YOUTH WORKER, CHILDREN'S SERVICES

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YOUTH WORKER, CHILDREN'S SERVICES

Los Angeles County Los Angeles, California, United States

Job Description:

YOUTH WORKER, CHILDREN'S SERVICES

Description

Position/Program Information

FIRST DAY OF FILING:

10/16/2024 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.

ONLINE FILING ONLY.

EXAM NUMBER:
T8246F

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY

DEFINITION:
Participates in a 12-month on-the-job training program or a training assignment in one of a variety of entry level jobs, including those in the clerical, crafts, and institutional support services, in various County departments.

CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:
Incumbents of the temporary positions allocable to this class, participate in on-the-job training programs or training assignments individually structured and monitored by the departments to which they are assigned. Successful completion of the programs or assignments prepare the incumbents to compete for entry level jobs in the area in which they have received training. Incumbents may receive formal or informal instructions in the basic principles, which identify the responsibilities, and govern the satisfactory performance of the duties of the job. Additionally, under the direct supervision of a working or first level supervisor, incumbents receive practical guided work experience which prepares them for entry level assignments, or to continue educational pursuits in the particular field. Assignments may be on all shifts in departments that have 24-hour responsibility.

Essential Job Functions



Requirements

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:
Current or former foster youth with the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), at least 16* years of age to under 21** years of age.
AND

Current enrollment or completion of the Independent Living Program*** (ILP) with DCFS within 24 months of the date of application submission.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:

We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.

*Candidates under the age of 18 must present a work permit at the time of appointment.

**Applicants must meet the age requirement at the time of filing, and at the time of appointment. Some positions may require applicants to meet specific age limitations at the time of appointment.

***Applicant's status with the Independent Living Program will be verified by the Youth Development Services Division of the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Currentenrollment in an accredited High School**** or possession of a High School Diploma**** or a GED Certificate**** or passed the State Proficiency Exam****.

****In order to receive educational credit, applicants must attach a legible copy of an official diploma/certificate orcopy ofofficial transcripts (you may open the sealed envelope of the official transcripts and provide us a copy) or copy of an official letter from the accredited institution's office which shows your current enrollment status and start date with the application at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of filing your online application.

PHYSICAL CLASS:

2 - Light: This class includes administrative positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

Additional Information

EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination will consist of an evaluation of Training and Education based on application information and desirable qualifications, weighted 100%.

Candidate must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the Eligible Register.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:

The names of candidates receiving a passing score in this examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months following the date of promulgation.

Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis, and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly.

All notifications (e.g., Notice of Non-Acceptance, Notice of Results, etc.) will be emailed.

Scores cannot be given over the telephone.

NO PERSON MAY COMPETE FOR THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY SIX (6) MONTHS.

SPECIAL INFORMATION:

FINGERPRINTING CLEARANCE AND BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION:

Department of Children and Family Services employees are fingerprinted and subject to a criminal background check by the State Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation. Employment is contingent upon passing the background checks. An individual with job-related convictions as defined by the County policy (PPG 514) or the requirements of a "sensitive position" may be withheld from appointment or may be discharged.

FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.

VACANCY INFORMATION:
The resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill various vacancies throughout the Department of Children and Family Services.

AVAILABLE SHIFT:
ANY - Appointees must be willing to work after hours, weekend shifts and holidays.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:

Applicants are required to submit a standard Los Angeles County Employment Application online and complete the Supplemental Questionnaire to be considered for this examination. Paper applications and/or resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of online applications. All applicants MUST complete the filing process ONLINE (via electronic submission). Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. We must receive your application by 5:00 p.m. (PT) on the last day of filing.

Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements and complete the S upple mental Questionnaire . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided, so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.

Note: It is recommended that all required documents are attached to your application and submitted at the time of filing. If you are unable to attach the required documents, you may e-mail them to DCFSExams@dcfs.lacounty.gov at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of filing. Please make sure to reference your full name (Las t, First name), examination title and number on the subject line of your e-mail. Any missing required documents not submitted by the deadline will result in your application being rejected as incomplete.

Apply online by clicking on the " APPLY" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application by using this website.

All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment.

IMPORTANT NOTES:
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT LIBRARIES:
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the Internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.

NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.

Department Contact Name: Joanna Enriquez
Department Contact Phone: (213) 351-5898
Department Contact Email: Dcfsexams@dcfs.lacounty.gov
Testing Accommodations Coordinator: dcfsexams@dcfs.lacounty.gov
California Relay Services Phone:
(800) 735-2922
Teletype Phone:
( 800) 735-2929

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Salary:

$17.49 Hourly
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