Juvenile Parole & Probation Officer

State of Oregon • Bend, OR

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

OREGON YOUTH AUTHORITY Juvenile Parole & Probation Officer Bend - OYA Deschutes County Parole & Probation Field Office Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of youth? The Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) is seeking a dedicated Juvenile Parole and Probation Officer (JPPO) to provide supervision and case management services to youth in our care. In this role, you’ll use developmental and cognitive behavioral models to assess risk/needs, develop case plans, and coordinate treatment and placement services tailored to each youth’s individual and cultural needs. The primary responsibilities of this position include: Promoting and fostering an inclusive and positive work environment by addressing work-related issues promptly and taking appropriate action. Supporting a safe workplace by identifying and reporting safety concerns to the Field Supervisor as needed. Ensuring the physical and psychological safety, healthy development, and overall well-being of youth while upholding the safety of the broader community. With a focus on accountability and fostering positive behavior change, you’ll collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including families, community partners, and educational providers. By employing Positive Human Development (PHD) principles and the Developmental Approach to Parole and Probation (DAPP), you’ll play a key role in helping youth build a foundation for success while maintaining vital community connections. If you have excellent communication skills, thrive in a dynamic environment, and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where individual differences are valued, this role is for you. Join us in supporting youth, families, and communities while promoting dignity, respect, and personal growth. Additional Information: Location: The office is located in Deschutes County in Bend, Oregon however your case loads may be located at other Eastern/Central Oregon counties based on business needs. Hybrid Work Schedule: This position may be eligible for up to 16 hours of remote work, as determined by the Supervisor. Remote work is evaluated periodically to ensure business needs are being met and can be adjusted at any time. Please visit the state’s Work Reimagined website for more information. This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current and future vacancies. Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range based on your experience, skills and education. For more information on pay equity, click here. The salary range listed is the non-PERS participating rate. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details. This position receives annual increases on the anniversary date until the maximum of the salary range is reached. Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes. Working Conditions: Work schedule may require availability outside of regular business hours to meet the needs of the agency and the office.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, the Behavioral Sciences or a related degree; and two years experience guiding or counseling troubled, criminal offender or socially maladjusted clients in a social service or criminal justice setting.
• Three years of additional experience may substitute for the education requirement.
• Driving is an essential function of this position. A valid driver 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 solve problems in a timely manner focusing on youth needs in alignment with OYA agency priorities.
• Collaborative team member who is willing to assist colleagues with case coverage as needed.
• Able to work with multiple community partners in a respectful and professional manner, even when differing opinions or misunderstandings arise.
• Demonstrated ability to thoroughly document information related to youth treatment services, including court records and other sensitive materials.
• Able to work independently while maintaining consistent daily communication with the Supervisor regarding cases and work-related matters.

Responsibilities

• Promoting and fostering an inclusive and positive work environment by addressing work-related issues promptly and taking appropriate action.
• Supporting a safe workplace by identifying and reporting safety concerns to the Field Supervisor as needed.
• Ensuring the physical and psychological safety, healthy development, and overall well-being of youth while upholding the safety of the broader community.

Benefits

• OYA values our employees. We believe that your time outside of the workplace is as valuable as it is inside the workplace. We offer a great work/life balance with flexible work schedules on most positions and a competitive benefits package, including low-cost, high-coverage health insurance, generous time-off, and a competitive retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

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