Job description

Youth Program Specialist

North Little Rock, Arkansas

Job #25244

Apply Online (required)-Copy & paste link into your browser: https://arcareers.arkansas.gov/job/North-Little-Rock-YOUTH-PROGRAM-SPECIALIST-AR-72199/966668700/

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

Bachelor's degree NOT required nor is the one full year of experience listed for this specific role. High School diploma or GED is all that is required.

**All applicants must meet qualifications in BOLD below in order to be considered for this position**

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.

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

Ability to participate in physical fitness activities is required.

May be required to wear a uniform and maintain military-style grooming and appearance.

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

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.

Minimum Qualifications: Requires a high school diploma or GED; plus one year of specialized or related youth experience is preferred but not required.

Salary/Benefits:

This position has an adjusted rate starting at $30,000 that increases every 6 months and again at 1 year.

Learn more about DHS: The Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) is the state's largest agency with 6,500 employees working in 80+ county offices serving more than one million people. Employees work in 9 major divisions to provide services to Arkansas citizens. DHS 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 childcare 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. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others. Go to: https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/

“The State of Arkansas does not discriminate in access to employment opportunities or in employment or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.”

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• youth or mentoring: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Arkansas Drivers License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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