Juvenile Court Counselor

Position Title: Juvenile Court Counselor

Union: Non-Union

Salary Grade: Grade N - $6,058.31 - $6,365.01/month

Reports to: Youth Services Director

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Department: Youth Services

General Position Summary:

The position of Juvenile Court Counselor preforms professional juvenile correctional and social casework for youth with behavioral concerns, and has come to the attention of the Department of Youth Services. This position requires collaborative work with community partners, youth and families to assess, develop intervention plans, and follow through with recommendations for supervision. Juvenile Court Counselors work directly with the Office of District Attorney, Court and law enforcement entities to reduce recidivism and support public safety.

Essential Functions (in a typical work week):

Review referrals to Department of Youth Services from police reports, schools, parents and self-referrals for legal sufficiency and makes decisions as to disposition based on public safety, youth accountability and opportunities to build youth competencies.

Interview youth and family during an intake to determine severity of the case, family structure, educational status, employment history and any other pertinent information needed to develop a case plan with the youth and/or family.

Intake/update into the Juvenile Justice Information System (JJIS) ongoing case management information including demographic information, assessments, case planning goals and progress, and court hearings and outcomes.
Prepares documents to be filed in court for formal cases including petitions, motions, judgements, probations violations proceedings; confers with District Attorney's office regarding nature and facts of cases. Handles jurisdictional and dispositional stages of hearing. Present facts of the case to the court; makes recommendations and follows up with judgements of the court.

Communicate with victims of youth crime to ensure that they have information about court hearings, including their opportunity to submit information or comments to the court.

Communicate with courts, attorneys, schools, treatment providers, and community resources to ensure that each youth is provided with the best possible opportunities for achieving the goals of the case plan.

Supervise youth placed on probation by the court or formal accountability agreements by the Department of Youth Services. Coordinate case management with other agencies and residential programs.

Recommend improvements for intake, probations, administrative, and other office procedures and practices. Maintain a positive, affirming environment which values fellow employees, youth, victims, and families served by the Department of Youth Services.

Must have regular and predictable attendance.

Secondary Functions (in a typical work week):

Conduct home visits of youth and/or families involved with the Department of Youth Services to assess current conditions

Take or authorize protective custody of youth when appropriate; authorize detention of youth when appropriate. Provide both secure and non-secure transports for youth and/or families.

Handle emergency referrals involving crisis situations and provide necessary services or referrals to other appropriate agencies.

Provide services beyond normal office hours as necessary, and be available to respond after normal office hours for on-call purposes, as assigned. This is a continuation of listing work assignments. Functions that can be or are regularly performed by others are listed here, in a format similar or identical to the previous section.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibility/Accountability:

This section of the job description describes the amount and breadth of responsibility and accountability that rests with the position, including the expected results of the position, the impact on County operations and activities, and the responsibility for budget.

Moderate, but distinct impact on organization operations, program outcomes, revenue, and expense or budgetary outcomes. Responsibility for the prudent use of assets, including assigned equipment, material, or labor, is moderate and often includes responsibility for others' use of organization assets. Some program or policy development affecting the organization and its offerings is part of the job responsibility. “Customer” service is an important part of the job and actions would likely impact user's sense of satisfaction.

Supervision of Employees:

This section of the job description describes the supervisory responsibility assigned including the range and types of supervisory functions performed, from directing work activities and delegating assignments to coaching, counseling, making disciplinary decisions, hiring, firing, salary actions, performance appraisal, training, etc. as well as the types of employees supervised.

Positions at this level are responsible for daily work or special project direction that is provided to personnel in similar job functions at comparable or subordinate levels. This work is usually limited in time and to only a few individuals. Position may participate in the hiring process. However, positions are not responsible for hiring, firing, disciplinary actions, etc.

Interpersonal Skills/Contacts:

This section of the job description describes the characteristics of personal interaction with others including the frequency of contacts with others, the breadth of interactions (within the County, outside the County, with vendors/contractors, dealing directly with the public, etc.), and the level of persons interacted with. Also, included in this section is the reason for contact such as gaining cooperation; use negotiation, tact, teamwork, and sensitivity; or the likelihood of dealing with disagreeable or hostile individuals.

