On-Call Juvenile Services Specialist

Douglas County Juvenile Department On-Call Non-Benefitted Position / Works as Needed / No Guarantee of Hours. Job Summary

This position performs duties in supervising the activities of youth in a Detention Facility and/or Residential Treatment Program. This position is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment, and for the protection of the emotional and physical well‑being of the youth. This position provides direct supervision and services to youth which may include transportation to appointments, overseeing/assisting with daily activities, and providing individual or group services.

This is an entry‑level position.

• Provide fill-in coverage due to absence of other staff or additional staffing requirements.
• Oversee youth to ensure physical and emotional needs are met and that the facility/program is safe and secure.
• Provide online supervision of youth under the supervision of higher classifications. Give practical advice or guidance to youth and maintain communication with other staff members
• Document daily activities and observations; prepare incident reports; prepare necessary daily and weekly forms; consult with coworkers regarding youth.
• Instruct, supervise, and participate with youth in daily work, chores and recreational activities. Assist in providing competency development and other individual group activities.
• Assist in crisis intervention.
• Transport youth to and from community appointments/activities as directed.
• Teach and assist youth in learning facility/program rules and procedures, check for illness or injury, provide meals, clothing, and bedding as needed. Assist with other necessities.

Any equivalent combination of education and experience, which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities required, will be considered. however, the following is preferred:

• Any combination of course work, experience and/or training which provides required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position.

Knowledge of:
Reasonable knowledge of juvenile behavior and human relations;
Ability to:
Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms; give practical advice and guidance to juveniles; apply a practical knowledge of program requirements and procedures to day‑to‑day activities; maintain order, discipline and safety; discipline firmly and fairly; remain calm and use good judgment during confrontational or high pressure situations; estimate time and materials and manage time efficiently; make decisions independently in accordance with established policies and procedures;

maintain progress reports and charts using a computer; keyboarding; transport juveniles; courteously meet and deal effectively with other employees, juveniles & their families, outside agency personnel and the public.

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

Work is performed at a juvenile detention or shelter facility and requires participating in a work and recreational activities with the clients; must be able to apprehend and restrain hostile youth when necessary. Physical demands may require bending, climbing stairs, gripping with hands and fingers, hearing voice conversation, keyboarding, lifting/carrying up to 60 pounds, pulling, pushing, reaching, running and walking. Some driving may be required.

Applicants may be disqualified after unsuccessful completion of any phase of evaluation. While not part of initial applicant screening, the finalist for this position may be required to pass a criminal history background check 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.

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.

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.