Juvenile Counselor 2 - Bilingual (K002B)



Juvenile Counselor 2 - Bilingual (K002B)

Salary

$50,918.40 - $70,553.59 Annually

Location

Eugene, OR

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

201700189

Department

Health & Human Services

Division

YS Program Management

Opening Date

08/05/2017

Closing Date

8/21/2017 5:00 PM Pacific

FLSA

Exempt

DESCRIPTION

This position will work with informal and adjudicated youth placed on formal probation by the court. It will be responsible for providing assessments, court reports, case plans and other legal or court documents. 

This position will also work with clients and their families in Lane County to provide probation services which include community safety, client skill development and treatment recommendations.

The Department of Youth Services (DYS) provides assessment, probation, training, counseling and detention services for all youth, ages 12-17 years old, referred by local law enforcement because of criminal behavior.

To perform professional casework for potential, alleged, or adjudicated juvenile offenders involving assessment, investigation, counseling, supervision and placement; and to perform related duties as assigned.

Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm.

*This is a AFSCME represented position*

QUALIFICATIONS

Prepares assessment reports, petitions, conditional releases, summons, probation agreements, and other relevant legal or court documents and makes recommendations to the courts.

Receives custody of youth from law enforcement and courts; preserves the security and safety of assigned areas; physically restrains youth, as needed; assists detained youth in coping with incarceration; devises and administers appropriate reinforcements and sanctions for positive behavior.

Guides youth and their families through the court process; confers with parents; conducts home visits and evaluations.

Supervises youth on case plans; monitors daily activities of juveniles including school attendance and performance, treatment compliance, community service work, restitution payment and other community activities.

Juvenile Counselor 1 - Bilingual
Conducts intake, pre-hearing and post-hearing investigation of youths referred to the department for violations of the law; conducts interviews with the youth and families; places juvenile in temporary living situations.

Decides initial disposition of cases; collects diagnostic and historic information; refers youth to appropriate agency or resource; initiates treatment plans.

Develops a culturally competent and gender specific individual plan for each youth, and periodically evaluates its effectiveness.

Provides family counseling and crisis intervention; provides individual counseling for youths and instruction in basic skills such as job finding, communication, decision making and goal planning.

Coordinates the communication between the Department of Youth Services and the schools, multicultural service agencies, treatment facilities, medical personnel, Department of Human Services, parents and other agencies providing supervision or services for youths to outline and monitor treatment and care programs.

Accompanies youth to and from Detention, Court, home, placement facilities, schools, and appointments.

Participates in treatment team assessments and care staffing; maintains accurate case records.

Maintains database and network of community programs, resources, and services.

Juvenile Counselor 2 - Bilingual
(In addition to the duties for Juvenile Counselor 1 - Bilingual):
Independently conducts intake, pre-hearing and post-hearing investigation of youths referred to the department for violations of the law; conducts interviews with the youth; places juvenile in temporary living situations.

Decides initial disposition of cases; collects diagnostic and historic information; refers youth to appropriate agency or resource; initiates and prepares treatment plans.

Independently develops a culturally competent and gender specific plan for each youth, and periodically evaluates its effectiveness.

Provides comprehensive family counseling and crisis intervention; provides comprehensive individual counseling for youths and instruction in basic skills such as job finding, communication, decision making and goal planning.

Arranges for space and transports admitted juveniles to detention facilities; accompanies youth to and from Detention, Court, home, placement facilities, schools, and appointments.

Facilitates and participates in treatment team assessments and care staffing; maintains accurate case records.

Coordinates the communication between the Department of Youth Services and the schools, multicultural service agencies, treatment facilities, medical personnel, Department of Human Services, parents and other agencies providing supervision or services for youths to outline and monitor treatment and care programs.

Develops and improves Evidence-Based programs for youth and Cognitive Behavioral Training; updates current department programs with Best Practice Information and Interventions.

Develops and maintains database and network of community programs, resources, and services.

Trains students and volunteers.

CLASSIFICATION DETAILS

Juvenile Counselor 1 - Bilingual
Knowledge of:
Behavior and adjustment problems in juveniles and methods of treating them.

Statewide and local correctional and social service agencies and their programs, practices and procedures.

Available community and multicultural resources.

Business letter writing and basic report preparation techniques; English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Theories, methods and techniques used in individual or family counseling.

