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THIS WORK MATTERS!    Are you a Qualified Mental Health Professional with demonstrated experience serving the Latino/Latina/Latine community?  Are you an experienced mental health counselor who is passionate about helping troubled youth turn their lives around and create a better future?   Are you optimistic about Latino/a/e youth, parent, and family potential to make positive changes?   The Department of Community Justice Juvenile Services Division (JSD ) is seeking a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) with advanced knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA) working with the Latino/Latina/Latine community for a Mental Health Consultant position with the Cultural Responsivity Team. This position requires the ability to communicate (speak, read and write) to families in Spanish (and English) ensuring culturally relevant mental health services, prevention support and care coordination.   The juvenile justice system in Multnomah County is a national leader in developing programs and services that contribute to countywide reductions in recidivism and racial and ethnic disparities in the justice system. Juvenile Services staff screen juvenile cases, prepare reports for courts, supervise youth on probation and collaborate with community organizations to maximize effective services and positive outcomes.   This important Mental Health Consultant directly supports youth and families primarily from the Latino/Latina/Latine community. This role delivers crucial short-term treatment interventions aimed at stabilizing family dynamics and provides comprehensive case management, including connecting families to community based organizations for longer term care. Key activities encompass facilitating family meetings, conducting individual sessions, performing thorough mental health assessments and developing informed treatment recommendations, leading parent skill building and skill groups to foster positive outcomes. This role conducts work both in the office and through field engagements such as home visits and other safe, family preferred locations.     Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:  Engagement, Assessment and Treatment: This includes completing comprehensive mental health assessments using Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN), developing safety and service plans, providing direct treatment services (individual, family, group therapy, psychological-education, case management), applying knowledge, skills and training (certification) of substance use disorders, performing managed care assessments, developing detailed clinical notes and documentation, and understanding cultural/racial/ethnic factors, specifically within the Latino/Latina/Latine community to engage, assess and treat. Community Outreach and Support: This involves assisting with outreach to various community entities to share referral information and education, supervising and managing contracted services as a mandatory reporter under Oregon Administrative Rules (OARS) and Oregon Revised Statutes(ORS), mediating conflicts within the community to support and build positive outcomes, researching and advocating for funding and grants to empower community’s voice to resolution, challenging systemic racism and connecting clients to behavioral health services and resources while collaborating on outreach and engagement to Latino/a/e clients and families facing barriers. Documentation: This encompasses documenting all clinical assessments, service plans, service notes, outcome measures, fidelity measures, local/state/federal measures, and required forms in accordance with HIPAA, legal, medical, mental health (OAR compliance) and other programmatic standards, completing administrative data collection, participating in supervision and meetings, and attending professional trainings and seminars for development, credentialing and to maintain awareness of professional standards.   Come Find Your Why? (video) The Department of Community Justice is looking for a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) who can demonstrate expertise in the following areas: Communication, Emotional Intelligence, and Integrity: You will exercise good judgment, diplomacy, and tact in dealing with sensitive, complex, confidential information and situations, in addition to acting professionally, and empathically, with individuals, internal/external partners and communities. You will demonstrate the ability to flex communication style when faced with myriad dimensions of culture in order to be effective across cultural context. Strategic Planning / Leadership: You will develop goals and direction based on the overall county/department mission and vision to increase community safety through positive change.  Results Through People: You will help achieve results through the contribution of others by motivating and inspiring growth and productivity. Relationships and Community: You will build positive and sustainable relationships with a range of key internal and external stakeholders.  Leading Cross-Culturally: You will foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the  vision,  mission,  and  goals  of  the organization.  Team Building: You will develop, inspire, and foster employees to work collaboratively. Organizational Savviness: You will demonstrate understanding and good judgment of organizational culture and interpersonal relationships, with both internal and external groups, to identify opportunities of mutual interest and benefit. Has a high degree of resilience, is outcome driven and can thrive in an environment of rapid change while effectively managing pressure in an effective and professional manner. Delivery: You will ensure services are provided by quality processes through monitoring and understanding. Outcomes: You achieve quality outcomes for the individual, the organization, and the county.  Personal Development : You will strive for an honest and accurate assessment of oneself and demonstrate willingness for continuous improvement. Functional/Technical: You possess specific knowledge about laws, regulations, certifications, licensure and skills for specific assignments. WORKFORCE EQUITY At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values. DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE Vision ~ Community Safety through Positive Change    The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need justice-involved individuals. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training. The Department believes that in order to enhance public safety we must work collaboratively with the judiciary, law enforcement, schools, treatment agencies, and the community. The Department shares information with community members, partners, and staff to keep communities safe by preventing and reducing crime and routinely evaluating which local policies support best practices. DCJ operates 24 hours a day, with nearly 650 regular, on-call, and temporary employees. The Department supervises justice-involved individuals and those defendants requiring pretrial services. DCJ's Juvenile Services Division operates the Donald E. Long Juvenile Detention Facility and is responsible for youth on formal and informal community supervision. More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at: www.multco.us/dcj . TO QUALIFY We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. Minimum  Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:   Education/Certification: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in the mental health field with major coursework in social science, or related field demonstrating the capacity to meet the provider Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP-I or II) credentialing requirements as required by Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) 309-019-0125 (10) and described within Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) 291-124-1030 (2). AND see qualified degrees listed below:  graduate degree in psychology graduate degree in social work graduate degree in a behavioral science field  Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Latino/a/e Cultural Competency   This position requires knowledge, understanding and experience with the Latino/a/e culture, traditions, attitudes, beliefs and history.  This role must demonstrate the knowledge and understanding of the origins and results of the disparities experienced by Latino/a/e families related to racism and socio-economic injustices and how those experiences impact juveniles and their families within the criminal justice system.  This position also requires the ability to speak, write and read fluently in both English and Spanish (and be able to pass a Spanish language assessment test). Required Certification and License Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP- I or II) Certification Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) before hire or within the probationary period after being hired (six (6) months for current regular status employees or one (1) year for new hires) as a Mental Health Consultant Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN) Administration Certification before hire or within the probationary period A valid driver’s license Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to fingerprinting, a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.   Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills. Two (2) years or more of mental health case management experience within the Latino/Latina/Latine Community. Attained the Administration Certification of Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN). Experience administering the GAIN assessment.  Experience providing family therapy, as well as mental health treatment and addictions treatment to adolescents. Thorough knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and interventions for individuals with chronic mental health and addiction disorders, risk and diagnostic assessment and clinical triage, crisis interface with community emergency management systems, providers and crisis centers.  Knowledge of the culturally responsive community mental health providers and ability to provide information/referrals to those providers. Experience with Crisis intervention, including risk assessment of clients who may be involved in potentially life threatening situations. Working knowledge of childhood and adolescent development, the juvenile justice system, juvenile probation, strength-based clinical interventions for delinquency, and/or principles of restorative justice. *Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position. SCREENING AND EVALUATION The Application Packet: You must submit ALL required items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.   Online application (REQUIRED): Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) –  training in the education and work experience sections of the application. These demonstrate you meeting minimum qualifications including the required KSA and any relevant preferred qualifications.  Attach a resume (Optional): Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications including the KSA and any relevant preferred qualifications. Attach the document to the on-line application. