Case Coordinator

State of Oregon • Oak Creek, WI

2d • $5,428 - $7,549 • Onsite

About The Position

The Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) is seeking a collaborative and motivated Youth Corrections Youth Coordinator – Case Coordinator at the Oak Creek Youth Correctional Facility to support the leadership and daily operations of a residential living unit while promoting a culture grounded in Positive Human Development. This position assists the Living Unit Manager (LUM) with staff leadership, operational coordination, and fostering a safe, structured, and supportive environment for youth and staff. As a key member of the unit leadership team, this role is responsible for youth case management duties, including creating and maintaining JJIS Case Plans, coordinating and facilitating multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, and ensuring youth engagement in treatment programming in collaboration with the living unit QMHP and LUM. The Case Coordinator helps implement processes, structures, and work schedules that support staff engagement and effective unit operations and may provide direction in the absence of the LUM. We are looking for candidates with strong communication and leadership skills who can effectively share pertinent information verbally and in writing, build positive working relationships, and support both youth and staff development. Experience with MDT facilitation, case planning, and JJIS is highly valued. OYA encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences who are committed to equity, inclusion, teamwork, and positive outcomes for youth.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in a behavioral science or related field; OR Three years of experience observing, evaluating, and recording behavior and maintaining discipline of individuals in a program related to juvenile justice, treatment programs, or special education within an institution or residential living unit; OR An associate degree from an accredited school in a behavioral science or equivalent training program with an emphasis on juvenile systems, special education, and/or secondary education AND one year experience working in a juvenile justice, treatment, or secondary education program.
• Driving is an essential function of this position. A valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position. We will conduct pre-employment driving records checks on our final candidate(s).

Nice To Haves

• Ability to implement processes, structures, and work schedules that promote staff engagement and effective unit operations.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with both youth and staff, including the ability to provide direction and operational support in the absence of the Living Unit Manager (LUM).
• Experience coordinating and facilitating multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, case planning, and working within the Juvenile Justice Information System (JJIS).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively share pertinent information and foster communication among living unit staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Living Unit Manager (LUM) in developing and implementing procedures that promote effective staff engagement and positive interactions with youth.
• Facilitate community groups, one-on-one meetings, primary time activities, and other structured youth programming.
• Provide case management services for youth assigned to the living unit.

Benefits

• Low-cost, high-coverage health insurance
• Generous time-off
• Competitive retirement plan
• $2,500 life insurance policy paid for by your union, SEIU Local 503.
• Up to $100,000 member life, $40,000 spouse and $10,000 child is guaranteed within the first 90 days of new union membership.
• Up to $200,000 of additional life insurance can be purchased.
• Short Term Disability insurance is guaranteed if purchased within the first 90 days of new union membership.
• Legal insurance enrollment is available to purchase within the first 90 days of new union membership.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level