Group Life Coordinator Pool - Eastern Oregon Youth Correctional Facility

State of Oregon•La Grande, OR

10d•$4,945 - $6,258•Onsite

About The Position

The Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) is seeking to fill several openings for the role of Group Life Coordinator 2 (GLC2) at the Eastern Oregon Youth Correctional Facility in Burns, Oregon. As a GLC2, you will play a vital role in maintaining a safe and secure environment for both the youth in our care and our staff. You will work closely with the youth, providing guidance and pro-social role modeling to ensure that they carry out their day-to-day activities in a constructive and positive manner. This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current and future vacancies - permanent, full-time, part-time, limited duration (benefits eligible with a designated maximum length of service, potential to become permanent), and temporary positions. The goal is to fill this position at a GLC2 level, but candidates meeting GLC1 qualifications may be considered for under-filling, with training not exceeding one year.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED certificate, or other proof of education at the same or higher level; AND Six months full-time experience observing, evaluating, developing, and monitoring human behavior and performance; OR A Certificate or Associate degree from an accredited school in a behavioral science, education, criminal justice, or related degree.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Possess a valid driver license and acceptable driving record.
Must pass a Physical Abilities Test (PAT) including: Ability to handle, feel, and have finger dexterity using both hands. Ability to move, carry or hold objects weighing from 6 lbs up to 165 lbs moving a maximum of 54 feet. Ability to kneel, bend, turn and stand, turn and sit, reach and crawl. Ability to perform 15 step-ups on a 12-inch stepping platform. Ability to run or jog 100 yards. Ability to hold body weight in the push-up position for 50 seconds. Ability to hold a 6lb medicine ball at chest level with arms extended for a period of 40 seconds. Ability to complete the circuit outlined above two times with a 1 minute break between sessions.
Acceptable vision of at least 20/30 (with or without correction) in both eyes, with peripheral vision of 160 degrees from a distance of 20 feet.
Have binaural hearing (aided or unaided) in ranges from 500 to 2000 Hz and from 20 to 60 db.
Must consent to a criminal records check, driving record background check, and a vulnerable population abuse and neglect check.
Must consent to additional pre-employment checks such as fingerprint based on criminal records check, pre-employment drug screening and/or education verification as required for the position.
Will be asked specific questions about your background to ensure hiring and promotion practices comply with National PREA standards.
Will be required to serve as a "mandatory reporter" of child abuse.
Will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming you are able to work in the US.
Must be authorized to work in the United States (OYA uses E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a team setting and communicating information.
Experience utilizing problem-solving techniques.
Experience providing and utilizing skills as a mentor or as a coach.
Experience demonstrating excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Coaching, confronting, and correcting youth behavior as necessary.
Observing, evaluating, and recording youth behavior, attitude, and performance, including their attendance and participation in treatment groups, recreational activities, vocational/educational programs, and community service projects.
Preparing Youth Incident Reports (YIRs) and documenting any unusual incidents or critical events.
Assigning, training, and supervising youth who perform various chores and jobs within the facility, such as maintenance, kitchen work, laundry, landscaping, and janitorial duties.
Supervising youth performing community-based work crew activities when appropriate.
Monitoring youth offenders for potential health and safety risks, including suicide prevention.
Conducting security inspections and searches of the facility, grounds, and state vehicles.
Administering medication to youth (under the indirect supervision of medical staff) and maintaining contact with medical staff to ensure appropriate medical care for the youth.
Providing secure transport of youth to appointments within the community as needed.