Juvenile Counselor I - Overnight Shift

Washington County, Oregon•Hillsboro, OR

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Juvenile Services is actively recruiting for a Juvenile Counselor I to join our team! As a Juvenile Counselor I at Harkins House, you will be working directly with youth in our care in a milieu setting to increase their ability to be successful in their communities. This position includes direct care through supervision and monitoring youth behavior, skill building, running groups for youth, taking youth on outings, maintaining a safe milieu environment, timely and accurate documentation, and working as part of a close-knit team. We are looking for applicants who are team players and willing and able to support the youth, their families and the Harkins House team in teaching youth for a successful return to the community. The role works an overnight shift and includes weekend work. Overnight shifts work the hours of 10:30pm-7:00am Wednesday through Sunday. This position is represented by the AFSCME labor organization. To review the full collective bargaining agreement, including any position‑specific benefits, please use the following link: Labor Agreements . Harkins House is a 24/7 residential program in Washington County serving youth between the ages of 12-18 who are involved with the juvenile justice system. As a Juvenile Counselor I, you will have an opportunity to help make a difference for adolescents and their families through direct care work with youth in the program. Harkins House is a fast-paced environment, so having an ability to manage stress, prioritize duties, and focus on improving the lives of the youth in our care is essential. We work to maintain and promote a positive work culture and welcome individuals who share in our mission.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, counseling, psychology, sociology, social work, or field applicable to the practice of juvenile justice; AND completion of a one-year practicum OR one (1) year of supervised work experience in the counseling of juveniles and families; OR Associate's degree in criminal justice, counseling, psychology, sociology, social work, or field applicable to the practice of juvenile justice; AND three (3) years of supervised work experience in the counseling of juveniles and families; OR Five (5) years of supervised work experience in the counseling of juveniles and families.
Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record per Washington County policy.
Must pass an extensive background check.
Must be CPR Certified within 6 months of hire.
Some positions may require the ability to lift, push, pull, move up to 35 lbs.

Nice To Haves

An ability to work with youth who display oppositional and defiant behaviors and to guide them in pro-social decision making.
Ability to communicate well with coworkers.
Ability to problem-solve and remain calm in stressful situations.
Ability to be flexible and open to change.
Understanding of Trauma Informed Care practices and other evidenced based strategies when working with youth.
Ability to prepare accurate reports under specific timelines and to have excellent time management and organizational skills.
Ability to work well within a fast-paced team environment.
Ability to accept feedback.
Willingness to work holidays.
Willing to work swing shifts that may include weekends.
Ability to manage stress, prioritize duties, and focus on improving the lives of the youth in our care is essential.

Responsibilities

Supervision and monitoring youth behavior
Skill building
Running groups for youth
Taking youth on outings
Maintaining a safe milieu environment
Timely and accurate documentation
Working as part of a close-knit team
Supporting the youth, their families and the Harkins House team in teaching youth for a successful return to the community
Direct care work with youth in the program