YOUTH WORKER, CHILDREN'S SERVICES (NON-COMPETITIVE)
Los Angeles County
Friday, 29 May 2026
Performs copying and printing of various documents such as flyers, banners, brochures, reports, training manuals and assembles printed copies into folders and binders. Sends proof of copying and printing work to requestors at different Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) offices for finalization and notifies them when request is completed, tracks and files each request for future reference, and packs completed work for the offices for mailing or pick up. Ensures packed boxes are delivered by the moving company to the new work site and placed in the correct staff workstations. Checks furniture, chairs, cabinets, drawers, key locks and keyboard trays to ensure they are functioning properly and gathers all desk/cabinet keys, sorts and provides them to the manager. Generates cubicle labels with numbers and directional signs within the work area and pathways to various work areas. Assists in the walkthrough of the building, including checking ceiling, tiles, lighting fixtures, carpets (pre and post installation), walls, wiring and assists in the raising and lowering of furniture in workstation and noting for specific deficiencies. Processes 1060 s (Procurement/ Property Management form) requests for changes and modifications and follows up on pending issues such as collateral calls to ISD and furniture vendors. Counts vacant workstations and offices at the various DCFS buildings and verifies items at all buildings with item control. Assists in completing a portion of the Monthly Management Report (MMR), Building Encumbrance and Vacancy Report and enters data into the Property Management Database. Assists in taking inventory of disaster preparedness items at DCFS offices annually. Assists with the coordination of acquiring Red Cross First Aid Facility Training and cross checks rosters to ensure they reflect correct information for trainee participants. Assists in drawing functional diagrams using Visio, password resets, gathering requirements (note takers) and updates tables in Excel. Conducts physical inventory of stock items, performs data entries related to stock items in Procurement Section, assists in shipping and receiving goods, verifies goods received for Procurement stockroom and records obsolete cellular devices and other returned items for disposition and recycling. Completes and maintains necessary forms to document salvaged items, assists in the disposition of furniture, office supplies and surplus items, helps pack boxes, prepares labels as required for storage, files stockroom documents, and relocates staff and their respective office supplies and equipment. Performs additional clerical duties including, but not limited to, creating files and spreadsheets, filling and retrieving files, scanning and uploading documents, communicates via electronic mail/telephone to staff, assists in preparing training materials, keeps the supply room in order and orders supplies, replenishes printer supplies, shreds confidential documents, types from plain or corrected copy, drafts or verbal instructions, such materials as reports, letters, rosters, schedules, etc.
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:Current or former foster youth with the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), at least 16 - years of age to under 21 - - years of age. AND Current enrollment or completion of the Independent Living Program - - - (ILP) with DCFS within 24 months of the date of application submission. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:Current enrollment in an accredited High School - - - - or possession of a High School Diploma - - - - or a GED Certificate - - - - or passed the State Proficiency Exam - - - - SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: - Candidates under the age of 18 must present a work permit at the time of appointment. - - Applicants must meet the age requirement at the time of filing, and at the time of appointment. Some positions may require applicants to meet specific age limitations at the time of appointment. - - - Applicant's status with the Independent Living Program will be verified by the Youth Development Services Division of the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services. - - - - In order to receive educational credit, applicants must attach a legible copy of an official diploma/certificate or copy of official transcripts (you may open the sealed envelope of the official transcripts and provide us a copy) or copy of an official letter from the accredited institution's office which shows your current enrollment status and start date with the application at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of filing your online application. We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst. WITHHOLD INFORMATION:No withholds will be allowed for this examination. Requirements must be fully met and indicated on the application at the time of filing. PHYSICAL CLASS: 2 - Light: This class includes administrative positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.