Positions at this level have frequent responsibility for contact with others not employed at the County. Internally, primary contacts are usually made with other departments, as opposed to own work group. Contacts usually concern non-routine information, and the potential for positive or adverse consequences to the County because of these contacts is constantly present. Negotiation, persuasion, tact, sensitivity, and confidential exchanges are all part of the interactions required. Formal presentations may be periodically made. Communication and interpersonal skills are important, and must be well refined to complete job responsibilities.

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Working Conditions:

This section of the job descriptions outlines the work environment, conditions, and hazards that are encountered in the course of assigned work. This includes the personal risk, hazard, varying work schedules, level of interruptions, job pressure, and the need to frequently juggle priorities and work assignments. Also, exposure to unpleasant working conditions such as high noise levels, heat or cold, inside or outside work, exposure to electricity, chemicals, poor lighting, confinements, machinery, interactions with disturbed or dangerous individuals, personal attacks, contact with contagious disease, or situations where personal safely cannot be assured.

This level has a work environment in which moderate hazards or obstacles exist. There is some personal risk or hazard from job interactions, working environment, or job pressure. Job conditions may be somewhat uncomfortable due to varying work environments; outside job tasks; inclement weather; exposure to chemicals, machinery, electricity, or individuals of unpredictable, possibly harmful intent, etc. Positions where there are constantly changing priorities, constant interruptions to work flow, and constant shifts in task assignment should be placed at this level. Work that is somewhat physically demanding and which creates a possible risk of personal injury should also be placed at this level.

Physical Requirements:

This section of the job description describes the physical effort and manual labor, such as sitting, standing, lifting, carrying, digging, operating equipment, performing with speed, etc., as well as the dexterity required to complete the job functions. The need for travel, extended hours, and situations of physical discomfort are also outlined here.

Positions rated at this level require occasional physical effort such as light lifting, carrying, or movement, etc. Physical capability involves use of office or power equipment where some dexterity is needed. Movement around the work space is not challenging, and there are little to no restrictions on mobility.

Employees working in positions where driving is an essential function of their duties must possess a valid driver’s license.

Education, Experience, and Certification/Licensure:

This section of the job description outlines the education, previous experience, professional licenses, certifications, and specific skills necessary to perform the assigned work.

Positions at this level require abilities, skills, training, and/or knowledge base equivalent to an entry level professional. Education including a four year degree beyond high school, or its equivalent, is typically required to learn and understand the information necessary to successfully complete job assignments. Positions require broad knowledge of a number of business/public sector areas, and/or the specialized knowledge of a professional discipline. Previous work experience of 2 years is required, but it may not be directly in the professional discipline. Three years of previous directly-related work experience may be substituted for academic training. Capabilities include the ability to think through complex situations, weigh alternatives and options, and make sound judgments on the basis of research or other factual considerations.

Below is an outline of the specific Education type, Experience type or licensure/certification that is required for this role. The County will also consider any equivalent combinations of the qualifying criteria.

· Bachelor’s Degree from a certified college or university in a related field such as corrections, psychology or social work.

· Experience working with youth and families within the community. Experience preferred would include case management and assisting families’ access services.

· Ability to become CJIS (Criminal Justice Information Services) certified by completing the training and passing the certification process every year. The certification is the necessary security standard in order to be trusted with criminal justice information.

Additionally, an individual in this position models Wasco County’s core values and cultural initiatives.

Equal access to programs, services and employment opportunities are available to all persons, in regards to age, ancestry, color disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, medical condition, military veteran status, national origin, race, religion sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state and/or local law.

In accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and/or applicable star and local laws, applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for the application and/or interview process should notify Human Resources.

You can obtain an application packet from the lobby at the entrance of 401 E. 3rd Street or by downloading the forms from the Wasco County website.

Wasco County: https://www.co.wasco.or.us/departments/human_resources/employment.php

Once completed, please return the forms via email, mail, or in-person using the following contact details:

Email: application@co.wasco.or.us

Address: Wasco County Human Resources

401 E. 3rd Street, Suite 200 – 2nd Floor

The Dalles, OR 97058

**Please be aware that incomplete application packets will not be considered for employment.**

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37.28 - $39.16 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $37 - $39