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates of all related work experience, paid or unpaid. Cover Letter (REQUIRED): Please address the following:  Demonstrate your case management experience working with diverse vulnerable population specifically Latino/Latina/Latine youth, families and community; and  How you meet the qualifications for this position, including your current certification(s); and  Why you are interested in the position. Certification and License (REQUIRED): Attach a copy of your QMHP I/II Certification and if applicable, Oregon licensure (CSW, LPC, MFT) and GAIN Administration Certification. Please indicate the status of your certification(s).  The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page . We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows: Initial review of minimum qualifications An evaluation of application materials, written exam and/or oral exam to identify the most qualified candidates Consideration of top candidates/Interviews Spanish language assessment test   Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to fingerprinting, a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.  Equal Pay: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Type of Position: This hourly position is eligible for overtime. Type: Represented FLSA: Non-Exempt Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week Location*: Juvenile Justice Complex, 1401 NE 68th Ave., Portland Oregon 97213.  *Work location includes field work such as home visits and other locations as preferred by the families.  Telework: This position is NOT eligible for hybrid or routine on-site/telework subject to the Multnomah County Telework Policy and based on the Department’s business needs. This position is considered Ad-hoc.  The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington. Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include: Health insurance (medical, dental, vision) Defined benefit retirement plan (pension); Multnomah County pays for the employee's share of the state retirement contribution (6% of wages) Generous paid leave (vacation, holidays, sick, parental, military, etc...) Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance Optional deferred compensation and flexible spending accounts Free annual Trimet bus pass Alternative wellness resources Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time, part-time, regular, temporary, limited duration, and on-call positions. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

OREGON YOUTH AUTHORITY Juvenile Probation/Social Services Officer/Juvenile Correction Counselor - Multicultural Services Coordinator Tillamook, Oregon - TILLAMOOK YOUTH CORRECTIONAL FACILITY The Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) is seeking a dedicated Multicultural Services Coordinator to join our team at the Tillamook Youth Correctional Facility in Tillamook, Oregon. This position is based at the Tillamook Youth Correctional Facility, with responsibilities extending to Camp Tillamook and Camp Florence. The successful candidate will be expected to travel regularly between these locations to fulfill position duties. In this pivotal role, you will provide direct, culturally responsive services to youth and families from diverse backgrounds and marginalized communities. Your focus will be supporting youth through advocacy, education, and culturally specific programming, both within the facility and in the community. You will collaborate closely with OYA staff, families, and community partners, delivering training to enhance cultural awareness and ensuring staff can recognize and respond to the unique needs of underrepresented youth. Additionally, you will actively contribute to our Family Engagement program, facilitating connections between youth and their families. Security, safety, and a positive, inclusive environment are foundational in this position. We are looking for candidates with lived experience, knowledge of cultural traditions, and strong connections to community resources. If you are passionate about equity, diversity, and creating lasting impacts for youth, we encourage you to apply. Additional Details: For a complete list of duties and responsibilities, please click here . This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill multiple, current, and future vacancies. Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range based on your experience, skills and education. For more information on pay equity, click here . The salary range listed is the non- PERS participating rate. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details. This position receives annual increases on anniversary date until the maximum of the salary range is reached. 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. Tentative interview schedule 1st round: May 26, 2025 2nd round: June 2, 2025 Would you like to learn more about this position or how our application process works? Join our Recruitment team on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 between 11am-11:30am PST during our OYA Career Chat Sessions. We can assist you with all your application questions and agency questions! Click Here to Register for OYA Career Chats! ABOUT OYA At OYA, diversity, equity, and inclusion are more than just words on a page. To meet our mission and live our values as an agency, DEI must be at the heart of all we do. We support cultural competence, develop teams and cultivate leaders in ways that are equitable to everyone, especially people of color, those who identify as LGBTQ+, or those from other marginalized communities. We are explicit and intentional as we identify resources that all our youth and staff need to grow and prosper. Our DEI work connects closely with our culture of positive human development, with safe and supportive environments where everyone is held accountable and connected to their community. The end goal 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, with the opportunity to contribute to youth reformation by enriching our workforce with diversity, OYA wants to hear from you!  