Youth Services Worker - Crest Program

City of Burbank • Burbank, CA

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About The Position

The Youth Services Worker position is part of the Spring CREST Program, tentatively scheduled to begin the first week of February and run from February through April. Hiring will focus on high school students ages 15–17. Under close supervision, the worker learns and performs a variety of office and field maintenance work and related duties. The role provides on-the-job instruction and training in parks and landscape maintenance, public works maintenance, recreation and technical fields, office services, library services, and safety services.

Requirements

• Skill in translating knowledge learned into on-the-job performance of assigned tasks.
• Ability to interact and communicate tactfully and effectively with a culturally diverse population.
• Ability to discern potentially dangerous situations.
• Ability to make independent judgments and decisions based on standard policies or procedures appropriate to the level of training and instruction received.
• Ability to learn, comprehend, and apply on-the-job instructions and follow directions.
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle with appropriate DMV licenses.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate at an appropriate level.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
• At least 15 years of age (the posting states “sixteen (15)”).
• Valid work permit at the time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply progressively higher skills and independent performance in a variety of trades and careers through on-the-job instruction and training.
• Perform office and field maintenance work under close supervision.
• Perform related work as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed