Juvenile Relief Worker - Detention - Temporary Pool

Marion County requires onsite work. Remote work is not available.

This recruitment will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. Applications will be reviewed periodically until a decision is made to close the recruitment.

Marion County Juvenile Department is recruiting for parttime temporary/oncall relief workers to provide vacation illness school breaks and vacancy coverage in Detention.

Please Note: Juvenile Relief Workers selected to work in Detention may also work in the Guaranteed Assistance Program but they are not eligible to also work in Alternative Programs. If you already work as a Juvenile Relief Worker in Alternative Programs you are not eligible to work for Detention or the Guaranteed Attendance Program.

This recruitment will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. Applications will be reviewed periodically until a decision is made to close the recruitment. Applicants are encouraged to submit the application as soon as possible as the recruitment may close at any time without further notice.

Attention Marion County or Former Marion County Employees: You must include your Marion County work experience in the application.

Pleaseincludevolunteer experience(working with youth) in the work experience section of your application and include VOLUNTEERat the end of the job title.

Juvenile Relief Worker for Detention Availability Requirements
Detention operates a 24/7 facility and the use of Relief Workers is necessary to fill shifts throughout the day and known availability is paramount to efficient scheduling and operations of the program.

Overview

• This assignment is an entrylevel classification in the field of Juvenile Justice.
• This assignment allows for flexible schedule for those in college or working another job.
• This assignment provides direct experience with juveniles that are often required or preferred in positions in Juvenile Justice.
• This assignment allows college students to gain valuable insight training and networking opportunities within the field of Juvenile Justice.
• Relief staff work a variety of shifts and days to cover prescheduled vacations and holidays as well as provide coverage for sick calls and additional staff needs. Relief staff are also required to attend mandatory annual trainings and scheduled meetings.
• There are no guaranteed hours but relief can work up to 1040 hours per fiscal year.
• This assignment is not represented by a union.

Depending on program area not all duties listed below will be required.

• Provides orientation for incoming youth and assists them in making the initial adjustment to the facility or program; provides ongoing direction to youth; acts as a positive role model for youth; attends to daily needs of juveniles.
• Prepares paperwork required by policy for juvenile offenders; supervises and writes evaluations of individual juveniles behavior and performance as observed by daily contact and supervision methods including daily grading/scoring; writes behavior/incident reports as required.
• Assists in the intake process at detention; may conduct pat and strip searches; assesses whether juvenile is in need of medical attention; secures juveniles personal effects currency and contraband and issues receipt; prepares necessary paperwork.
• Maintains order and respect for authority; observes and anticipates potentially hostile behavior of juvenile offenders and takes necessary preventative action.
• Responds to emergency situations and interacts to diffuse aggressive situations; handles difficult and specialized discipline problems by using corrections techniques and established disciplinary controls.
• Ensures safety reports improperly functioning building apparatus and faulty equipment; cleans facilities clothing and equipment as needed; performs minor equipment and vehicle maintenance with or without youth.
• Facilitates education and skills building activities individually and in groups; leads youth in recreational and leisure activities; performs minor cleaning and maintenance with or without youth.
• Works a variety of hours; may work different shifts or weekend hours on a variable schedule; remains alert and observant during shifts; is punctual in reporting for shifts.
• Assists in transports of juveniles as needed.
• Operates a motor vehicle in the performance of duties; maintains a current Oregon Drivers License and an acceptable driving record.
• Maintains the security of the facility including key and equipment control; conducts inspections security checks and searches; follows department and program policies and procedures; supervises visitors.
• Provides information on individual youth to probation staff caseworkers or medical personnel as requested; exhibits clear communication both verbally and in writing; maintains confidentiality.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with coworkers clients families and the public; exhibits cooperative behavior.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Two 2 years of college course work in Juvenile Justice Sociology Psychology or a related field; OR
2. Two 2 years experience (paid or unpaid) working with juveniles or atrisk youth; OR
3. Any satisfactory equivalent combination of education training and/or experience relevant to the position.

• Must possess a current drivers license in the applicants state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at: finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check including finger printing; however conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
• This is a safety sensitive/special needs position. Final candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a preemployment drug screen including testing for . The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy can be found at: candidates selected for this position may be required to pass a preemployment psychological examination by a countyappointed practitioner.
• This is a parttime temporary/oncall relief position which is eligible for overtime.
• This position is not represented by a union.
• Works in a 24hour 7day a week operation with rotating shift schedules and work stations. This includes working day and swing shifts weekends holidays and overtime as required. Work schedule is determined based on the needs of the department.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS
Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program fulltime employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.

VISA SPONSORSHIP
Marion County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hireyou will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Securitys I9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Marion County is an EVerify employer and will use EVerify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

VETERANS PREFERENCE
Applicants are eligible to use Veterans Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225 408.230 and 408.235 and OARand. Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS PREFERENCE

• One of the following:
  • MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215; OR
  • Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a nonservice connected pension; OR
  • Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

• In addition to one of the above documents Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
  • A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR
  • Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at County is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.

Applicants with a disability may request reasonable accommodation through Human Resources in any step of the process to assist them in demonstrating their qualifications to perform the duties of the position for which they are applying. Please emailHuman Resourcesif you wish to request an accommodation.