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THE POSITION

Douglas County Juvenile Department

Full time position available with competitive full-family benefit package. PERS/OPSRP retirement and availability of deferred compensation retirement savings.

Onsite (Courthouse complex) childcare available at a discounted employee rate through Roseburg Professional Childcare (Fowler St. location only). Availability is subject to center waitlist.
Job Summary:
This position within this three-level series perform juvenile casework duties that include intake, investigation, counseling, rehabilitation, guidance and supervision of juveniles who have behavioral and/or emotional problems.

Essential Functions:
This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties or functions associated with the job.

Perform direct counseling services on an on-going or crisis intervention basis
Conduct intake interviews with juveniles and families; determine whether the case should be referred to another agency, handled unofficially or presented to the court for official action.
Inform juveniles and family members of legal rights; prepare legal and other documents; present facts to the court; recommend disposition to the court and carry out court ordered dispositions; provide court with reports as to progress of court wards under supervision and make custody decisions about court wards when necessary and return them to court.
Evaluate and investigate facts on each case; conduct interviews with juveniles, family members, schools, attorneys, social service agencies, law enforcement agencies, etc.
Confer with all interested parties in outlining treatment program; monitor progress of juveniles placed in treatment programs and on probation; determine restitution payments and monitor payments.
Maintain case histories and complete required records, reports and statistical data as required by departmental policy and state law.
Transport juveniles to and from detention; provide direct supervision and/or court room security of juveniles in the intake-probation program as necessary.
Provide "on-call" services to police or other agencies in responding to the needs of juveniles; conduct courtesy supervision of juveniles for other jurisdictions as requested.
Represent department to various service agencies, law enforcement, schools, committees, etc.
Perform special projects such as developing and implementing task force on street gangs, lifer's club discussion panel, etc.
Assist and provide training for new staff; oversee work assignments.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties or functions associated with the job.
Any equivalent combination of education and experience, which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities required, will be considered. however, the following is preferred:

Bachelor's degree in social services, psychology, corrections or a related field and four years experience in social work or related field.

Required

At time of appointment, must possess valid Oregon drivers license
Regular and consistent attendance

Knowledge of: Thorough knowledge of social work and juvenile corrections theory, practices and procedures to be able to identify the problem, decide an appropriate action, and provide indicated services; thorough knowledge of juvenile behavioral problems and methods of treatment such as substance abuse, anger management, physical/emotional/sexual abuse; thorough knowledge of laws relating to juveniles; thorough knowledge of sound case management principles, practices and procedures. Skill in: Writing clear and concise correspondence, records, legal documents, reports and statistical data; interviewing, counseling and listening techniques and principles; group dynamics; dealing with aggressive or emotionally disturbed juveniles. Ability to: Communicate effectively both in written and oral form; relate to juveniles clients; evaluate and determine the disposition of each case, prepare and present case of adjudication and detention hearings and to determine and monitor restitution payments; oversee work assignments of support staff; work independently; manage time efficiently; remain calm and use good judgment during confrontational or high pressure situations; make decisions independently in accordance with established policies and procedures and use initiative and judgment in completing tasks and responsibilities; utilize problem identification and resolution techniques; establish and maintain records, reports and statistical data; courteously meet, deal effectively and consult with other employees, juveniles and their families, schools, law enforcement officials, courts, physicians, service agencies, community and the public.

SCREENING & EVALUATION

NOTE: Applicants may be disqualified after unsuccessful completion of any phase of evaluation.

SCREENING & EVALUATION:

While not part of initial applicant screening, the finalist for this position may be required to pass a criminal history backgroundcheck as part of a contingent offer of employment. Conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual from employment.

Employment is contingent upon a pre-employment drug screen. Presence of non-prescribed drugs, including marijuana, on drug screen results will result in disqualification pursuant to the County's drug and alcohol policy. To determine if physically qualified to perform essential functions, employment offer is conditional upon satisfactory results of a post-offer medical and hearing exam conducted at county expense.

SELECTION PROCESS: Screening of applicants based upon minimum qualifications listed above; oral panel interview; extensive background investigation; physical exam and chemical detection screen. Final review by the Juvenile Director or Designee.

To learn more about this position, please review the position classification here: Juvenile Counselor 3

Questions? Contact Douglas County Human Resources by e-mail at hr@co.douglas.or.us or ph: (541) 440-4405

Douglas County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Douglas County Statement on Equal Employment Opportunity

If you require any special assistance at any point during the application or selection process and would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please e-mail a description of your request to Human Resources.

Douglas County offers a competitive benefit package for employees working in positions budgeted to work 30 or more hours per week. The benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, a confidential employee assistance program, deferred compensation account options, and more. Information on county-sponsored benefits can be found at http://www.co.douglas.or.us/hr/benefits.asp. Vacation and sick leave accrual policies are described in Douglas County Personnel Rule 9. Benefit options and leave accruals may vary if position includes membership in a collective bargaining unit (union).

Douglas County is a PERS employer. After meeting specific pre-defined service criteria, eligible employees join the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) for retirement benefits.

Please contact the Human Resources Department with questions regarding the benefits associated with this position.

ph: (541) 440-4405
hr@co.douglas.or.us