Youth Services Specialist I Substitute 2526-0088 presso Contra Costa County Office Of Education

The Contra Costa County Office of Education is a unique agency. One of 58 counties in the state of California, Contra Costa County has the 11th largest public school student population in the state. Officially established in 1932, the CCCOE has a long history of providing direct services to some of our county's most vulnerable students, including young people who are incarcerated, homeless or in foster care, as well as students who have severe physical or emotional challenges. CCCOE also provides support services to schools and school districts in Contra Costa County; services that can be handled most effectively and economically on a regional basis rather than by each of the county's 261 schools or 18 school districts. These services range from budget approval and fiscal support, to technology infrastructure and communication support. In addition, CCCOE provides some of the best, high level professional development opportunities for educators in the entire state. The County Office of Education is an essential part of Contra Costa's outstanding public school system. Overall, our county's students rank high on virtually every measure of achievement – from test scores to college entrance rates. For more information about the County Office's programs and services, we invite you to visit our website at www.cccoe.k12.ca.us

Under direction, performs a variety of specialized duties to identify and connect students to career and academic opportunities and internships through career guidance, vocational assessment, academic counseling, training, education and placement services; provides information to students and County staff; provides assistance for a wide variety of assignments related to the development and implementation of youth services; and performs related duties as assigned. To ensure continuity of services and minimize disruption for youth, this position will serve as a substitute coverage person who will provide case management support when another Youth Services Specialist is on leave or when there is a vacancy.

The Human Resources Department of the Contra Costa County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please call (925) 942-3387.

Candidates for this position must possess the following: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business administration, education, psychology, or a related field and two (2) years of experience. OR Four (4) years, of the following experience: full-time case management experience providing services to students who are in foster care, experiencing homelessness, and/or justice involved. Additional experience in providing services in vocational or instructional environments preferred. Valid California Driver’s License The successful candidate for this position will serve system-involved youth, such as those who are in or impacted by foster care, the juvenile justice system, or are experiencing homelessness. Responsibilities include supporting youth in career readiness, connecting them to career pathways, and preparing them for employment. Services may involve educational planning, job readiness training, and coordination of work-based learning opportunities. Position is in Workforce programs providing work place readiness skills, work placement and educational case management for our Contra Costa Opportunity Youth, ages 16-24. This position is based at the CCCOE office and includes travel to district schools and community locations to ensure high-quality service delivery and to effectively meet program goals. Please note that Youth Services positions are grant-funded, and continued employment is contingent upon the availability of ongoing funding. Applications will only be considered complete when the EDJOIN application is complete (including all supplemental questions) and the attachments listed below are included. 1. Current Resume. 2. A Current Letter of Introduction 3. Current Letter(s) of recommendation, preferred.

Salary per month on a five-step salary range. Comprehensive benefits included.

Assist opportunity youth with educational and employment case management services. Provide support to ensure youth is on track to graduate and engage in employability trainings and explore career pathways, vocational trainings and post secondary options.