Juvenile Counselor II - Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Washington County • Hillsboro, OR

2d • $37 - $45

About The Position

Washington County Juvenile Services is recruiting a bilingual Spanish/English Juvenile Counselor II to help protect the public by reducing delinquency and restoring victims and the community through youth accountability. The role works directly with youth and families navigating the juvenile justice system, supporting behavioral change, coordinating services, and representing the department in court.

The position is part of the Hillsboro-Beaverton Regions Team, which supervises youth on probation or Formal Accountability Agreements (FAA). The team works with court and assessment partners on court and transfer processes, coordinates targeted case management and court-ordered requirements, and collaborates with schools, School Resource Officers, treatment providers, and other community partners. The Hillsboro region covers Hillsboro, Cornelius, Forest Grove, Banks, North Plains, and other nearby Washington County communities. The Beaverton region supervises youth living in or attending schools in the Beaverton School District.

Designated bilingual employees must demonstrate knowledge of a language other than English, precise writing skills, fluent speaking skills, and clear, concise oral and written communication. After passing the applicable language proficiency assessment, employees receive bilingual pay equal to 5% of their base pay rate, excluding other incentive pay, or $75 per pay period, whichever is greater. The position is represented by AFSCME (Juvenile).

Requirements

• Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, sociology, social work, or a field applicable to juvenile justice, and one year of experience counseling and case-managing juveniles and families; or
• Bachelor’s degree in counseling, psychology, sociology, social work, or a field applicable to juvenile justice, and three years of experience counseling and case-managing juveniles and families; or
• Associate’s degree in criminal justice, counseling, psychology, sociology, social work, or a field applicable to juvenile justice, and five years of supervised work experience counseling juveniles and families; or
• Seven years of supervised work experience counseling juveniles and families.
• Possess a driver’s license valid in Oregon and an acceptable driving record under Washington County policy.
• Complete a criminal history check in accordance with Oregon Administrative Rules.
• For bilingual positions, pass written and oral fluency assessments in the selected language.
• Demonstrate fluent speaking skills and precise writing, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation, in the designated language.

Nice To Haves

• Strong administrative efficiency and a proven ability to complete tasks and documentation accurately and on time.
• Highly organized and able to use templates effectively.
• Ability to remain calm in complex or high-stakes situations.
• Clear communication with youth, families, and professionals.
• Ability to present in court hearings.
• Ability to document and present court paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Build working relationships with youth and families to support positive change.
• Supervise youth on probation or informal supervision.
• Conduct assessments and create case plans that balance accountability, growth, and safety.
• Coordinate with schools, service providers, attorneys, and community partners.
• Prepare court reports and paperwork.
• Present cases and represent the department in court hearings.
• Complete case documentation accurately and in a timely manner.

Benefits

• Bilingual pay after passing the applicable proficiency assessment: 5% of base pay rate, excluding other incentive pay, or $75 per pay period, whichever is greater.
• Award-winning benefits and wellness program.
• Employee development opportunities.
• Work-life harmony.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree