Youth Corrections Unit Coordinator - Skill Development Coordinator (Multiple Positions)

State of Oregon • Woodburn, OR

3d • Onsite

About The Position

OREGON YOUTH AUTHORITY Youth Corrections Unit Coordinator - Skill Development Coordinator Woodburn, OR – MACLAREN YOUTH CORRECTIONAL FACILITY Are you interested in making a positive impact on the lives of young individuals? The Oregon Youth Authority is excited to announce openings for multiple Skill Development Coordinator positions at MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility. As a Skill Development Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the unit manager with the overall leadership of their assigned living unit. Your responsibilities will include leadership support, staff development, operational coordination, and fostering a Positive Human Development culture within the living unit. In this integral position within the unit’s leadership structure, you will also support youth skill development and case-related functions, including contributing to case planning activities, supporting multidisciplinary team (MDT) coordination, and helping ensure youth are actively engaged in treatment and skill-building programs. Key duties also include providing proactive intervention and response to behaviorally challenging youth and/or youth requiring conflict resolution, providing ongoing staff and team development in Collaborative Problem Solving and Trauma Informed Care, and ensuring appropriate and timely documentation. If you are organized, an effective communicator, experienced in working with behavioral youth, and adaptable to dynamic environments, we encourage you to apply. Make a difference by becoming part of our team and contributing to the betterment of youth in our care. For a full description of duties and responsibilities, please click here.

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.
• RESUME AND COVER LETTER REQUIRED: In your cover letter, please describe your experience, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the desired attributes of the position and explain why you are the best fit for this role. Limit your cover letter to no more than 2 pages and ensure it is in PDF format for accessibility. Ensure your application and/or resume thoroughly reflect your skills, experience (both lived, volunteer, and professional), knowledge, and/or education pertinent to this position, including how you meet the minimum qualifications and any/all desired attributes. Please ensure your resume shows month/year and description of job duties for each position.
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• Veterans may receive preference; indicate your veteran status if applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Trauma-Informed care
• Experience utilizing problem-solving and de-escalation techniques in high stress environments
• Experience demonstrating excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with skill development in group facilitation and individual case plans
• Experience holding youth accountable to rules, policies, and procedures
• Balance working effectively within team and individual settings

Responsibilities

• Leadership support
• Staff development
• Operational coordination
• Fostering a Positive Human Development culture within the living unit
• Support youth skill development and case-related functions
• Contributing to case planning activities
• Supporting multidisciplinary team (MDT) coordination
• Helping ensure youth are actively engaged in treatment and skill-building programs
• Providing proactive intervention and response to behaviorally challenging youth and/or youth requiring conflict resolution
• Providing ongoing staff and team development in Collaborative Problem Solving and Trauma Informed Care
• Ensuring appropriate and timely documentation

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.
• $2,500 life insurance policy paid for by your union, SEIU Local 503. This policy is in effect if you are an active member.
• Up to $200,000 of additional life insurance can be purchased.
• Up to $100,000 member life, $40,000 spouse and $10,000 child is guaranteed within the first 90 days of new union membership.
• 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: Entry Level