Juvenile Counselor II

Note:

This job will be posted through 11:59 PM of the day prior to the end date listed.

Current Washington County Employees:
Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Range:

$35.71 - $43.39 Hourly

Department:

Juvenile

FLSA Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

About the Opportunity:

The Department of Juvenile Services is looking for a Spanish speaking Bilingual Juvenile Counselor II to join our team!

As a Juvenile Counselor II at Harkins House, you will be working directly with youth in residential care in order to increase their ability to be successful when returning to the community. This position includes direct care, case management, brokering services for youth and their families, skill building with youth, attention to detail and timeliness with required reports.

This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) (Juvenile) labor organization. To review the full collective bargaining agreement, including any position specific benefits, please use the following link:
Labor Agreements.

Ideal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

* An ability to work with youth who display op positional and defiant behaviors and to guide them in pro-social decision making.

* Ability to work with parents/guardians of youth to identify strategies to more effectively parent their child.

* Ability to collaborate with juvenile probation officers, counselors, schools and other community- based partners.

* Ability to problem solve and remain calm in stressful situations.

* Ability to be flexible and open to change.

* Understanding of Trauma Informed Care practices and other evidenced based strategies when working with youth.

* Ability to prepare accurate reports under specific timelines and to have excellent time management and organizational skills.

* Ability to work well within a fast-paced team environment.

* Ability to speak in a court setting and provide recommendations based on a youth's progress and behavior.

* Ability to accept feedback.

* Willingness to work holidays

To review the complete classification, including the full list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) associated with this position, use this link:
Juvenile Counselor II | Washington County, OR .

About the Department/Division:

Harkins House is a 24/7 residential program in Washington County serving youth between the ages of 12-18 who are involved with the juvenile justice system. Harkins House is a fast-paced environment so having an ability to manage stress, prioritize duties and work to improve the lives of the youth in our care is essential. We strive to maintain and promote a positive work culture and welcome individuals who share in our mission.

Bilingual Positions:
Designated bilingual positions require that the incumbent have knowledge of Spanish language and English. It is required to possess precise writing skills (including spelling, grammar, and punctuation), fluent speaking skills, and the ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Upon successfully passing the applicable proficiency assessment test in a selected language, employees will receive bilingual pay in the amount of five percent (5%) of their base pay rate, exclusive of any other incentive pay, or a flat rate of seventy-five dollars ($75) per pay period, whichever is greater.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

* Master's degree in counseling, psychology, sociology, social work, or a field applicable to the practice of juvenile justice; AND one (1) year of experience working with juveniles and families in the counseling and case management of juveniles and families; OR

* Bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, sociology, social work, or a field applicable to the practice of juvenile justice; AND three (3) years of experience working with juveniles and families in the counseling and case management of juveniles and families; OR

* Associate's degree in criminal justice, counseling, psychology, sociology, social work, or field applicable to the practice of juvenile justice; AND five (5) years of supervised work experience in the counseling of…