NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) – Recruitment

Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 10am – 1pm

OCFS serves New York's public by promoting the safety, permanency and well-being of our children, families and communities.

Help others and your career thrive! All walk-ins welcome!

Held At: Brookwood Secure Center, 419 Spookrock Rd., Claverack, NY 12513
Region: Capital Region
County: Columbia
Event Type: Recruitment
Registration Information: No pre-registration required. Walk-in interviews!, Bring your resume and dress professional., HOW TO APPLY:, Qualified candidates should e-mail their resume and letter of interest to:, [email protected], *** You MUST include the Vacancy number of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application.
Job Openings: Available Positions:Youth Support Specialist:, Applications Due: 7/11/26, Compensation: $61,702 to $68,630 Annually, Vacancy ID: 217900, Duties:, Supervise court-placed youth, mentor and model positive behaviors, conflict resolution, taking opportunities to improve well-being of the facility community., Minimum Qualifications:, Two years full-time direct care experience* in the care and programming of youth ages 6-21, OR a bachelor’s degree, OR an associate degree AND six months experience, OR a high school graduation or equivalency diploma AND one year of experience*, OR a satisfactory equivalent combination of the above education and experience requirements., *Direct care experience with youth involved in the juvenile justice system or in an institution, camp, school, community center, youth rehabilitation program, mental health or correctional institution, or residential center.For more information about this position, please visit: https://statejobs.ny.gov/public/vacancyDetailsView.cfm?id=217900
More info: ocfs.ny.gov…