date: 04/03/2026 Closing Date: 04/17/2026 11:59 pm Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice Class Title: JUV JUSTICE YTH & FAM SPEC SPVSR (21995) Skill Option: None Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated starting salary is $7,665/month (Step 1B); CBA applies; Full Range: $7,665-$11,162/mo Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Winnebago Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: CU500 Supervisory Employees in Corrections and Juvenile Justice, AFSCME effective July 1, 2019 Merit Comp Code: This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the...

NY HELP No Agency Children & Family Services, Office of Title Youth Support Specialist (Permanent) Occupational Category Other Professional Careers Salary Grade 14 Bargaining Unit ISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA) Salary Range From $61702 to $68630 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Contingent Permanent Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Variable Hours Per Week 40 Workday From 12 AM To 12 AM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? Yes Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? No County Ulster Street Address Highland Residential Center 629 North Chodikee Lake Road City Highland State NY Zip Code 12528 Duties Description The Youth Support Specialist (YSS) works directly to supervise court-placed youth, age 12-20, who reside at OCFS secure, limited-secure, and/or non-secure residential facilities. YSSs are part of a team that ensures that a facility is...

Department Information This position is open to current Colorado residents only. Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies at the locations below About the Division of Youth Services : The Division of Youth Services (DYS) provides a continuum of residential and non-residential services that encompass juvenile detention, commitment, and parole. DYS is the agency statutorily mandated to provide for the care and supervision of youth committed by the District Court to the custody of the Colorado Department of Human Services. The Division operates fifteen secure facilities that serve youth between the ages of 10 and 21, who are pre-adjudicated, sentenced, or committed. The Division also contracts with numerous private residential and non-residential service providers throughout the State. For pre-adjudicated youth, the Division is also responsible for the management and oversight of Colorado Youth Detention Continuum, a State-funded,...