Youth Services Worker - Crest Program

Fall Crest Program (October - January)

The Fall program is tentatively scheduled to start the second week of October. Hiring for this position will focus on high school students (ages 15-17). Under close supervision, to learn and perform a wide variety of office and field maintenance work; and to do related work as required.

Learn and apply progressively higher skills and independent performance of a variety of trades and careers, including parks and landscape maintenance, public works maintenance, recreation and technical fields, office services, library services, and safety services through on-the-job instruction and training.

Employment Standards: Skill in translating knowledge learned to on-the-job performance of assigned tasks; interacting and communicating tactfully and effectively with a culturally diverse population; discerning potentially dangerous situations; making independent judgments and decisions based upon standard policy or procedures appropriate to the level of training and instruction received. Ability to learn, comprehend, and apply on-the-job instructions; follow directions; safely operate motor vehicle with appropriate DMV licenses;

read, write, and communicate at an appropriate level; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public; perform essential functions.

Education/Training: At least sixteen (15) years of age. Valid work permit at time of appointment.