People of color, women, and other members of historically marginalized 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 . Discover more about working in Oregon state government by  clicking here .   This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU/OPEU). By joining and maintaining your membership with SEIU Local 503, the following benefits are available to you such as: $2,500 life insurance policy paid for by your union, SEIU Local 503. This policy is in effect if you are an active member. Up to $200,000 of additional life insurance can be purchased. Up to $100,000 member life, $40,000 spouse and $10,000 child is guaranteed within the first 90 days of new union membership. Short Term Disability insurance is guaranteed if purchased within the first 90 days of new union membership. Legal insurance enrollment is available to purchase within the first 90 days of new union membership. Tuition reimbursement. For more information on SEIU, please click here. Minimum Qualifications: Four (4) years of experience providing professional support or counseling services to clientele in a social service, rehabilitative, or correctional setting. A bachelor’s degree in a behavioral science or a related field with major courses in behavioral science may substitute three (3) years of professional support/counseling services. NOTE: Professional support/counseling services experience must include providing interventions to clients on a one-to-one or group basis with responsibility for contributing to treatment or case plans, facilitating and documenting groups and other support interventions in case notes, attendance tracking, or case plan documents. 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. Understanding and knowledge of the history, traditions, and cultures of diverse groups through lived experience in order to support youth. Ability to effectively provide cultural services (individually or group) to youth and families from diverse groups. Knowledge of community organizations and resources for diverse youth and families throughout Oregon. Ability to facilitate and support multicultural celebrations for OYA youth and families. How to apply: Ensure your application and/or resume thoroughly reflect your skills, experience (both lived, volunteer, and professional), knowledge, and/or education pertinent to this position, including how you meet the minimum qualifications and any/all desired attributes. Please ensure your resume shows month/year and description of job duties on each history. COVER LETTER REQUIRED: In your cover letter, please describe your experiences, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the desired attributes of the position and explain why you are the best fit for this role. Limit your cover letter to no more than 2 pages and ensure it is in PDF format for accessibility. Complete the questionnaire. Following the submission of your application, promptly respond to the public records request authorization and gender identity questionnaire. If you're an employee, these tasks will be in your Workday inbox. Veterans may receive preference; indicate your veteran status if applicable.  Click here for more information about veterans’ preference . Additional Information: 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.  All positions in OYA will require the incumbent to serve as a "mandatory reporter" of child abuse. 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 the OYA recruitment team at OYAjobs@oya.oregon.gov

Initial Posting Date: 06/11/2024 Application Deadline: 06/25/2024 Agency: Oregon Youth Authority Salary Range: $4,746 - $6,912 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Case Coordinator Job Description: Job Description: OREGON YOUTH AUTHORITY Youth Corrections Unit Coordinator - Case Coordinator Tillamook – TILLAMOOK YOUTH CORRECTIONAL FACILITY Tillamook Youth Correctional Facility (RVYCF) is currently hiring a permanent, full-time Case Coordinator (CC) to provide proactive intervention and response to behaviorally challenging youth and/or youth requiring conflict resolution by applying and modeling Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS), Trauma Informed Care (TIC), and Positive Human Development (PHD) approaches.  This position will work with facility administration to enhance services to youth with the express intent to engage and treat challenging youth in their ideal placement without movement to a behavior management unit. Day in the Life: Provide case management for the youth on the assigned living unit. Facilitate the living unit behavior management system including any point/level, or grading and tag system, tag or level reviews and appropriate documentation. Complete written reviews and reports on youth progress in treatment, behavior, education, vocation and unit living as necessary for regularly scheduled case plan reviews, movement requests, Administrative Reviews, Agency Case Review, and court hearings. Ensure that Positive Youth Engagement participation and achievement tracking, and Attendance Tracking in JJIS, is current and up to date including printing and providing the youth and MDT members a copy of the Youth Portfolio Document for MDT meetings and transitions. Assist the Living Unit Manager (LUM) to develop work procedures to support staff engagement with youth.   