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Juvenile Services Specialist (Part-Time)

Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply. Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States.

This position will work 20 hours a week, with a schedule of Monday through Friday, 3:00 AM - 7:00 AM. The Clackamas County Juvenile Department provides prevention and early intervention services to at-risk youth, as well as case management for youth who have been referred to the department for delinquent behavior. If selected for this position, you will serve in a critical, operational role within the Juvenile Intake and Assessment Center (JIAC). As a Juvenile Services Specialist, you will be responsible for completing intake and accepting youth brought in by law enforcement into custody, providing supervision, assessing specific medical, mental health, or crisis needs of youth, and completing collateral contacts to determine appropriate release plans for youth in custody. You will also be responsible for providing secure transportation for youth to and from the detention facility, court appearances, medical appointments, and other transportation, such as transportation for family visitation at detention.

Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:

• At least six (6) months of experience working with at risk youth
• Ability to prioritize tasks and organize work
• Strong interpersonal skills that translate into:
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and partnerships both internally and externally
• Ability to build rapport, engage youth and families, provide resources and positive connections to the community and pro-social activities
• Independent decision making and problem-solving skills
• Be detail-oriented, respectful of the needs and interests of others, assertive, accessible and approachable, and self-directed (able to work without close supervision)
• Possess cultural awareness and the ability to work well with diverse groups of individuals
• Ability to handle a wide range of situations and circumstances effectively, positively and professionally
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:

• A minimum of one (1) year of experience working with at-risk youth
• Associate's Degree or higher in criminal justice or a related field

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Must pass post-offer, pre-employment drug test.
• Must pass a criminal history check which may include national or state fingerprint records check
• Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment.

Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees. We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle.