VESOY Coordinator - Program Analyst 1
About The Position
Join our team at the Camp Florence Youth Transition Facility as a VESOY Coordinator! This role helps prepare older youth in the Vocation Education Services for Older Youth (VESOY) program for successful futures by providing career exploration, workforce development, and hands-on learning opportunities. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, community partners, and employers, this position connects youth with meaningful work-based learning experiences that build the skills, confidence, and experience needed for long-term success. The Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) is a national leader in the juvenile justice field, pioneering the implementation of a positive human development framework for its work with staff and youth, and using data to match the right youth with the right services. We seek to foster cultural competence and pursue equitable solutions to support youth under our care. Our agency mission is to protect the public and reduce crime by holding youth accountable and providing opportunities for reformation in safe environments. OYA values our employees. We believe that your time outside of the workplace is as valuable as it is inside the workplace. We offer a great work/life balance with flexible work schedules on most positions and a competitive benefits package, including low-cost, high-coverage health insurance, generous time-off, and a competitive retirement plan.
Requirements
- A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a degree related to the agency program that demonstrates the capacity for the knowledge and skills; OR Any combination of experience or education equivalent to three years technical-level experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements listed for the classification.
- Driver License Required: Driving is an essential function of this position. A valid driver license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position. We will conduct pre-employment driving records checks on our final candidate(s).
- Experience teaching career and technical education curriculum and administering assessments.
- Has knowledge and network of businesses that are willing to offer youth work experience.
- Must be able to research and navigate the internet.
- Able to motivate youth toward their post secondary education goals.
Nice To Haves
- Experience engaging and supporting vulnerable youth population in correctional, residential, or community-based settings.
- Proven experience developing, implementing, and coordinating vocational training programs.
- Skilled in documenting individual progress, and program outcomes.
- Experienced in facilitating interactive, hands-on training sessions that promote skill development and participant engagement.
Responsibilities
- Ensure vocational programming is delivered consistently, with adequate hours and meaningful opportunities for participants.
- Maintain the health, sustainability, and ongoing growth of Work Crew programs.
- Recruit volunteers to share work experiences and possible career opportunities with the youth.
Benefits
- low-cost, high-coverage health insurance
- generous time-off
- competitive retirement plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