Would you like to learn more about this position or how our application process works? Join our Recruitment team every Wednesday during our OYA Career Chat Sessions. We can assist you with all your application and agency questions! Join us on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays each month from 11:00am-11:30am. Click Here to Register for OYA Career Chats! ABOUT OYA At OYA, diversity, equity, and inclusion are more than just words on a page. To meet our mission and live our values as an agency, DEI must be at the heart of all we do. We support cultural competence, develop teams and cultivate leaders in ways that are equitable to everyone, especially people of color, those who identify as LGBTQ+, or those from other marginalized communities. We are explicit and intentional as we identify resources that all our youth and staff need to grow and prosper. Our DEI work connects closely with our culture of positive human development, with safe and supportive environments where everyone is held accountable and connected to their community. The end goal 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, with the opportunity to contribute to youth reformation by enriching our workforce with diversity, OYA wants to hear from you!  People of color, women, and other members of historically marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply! Please take a moment to watch this quick video about Oregon Youth Authority, our team and our culture  bit.ly/work4OYA . For more information, please visit  www.oregon.gov/oya . Additional Information: This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current and future vacancies. Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range based on your experience, skills and education. For more information on pay equity, click here . The salary range listed is the non- PERS participating rate. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details. This position receives annual increases on anniversary date until the maximum of the salary range is reached. ​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. NOTE: Please ensure you’ve provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment.  For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage. This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU/OPEU). By joining and maintaining your membership with SEIU Local 503, the following benefits are available to you such as: $2,500 life insurance policy paid for by your union, SEIU Local 503. This policy is in effect if you are an active member. Up to $200,000 of additional life insurance can be purchased. Up to $100,000 member life, $40,000 spouse and $10,000 child is guaranteed within the first 90 days of new union membership. Short Term Disability insurance is guaranteed if purchased within the first 90 days of new union membership. Legal insurance enrollment is available to purchase within the first 90 days of new union membership. Tuition reimbursement. 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 competitive benefits package, including low-cost, high-coverage health insurance , generous time-off, and a competitive retirement plan . For a full list of benefits, please click here. Discover more about working in Oregon state government by  clicking here . Working Conditions: OYA facilities are tobacco free environments. Shift work in a 24-hour, 7-day a week operation, with night shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required. Adhere to the dress code of the specific work site. Frequent exposure to verbal abuse, threats, and dealing with impulsive, rebellious, assaultive youth. The use of reasonable force in the performance of duties or during a disturbance or other emergency situation may be required. Physical standards for vision, hearing, dexterity, push/pull, running, and jogging. Transport youth as requested, and, if in a security position, operate state vehicles. What We Are Looking For: A Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science or related field (submit a copy of your college transcript with your application if your education or degree is other than behavioral science); OR Three 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; OR 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. Required Skills: A proven commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Basic computer skills Excellent organizational skills. Multi-tasking skills with the ability to adjust shifting priorities and emerging issues. 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. Excellent verbal and written communications skills assessed in application materials and at time of interview. Experience developing, teaching, and coaching life skills for youth and staff. Experience providing techniques for learning and adapting to the personal and cultural patterns of youth and OYA staff. The ability to lead a multi-disciplinary team meeting, community group or unit staff meeting as a liaison between youth, their MDT and OYA staff. Knowledge and experience to utilize the agency’s information system (JJIS) for case planning, court reporting and effective communication with facility and school staff (Outlook). Working experience and highly skilled at efficiently managing time between the needs of the unit, individual youth, and our agency partners (parole officers, polygraphist, law enforcement, etc.). How to apply: 1. Complete the application (we will not accept an attached resume in place of a completed application). 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. Additional Information: 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.  All positions in OYA will require the incumbent to serve as a "mandatory reporter" of child abuse. 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: OYAjobs@oya.oregon.gov

