Probation Officer II - Juvenile
Probation Officer II - Juvenile
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PLEASE NOTE: Salary is dependent on experience. Yamhill County typically hires between steps 14
Yamhill County has one regular fulltime position for a Juvenile Probation Officer II **Spanish Bilingual Required**. The Juvenile Probation Officer II Performs professional correctional and social case work of a more difficult and complex nature in the investigation counseling adjustment rehabilitation and guidance of youth with behavioral problems and those coming to the attention of the juvenile court. Performs intake assessment of referred cases. Prepares and coordinates cases for court hearing. Performs related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Works under general supervision of a Program Manager who reviews work for adherence to established policies and standards through conference review of activities and case reports.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Supervision of other employees is not a responsibility of this classification. May supervise activities of a student intern or volunteer as directed.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDEESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITIONS ASSIGNED TO THIS CLASSIFICATION. DEPENDING ON ASSIGNMENT THE EMPLOYEE MAY PERFORM A COMBINATION OF SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING DUTIES:- Performs duties similar to juvenile probation officer I in handling juvenile case referrals of a more difficult or complex nature.
- Reviews all referrals to juvenile court services and makes disposition of cases which includes arranging for intake interviews with juveniles and parents. Makes appropriate referrals to other agencies.
- Conducts intake interviews.
- Determines risk level of the youth via the JCP Risk Assessment Tool and helps assigned DDA to determine if action will be taken informally or formally through a court hearing.
- Prepares cases for court hearings.
- Confers with district attorneys office regarding the nature and facts of cases and ensures that necessary legal documents are prepared.
- Provides support to assigned DDA during the jurisdictional and dispositional stages of hearing.
- Presents facts of cases to the court.
- Makes dispositional recommendations to and carries out orders of the court.
- Supervises juveniles placed on probation by the court or informal disposition agreements by the juvenile department.
- Coordinates case management with other community partner agencies and residential programs.
- Prepares and presents information to the court on minors committing violations while on probation.
- Prepares written case reports/notes and maintains records necessary for effective supervision of a highrisk caseload
- Serves as liaison between juvenile court services and other agencies including handling court hearings preparing legal documents coordinating general services between the department and other agencies handling emergency referrals and providing services to children and families in crisis situations.
- Participates in community programs related to prevention of juvenile delinquency and may address groups concerning departmental programs and activities.
- Conducts custody investigations for domestic relations matters when directed by the presiding judge or supervisor.
- Provides services beyond normal office hours as necessary and is available after normal office hours for oncall purposes as assigned.
- Recommends improvements in intake probation administrative and other office procedures and practices.
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this classification with or without accommodation.
The Benefits
Yamhill County offers generous employee benefits:
- 15 paid holidays per year.
- 19.5 days of Flexible Earned Time (FET) accrual in the first year (based on an 8hr day).
- PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) 100% employer funded contributions.
- Full health benefit offerings with employee premiums starting as low as $58.82/month for 2024 to2025 plan year. *
- 6% Bilingual Pay Incentive.
- Cost of Living Adjustment in July.
- Annual Merit increases upon receiving satisfactory or higher annual evaluation.
*Subject to the AFCSME Collective Bargaining Agreement (7/1/2023 6/30/2026).
Yamhill County has approximately 109000 residents and is a very desirable place to live in the heart of the Willamette Valley wine country. Yamhill County is home to Linfield University and Chemeketa Community College in McMinnville and George Fox University and Portland Community College in Newberg. Yamhill County is centrally located in the Willamette Valley within proximity to the Oregon Coast the Portland and Salem metropolitan areas and the Oregon Cascade Mountains. Wide varieties of indoor and outdoor recreation opportunities are available. We have the benefits appeal and superior quality of life found in a smalltown community while enjoying active social and cultural lifestyles found in larger metropolitan areas.
Required Information
Under the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 any person hired or rehired is required to provide evidence of identity and eligibility for employment. Yamhill County does not offer VISA sponsorships. The County verifies the valid work authorization of each employee using Form I9 and the EVerify Program.
Yamhill County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and values diversity.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Applicants are considered for employment based on their qualifications without regard to race religion gender sexual orientation national origin age marital or veteran status medical condition or disability or any other factor prohibited by law or regulation. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Do not include information or photos that would identify those personal traits. Documents included with this identifying information will be removed from the application packet.
Some positions require a criminal history check and a review of driving record. All County positions require regular prompt and consistent attendance.
Accommodation Under the Americans With Disabilities Act
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources ator via email at .
Veterans Preference
Under Oregon law ORS 408.225408.238 veterans who meet the minimum qualifications for a position may be eligible for hiring preference. If you think you may qualify a Veterans Hiring Preference Form MUST be completed and submitted with the application along with other supporting documentation. For the form and information for this process please click here. (Download PDF reader)
If you need assistance with completing an application for employment or with obtaining a Veterans Hiring Preference Form please contact Human Resources ator via email at .
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Court procedures and processes.
- Psychology and sociology related to behavior and adjustment problems of juveniles and other therapeutic principles and methods of treating these problems.
- Child welfare laws including detention probation and parole.
- Juvenile court procedures and rules of evidence.
- Small group counseling methods and techniques.
- Investigatory techniques.
- Preparation and service of legal documents.
- JCP risk assessment screening tool.
- Sex Traffic Vulnerability Screening assessment.
SKILL IN:- Communication observation and interviewing techniques.
- Preparing comprehensive accurate clear reports and legal documents.
ABILITY TO:- Manage a heavy case load involving timely completion of work.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Interact in a professional manner during stressful and/or emotional situations.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with juveniles parents community partner agencies judges and coworkers.
- Attend work on time as scheduled and/or required.
- Speak fluently in English and Spanish.
Minimum Experience and Training/Other Requirements
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
Two years experience in juvenile counseling probation or other youth services requiring working experience with child welfare laws and corrections. Graduation from an accredited school with major course work in behavioral sciences.
Juvenile Counselor Certification from the Oregon Juvenile Department Directors Association is required.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to secure and maintain a drivers license valid in the state of Oregon or an acceptable alternative means of transportation. May be required to drive a County vehicle. Employees authorized to operate a private vehicle on County business are required to carry a valid drivers license and liability insurance minimums as outlined in ORS 806.070.
May be subject to successful completion of a background check.Work Environment/Physical Demands
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS SUMMARY:
The incumbent typically works in an office environment and uses a computer telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an office. Work also involves travel to clients homes and meetings. Incumbent may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the workday.
The employee is regularly required to sit talk or hear; frequently required to use repetitive hand motion handle or feel and to stand walk reach bend or lift up to 20 pounds.
Contact with the public in home or office environments may risk exposure to irrational/hostile behavior contagious diseases or contact with domestic animals.
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to ensure workload coverage. Employees are required to follow any other jobrelated instructions and to perform any other jobrelated duties requested by their supervisor. This job description does NOT constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the organizational needs and requirements of the job change.
The job specification requirements stated are representative of minimum levels of knowledge skills and abilities to perform this job successfully.Any satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training which ensures the ability to perform the work may substitute for the above so that the employee will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