Principles and practices of psychology as they relate to child and adolescent development and family structure.

Criminal law; juvenile law; juvenile court policies and procedures; and state laws, rules and regulations regarding juvenile detention and probation.

Interviewing techniques and testing procedures.

Ability to:
Make accurate assessments of children's' behavior and attitudes and choose appropriate courses of action based on this assessment.

Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion of people from various socio/economic backgrounds who may be hostile and/or aggressive or have emotional disorders.

Maintain discipline and orderly conduct.

Teach basic life and self-help skills.

Objectively evaluate information and make appropriate decisions.

Develop and evaluate treatment plans.

Prepare and present court reports or legal documents.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with youth and families from diverse backgrounds.

Effectively deal with and counsel maladjusted youths and their families and gain their confidence and cooperation.

Secure accurate and personal data, make accurate assessments of a given situation or a given individual, and choose appropriate courses of action.

Juvenile Counselor 2 - Bilingual
(In addition to the qualifications for Juvenile Counselor 1 - Bilingual)
Knowledge of:
Comprehensive theories, methods and techniques used in individual or family counseling.

Comprehensive principles and practices of psychology, social work, and case management as they relate to child and adolescent development, treatment and family structure.

Comprehensive interviewing and assessment procedures and techniques, testing procedures and use of various diagnostic tools and intervention strategies.

Criminal law; juvenile law; juvenile court policies and procedures; confidentiality laws, and relevant state laws, rules and regulations.

Evidence-Based programs for youth; Best Practice Information and Interventions including knowledge on provision of culturally competent and gender specific services.

Ability to:
Develop and evaluate complex treatment plans.

Prepare and present court reports or legal documents and maintain accurate case records.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including other professionals, community members and clients.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, and work effectively with youth and families from diverse backgrounds.

Utilize community resources, including multicultural services.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Juvenile Counselor 1- Bilingual
Training:
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in social work or a related field.

Experience:
Six months of social work experience involving work with juvenile offenders and the Juvenile Court system.

Juvenile Counselor 2 - Bilingual
Training:
A Master's degree in social work or a related field is preferred.

Experience:
Two years of responsible social work experience involving work with juvenile offenders and the Juvenile Court system.

An equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Special Requirements:
• Possession of a valid Oregon driver's license by time of appointment.
• Bilingual abilities (English/Spanish).

Notes:
This position is subject to a full criminal offender information record check. If fingerprinting is required, the fee is paid for by the successful candidate and the expense is non-reimbursable.  

Offers of employment are contingent upon consenting to and successfully passing a drug screening test; negative results are reimbursable.  

Lane County will administer bilingual testing as part of the selection process.
 

JUVENILE COUNSELOR 2 – Bilingual "B"
Language - Spanish

DEFINITION:

To assist in providing bilingual communication with Limited English Proficient (LEP) persons. Individuals in these classifications do more than self-identify; they have successfully passed a test demonstrating proficiency in both English and the other language administered by the County. The need for the use of the second language in the performance of job duties in this classification has been identified.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

In addition to the regular knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the employee's main classification, the bilingual duties of this adjunct classification may include, but are not limited to the following:
• Interpreting between English speakers and LEP persons.
• Orally translating documents
• Providing oral assistance
• Providing written assistance, including some written document translation

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:
Both languages, demonstrating the ability to convey information in both languages quickly and accurately.

Ability to:
• Communicate clearly and concisely.
• Maintain confidentiality of communications.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
An equivalent combination of experience and training or demonstrated abilities qualifying the employee or applicant to perform the duties described herein. These skills and abilities may be acquired in various ways; i.e., education and/or bilingual or bicultural experiences.

Lane County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application and/or interview process due to disability, requests must be made in a timely manner. Contact a recruitment specialist at 541.682.3124.

Careers with Lane County Offer Extraordinary Benefits


At Lane County, we value our employees and we show it with our extraordinary benefits. We know that you chose public service for more than a paycheck, and our outstanding benefits are designed to help you Live Well, Live Lane - throughout your career. Read on to learn what great benefits await you in a career with Lane County.

Benefits to keep you & your family well - Physically

Health insurance coverage becomes effective the first of the month following your first 30 days as an eligible employee.