OREGON YOUTH AUTHORITY Youth Facility Supervisor 2 - Living Unit Manager Grants Pass, Oregon – ROGUE VALLEY YOUTH CORRECTIONAL FACILITY Bring your proven leadership skills to Rogue Valley Youth Correctional Facility! Oregon Youth Authority has an opportunity as a Youth Facility Supervisor 2 at the Rogue Valley Youth Correctional Facility in Grants Pass, Oregon. As a Youth Facility Supervisor 2 you will manage the daily operations and logistics of a 24/7 close custody living unit. You will direct and supervise unit staff who provide daily supervision, security, and treatment of adjudicated youth at OYA and youth from the Department of Corrections in a secure correctional facility. The YFS2 projects and prepares budget requests to support operational needs, evaluates services for effectiveness, maintains living unit equipment and supplies, participates as a member of the facility management team and serves as Officer of the Day as needed. We are seeking individuals who are passionate about working with youth and who are dedicated to creating a safe and positive environment. If you have the necessary skills and qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding and challenging position. For a complete description of duties and responsibilities, please email oyajobs@oya.oregon.gov   . Would you like to learn more about this position or how our application process works? Join our Recruitment team during our OYA Career Chat Sessions every Wednesday. We can assist you with all your application and agency questions! Join us every Wednesday from 11:00am-11:30am. Click Here to Register for OYA Career Chats! ABOUT OYA At OYA, diversity, equity, and inclusion are more than just words on a page. To meet our mission and live our values as an agency, DEI must be at the heart of all we do. We support cultural competence, develop teams and cultivate leaders in ways that are equitable to everyone, especially people of color, those who identify as LGBTQ+, or those from other marginalized communities. We are explicit and intentional as we identify resources that all our youth and staff need to grow and prosper. Our DEI work connects closely with our culture of positive human development, with safe and supportive environments where everyone is held accountable and connected to their community. The end goal 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, with the opportunity to contribute to youth reformation by enriching our workforce with diversity, OYA wants to hear from you !  People of color, women, and other members of historically marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply! Please take a moment to watch this quick video about Oregon Youth Authority, our team and our culture  bit.ly/work4OYA . For more information, please visit  www.oregon.gov/oya . What's in it for You? Medical, vision, and dental insurance. 11 paid holidays per year. 8 hours of vacation leave earned per month, eligible to be used after 6 months of service. 8 hours of sick leave earned per month, eligible to be used as accrued. 24 hours of personal business leave per fiscal year, eligible to be used after 6 months of service. Pension and retirement programs. Positions receives annual 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 .  Discover more about working in Oregon state government by  clicking here . What We Are Looking For: Four Years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience; OR One year of related experience and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Desired Attributes/Application Scoring Criteria:   In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use the attributes below to determine whom to interview.  Demonstrated leadership experience in working with diverse teams of employees and community partners. Experience successfully developing positive relationships with peers and managers. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal (will be assessed in application materials and at time of interview). Case planning experience. Demonstrated experience creating an inclusive environment for staff and youth. Demonstrated experience providing coaching to and training of staff. Demonstrated operational experience in a juvenile setting. Additional Details: This position is part of the state's management team. Expected starting salary for new-to-state employees is $64,908 - $71,496 depending on experience Full salary range for the position is $64,908 -$107,460 We may use this recruitment to fill future vacancies. How to apply: Complete the application fully or upload a complete resume including dates of employment and duties/responsibilities of each position. Complete the questionnaire / supplemental questions. RESUME & COVER LETTER REQUIRED: Submit a cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications and the desired attributes above. After you submit your application please respond to the public records request authorization and gender identity questionnaire. This step will come after you submit and will complete the process. If you are an employee, the tasks will come to your Workday inbox. If you are a veteran, you may receive preference. Click here for more information about veterans’ preference . The task to claim preference will come after the public records request and gender identity questionnaire tasks. Click here for a guide on how to upload your documents. For privacy reasons , please do not attach your DD214/DD215/civil service preference letter to your application or combine it with any other required document attachments. Additional Information: 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.  All positions in OYA will require the incumbent to serve as a "mandatory reporter" of child abuse. 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 oyajobs@oya.oregon.gov   .