Youth Services Specialist II (YSSII) / Activities ...

Youth Services Specialist II (YSSII) / Activities Specialist Print ( Apply ufeff Youth Services Specialist II (YSSII) / Activities Specialist Salary $2,322.00 Biweekly Location Denver, CO Job Type Full Time Job Number IKA 00153 02/06/2026 Department Colorado Department of Human Services Division OCYF - Gilliam Youth Services Center Opening Date 02/06/2026 FLSA Determined by Position Type of Announcement This position is open only to Colorado state residents. Primary Physical Work Address 2844 North Downing St., Denver, CO 80205 Hiring Pay Rate Shift Differential: 2nd shift = 7.5%, 3rd shift = 14%, Weekend = 20% FLSA Status Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation. Department Contact Information How To Apply Please submit an online application for this position at Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed. + Description + Benefits + Questions Department Information This position is open only to Colorado state residents Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details ( Physical Job location:Gilliam Youth Services Center2844 North Downing St. Denver, CO 80205 About the Division of Youth Services: The mission of the Division of Youth Services (DYS) is to protect, restore and improve public safety utilizing a continuum of care that provides effective supervision, promotes accountability to victims and communities, and helps youth lead constructive lives through positive youth development. The strategic goal of DYSis to operate healthy trauma-responsive organizational environments as demonstrated through prosocial, safe, and non-violent interactions. DYS provides a continuum of services that encompass juvenile detention, assessment, 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 15 secure facilities that serve youth between the ages of 10 and 21, who are pre-adjudicated, sentenced, or committed. For pre-adjudicated youth, the Division is also responsible for the management and oversight of the Colorado Youth Detention Continuum; a State-funded, locally administered program that provides services to youth at risk of further progressing into the juvenile justice system. In addition to residential programming, the Division administers juvenile parole services throughout the State. We have many opportunities within DYS to positively impact youth and families. We invite you to explore the DYS website and learn about the services provided to youth, families, and local communities in the State of Colorado at: There are numerous opportunities within DYS to positively impact youth and families and we welcome you to join our team. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities. Opt in below to receive text message updates on CDHS recruiting events CDHSCareers Description of Job Department Information About Division of Youth Services This work unit exists to provide for the direct care, safety, and security of pre-adjudicated or adjudicated youth in the Division of Youth Services custody using a trauma-responsive approach. The unit exists to provide 24-hour, seven-day-a-week care and supervision of youth in secure residential placement covering work assignments ranging from Admissions and Control, school and day programming, and detention, assessment, and commitment (long-term treatment) living units. The Division of Youth Services (DYS) is committed to hiring individuals who are professionals, team players, and passionate about their desire to help youth. DYS values candidates who have demonstrated perseverance as a special attribute that can help the youth in our care. DYS encourages qualified candidates with

Created: 2026-02-09