Case Coordinator

Initial Posting Date:05/14/2026

Application Deadline:06/04/2026

Agency:

Oregon Youth Authority Salary Range:$5,428 - $7,549

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Case Coordinator

Job Description:

OREGON YOUTH AUTHORITY Case Coordinator - Youth Corrections Unit Coordinator Albany, OR – OAK CREEK YOUTH CORRECTIONAL FACILITY The Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) is seeking a collaborative and motivated Youth Corrections Youth Coordinator – Case Coordinator at the Oak Creek Youth Correctional Facility to support the leadership and daily operations of a residential living unit while promoting a culture grounded in Positive Human Development.

This position assists the Living Unit Manager (LUM) with staff leadership, operational coordination, and fostering a safe, structured, and supportive environment for youth and staff.

As a key member of the unit leadership team, this role is responsible for youth case management duties, including creating and maintaining JJIS Case Plans, coordinating and facilitating multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, and ensuring youth engagement in treatment programming in collaboration with the living unit QMHP and LUM. The Case Coordinator helps implement processes, structures, and work schedules that support staff engagement and effective unit operations and may provide direction in the absence of the LUM.We

are looking for candidates with strong communication and leadership skills who can effectively share pertinent information verbally and in writing, build positive working relationships, and support both youth and staff development.

Experience with MDT facilitation, case planning, and JJIS is highly valued. OYA encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences who are committed to equity, inclusion, teamwork, and positive outcomes for youth.

Key responsibilities for this role include:

Assist the Living Unit Manager (LUM) in developing and implementing procedures that promote effective staff engagement and positive interactions with youth.

Facilitate community groups, one-on-one meetings, primary time activities, and other structured youth programming.

Provide case management services for youth assigned to the living unit.

Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree in a behavioral science or related field; ORThree years of experience observing, evaluating, and recording behavior and maintaining discipline of individuals in a program related to juvenile justice, treatment programs, or special education within an institution or residential living unit; ORAn associate degree from an accredited school in a behavioral science or equivalent training program with an emphasis on juvenile systems, special education, and/or secondary education AND one year experience working in a juvenile justice, treatment, or secondary education program.

Special

Qualifications:

Driving is an essential function of this position. A valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position. We will conduct pre-employment driving records checks on our final candidate(s).DESIRED ATTRIBUTES/APPLICATION SCORING CRITERIA:
If you have these qualities, let us know! It’s how we will choose whom to move forward!

Note:

You do not need to have all of these qualities to be eligible for this position.

Ability to implement processes, structures, and work schedules that promote staff engagement and effective unit operations.

Demonstrated leadership skills with both youth and staff, including the ability to provide direction and operational support in the absence of the Living Unit Manager (LUM).Experience coordinating and facilitating multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, case planning, and working within the Juvenile Justice Information System (JJIS).Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively share pertinent information and foster communication among living unit staff.

How to Apply:

RESUME AND COVER LETTER

REQUIRED:

In your cover letter, please describe your experience, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the DESIRED ATTRIBUTES/APPLICATION SCORING CRITERIA of the position and explain why you are the best fit for this role. Limit your cover letter…