Juvenile Parole & Probation Officer

*To be considered for this position, please submit a completed application here: https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Juvenile-Parole-Probation-Officer---Bilingual-Spanish-English_REQ-149203

Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) is seeking a permanent, full-time Juvenile Parole & Probation Officer (JPPO) to join the Linn County Parole & Probation office in Albany, Oregon. As the next JPPO, you will provide supervision and case management services using developmental and cognitive behavioral model to youth committed to OYA. Case management services support the OYA’s adopted principles of effective intervention and include supervision, court ordered monitoring, assessment of risk/needs, case planning activities, treatment and placement services.

A Day In The Life:

• Demonstrated experience in working with culturally diverse youth and families.
• Work with Local Juvenile Departments to serve delinquent youth that require out-of-home placement.
• Through the MDT process, formulates a case plan based on the overall risk to re-offend and criminogenic and developmental needs of the youth. Ensures the youth and family are engaged in the case planning process.
• Assists with transition of the case to OYA including scheduling initial placement screening interviews, transportation and court appearances.
• Primary caseworker for all OYA youth and Department of Corrections (DOC) inmates in OYA physical custody assigned to the JPPO’s caseload.
• Transports youth to various programs, activities, counseling and medical appointments, employment, and other agencies.
• Actively helps youth to learn new skills by modeling, coaching and teaching in a structured format.
• Testifies at court hearings and prepares reports as required for these proceedings.

Additional Information:

• Hybrid Work: This position is eligible for a flexible remote work schedule, and you will be required to come into the office as needed. Remote work is evaluated periodically to ensure business needs are being met and can be adjusted at any time.
• We may used this recruitment to fill future vacancies.
• Starting Salary Expectations: $5,211 monthly to $5,824 monthly; based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity (should you have significant years of experience performing this work, starting salary may be higher).
• Position Salary Range: $5,211 to $8,810 monthly Salary.
• This position receives annual step increases on anniversary date until the maximum of the salary range is reached.
• Upon PERS eligibility, employees will receive a 6.95% increase to their base salary and will pay the employee 6% contribution to PERS.
• Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
• This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

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About OYA

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.

If you are looking to join a team that values individual and cultural differences and the opportunity to contribute in the success of youth reformation by enriching our workforce with diversity, OYA wants to hear from you!

People of color, women and other members of historically underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply!

For more information please visit www.oregon.gov/oya.

What's in it for You?
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.

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What We Are Looking For:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, the Behavioral Sciences or a related degree; and two years’ experience guiding or counseling troubled, criminal offender or socially maladjusted clients in a social service or criminal justice setting.

Three years of additional experience may substitute for the education requirement.

Special Qualifications:

• Driver’s License: Driving/travel is an essential function of the position. You must possess a valid Oregon Driver's License and acceptable driving record.
• Bilingual English/Spanish: This position is bilingual and requires duties to be done in both English and Spanish. Job offer will be contingent upon passing test(s) evaluating your proficiency in the bilingual requirements of the position. This position may receive a 5% differential pay based on passing the required language test.

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES/APPLICATION SCORING CRITERIA In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use the attributes below as part of final scoring to advance those that qualify to the interview portion.

• Ability to work with a diverse group of stakeholders including co-workers, community partners, vocational and educational providers.
• Experience with case management, case planning and documentation preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English and Spanish (Assessed in application materials at the time of interview)
• Experience transporting youth or other clientele with a secure or non-secure vehicle.
• Experience driving in adverse weather conditions
• Excellent Time management skills.

How to apply:

1. Complete the application (we will not accept an attached resume in place of a completed application).

2. RESUME & COVER LETTER REQUIRED. Attach a letter of interest that demonstrates your experience in meeting the specific attributes in the section above.

3. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the public records request authorization. This screen will come after you submit and will complete the process. If you are an employee, the public records request task will come to your Workday inbox.

4. If you are a veteran, the task to claim preference will come after the public records request question. Please do not attach your DD214/DD215/civil service preference letter to your application. We will ask you for your documents later in the process.

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Additional Information:

Working Conditions:

• OYA locations are tobacco free environments.
• Daily contact with youth in custody and/or families who may exhibit hostile and assaultive behavior.
• Occasionally works irregular hours and may need to respond to emergency situations.
• Frequent driving throughout the state, some during inclement weather and some overnight travel may be required.

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we are here to serve. OYA is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be individualized based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical​​​ condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or ​expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.” The more diverse we are, the better our work will be.

Applicants with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process. For assistance regarding reasonable accommodation or for alternative format please contact OYA Recruitment at 971-345-1236. Oregon Relay Service can be reached by calling 7-1-1.

Pre-employment Checks:

In keeping with our mission, OYA will conduct a criminal record check, per OAR 416 Division 800, a driving record background check and a vulnerable population abuse and neglect check. Information obtained about an individual is confidential. An individual who refuses to consent to a criminal records/background check shall be disqualified from consideration in the position for which you applied. All applicants are subject to additional pre-employment check(s) such as fingerprint based on criminal records check, pre-employment drug screening and/or education verification as required for the position.

In 2003 Congress passed the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), the first federal civil statue focused specifically on addressing sexual violence in juvenile facilities, jails, prisons, and other facilities. In recognition of the rights, safety, and well-being of the youth we serve you will be asked specific questions about your background to ensure our hiring and promotion practices comply with the National PREA standards.

Visa Sponsorship:

We do not offer Visa sponsorship. If you are hired, you will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming you are able to work in the US. OYA uses E-Verify to confirm that applicants are authorized to work in the United States.

Have Questions?:

For questions about the job announcement, email HR Recruiter.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $62,532.00 - $105,720.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Albany, OR 97322: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Albany, OR 97322