Medical/Rx/Vision - Lane County offers medical, prescription and vision exam coverage for you and your eligible dependents. The plan options and costs per month for 2018 are outlined below:

If you enroll in the HDHP the County will contribute to your HSA: $1,500 (individual) or $3,000 (family) annually. This amount is prorated based on date of hire.

Eligible employees who complete a Health History Risk Assessment (HHRA), Biometric Screening, and Comprehensive Health Review (CHR) at the Live Well Center receive a $20 per month credit.

Wellness Clinic - The Live Well Center is for Lane County benefits-eligible employees, spouses and dependents (ages 2 and up) who are enrolled in the Lane County health plan. Marathon Health manages the Live Well Center and their clinical team provides confidential, affordable care for your acute and preventive healthcare needs. The Live Well Center also provides health coaching, chronic disease counseling, comprehensive primary care services, and much more.

Dental - Lane County provides dental coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Lane County provides this counseling and concierge service to employees and members of their immediate households.

Fitness Center Membership - Lane County provides employees with a free membership to a local fitness center. Employees may add their families at a discounted rate.


Benefits to keep you & your family well - Financially

Retirement - Lane County pays for, and enrolls employees in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) and the Individual Account Program (IAP) following six full months of employment. (Current members are eligible upon hire.)

Disability - Lane County pays a portion of wages for eligible employees through Short-Term Disability, and provides Long-Term Disability coverage. Lane County complies with all State and Federal disability laws for employee, family, parental and pregnancy leaves regulations.

Time Management - Lane County provides employees with a generous bank of hours to be used for sick, vacation, family emergencies and personal days.

Holidays - Lane County provides nine paid holidays per year.

Life Insurance - Lane County pays for employee group term life insurance.


County-paid training & development to keep your career well

On-site Classes
- Lane County offers a variety of on-site classes to develop employees' soft and technical skills.

Online Training - Lane County offers a variety of online classes through LEAP to help employees continually improve their skills.

Conferences & Seminars - Lane County pays for employees to attend professional conferences to encourage continuous learning and professional development.


Lane County offers these other valuable benefits

Deferred Compensation Retirement Savings
- Employees may enroll in a deferred compensation program 457(b) to save for retirement.

Vision - Eligible employees may purchase supplemental vision insurance.

Supplemental Life Insurance - Employees may purchase supplemental life insurance for themselves and their dependents/spouse.

Aflac - Optional employee-paid voluntary group coverage is available through Aflac.

Group Discounts - Group discounts may include homeowners and auto insurance, pet health insurance, credit union membership.


The above information describes typical benefits available for Regular Full-time Employees. Actual benefits received may differ by position, employment status (regular, temporary, or extra help) and/or bargaining group. Paid medical, dental and vision coverage for dependents is determined by labor agreement or APM, as applicable. Physicians should contact their supervisor for health plan options and rates. Please note that Temporary and Extra Help positions are not typically eligible for benefits. This is only brief summary of benefits available to eligible Lane County employees. In all cases, plan documents govern.

For additional information about these extraordinary benefits contact the Benefit Resource Center at 1-866-468-7272, or Lane County HR at (541) 682-3124.

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Please answer YES if you meet one of the following criteria: a) You have a valid Oregon Driver's License, b) You have a valid driver's license from another state AND are able to obtain an Oregon Driver's License by the time of appointment.
  • Yes
  • No
02
Are you able to speak, read and/or write in both English and Spanish?
  • Yes
  • No
03
Please provide us with an overview of how your education and/or experience has prepared you for this position. Please highlight any experience working with juvenile delinquents, working in a detention or residential treatment facility. Include types of employers, years of experience and your role. This information will be reviewed separately from your application.
04
Describe your juvenile justice experience in each of the following areas: a) conducting assessments, counseling youth and families, caseload supervision, utilizing community resources, and presenting cases before the court and b) working with professionals from various social service and law enforcement agencies.
05
Describe your knowledge and experience in evidence-based practices as it relates to juvenile justice and working with juvenile offenders.
06
Describe you knowledge of Juvenile law; juvenile court policies and procedures; confidentiality laws, and relevant state laws, rules and regulations.
07
Please describe your experience working with people whose cultural backgrounds are different from your own. What is your biggest challenge, besides language, and biggest reward in working with diverse populations? Please provide examples.

Required Question

Agency
Lane County
Department
Health & Human Services
Address
151 W 7th Ave

Eugene, Oregon, 97401