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Juvenile Counselor II - Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Washington County, Oregon•Hillsboro, OR

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 position works with youth and families navigating the juvenile justice system, supporting behavioral change, coordinating services, and representing the department in court. The role is assigned to a Hillsboro or Beaverton regional team. These teams supervise youth on probation or Formal Accountability Agreements and work with court and assessment teams, schools, School Resource Officers, treatment providers, attorneys, and community partners. The work includes community collaboration with schools and treatment providers, including engagement with gang-impacted families and high-risk youth. Hillsboro-region cases may involve youth from Hillsboro, Cornelius, Forest Grove, Banks, North Plains, Gaston, and other nearby Washington County communities. Beaverton-region cases involve youth living in or attending schools within the Beaverton School District. Designated bilingual employees must demonstrate precise writing and fluent speaking skills in another language, as well as clear oral and written communication. Employees who pass the applicable proficiency assessment receive bilingual pay equal to 5% of base pay or $75 per pay period, whichever is greater. The position is represented by the AFSCME (Juvenile) labor organization.

Requirements

  • Meet one of the following education and experience combinations: a master's degree in counseling, psychology, sociology, social work, or a field applicable to juvenile justice, plus one year of experience working with juveniles and families in counseling and case management; a bachelor's degree in one of those fields, plus three years of such experience; an associate's degree in criminal justice, counseling, psychology, sociology, social work, or an applicable field, plus 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.
  • Demonstrate strong administrative efficiency and complete tasks and documentation accurately and on time.
  • Communicate clearly with youth, families, and professionals, including presenting in court and documenting and presenting court paperwork.

Nice To Haves

  • Strong organizational skills and effective use of templates.
  • Ability to remain calm in complex or high-stakes situations.

Responsibilities

  • Build working relationships with youth and families to support positive changes.
  • 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.
  • Ensure youth complete court-ordered requirements through targeted case management.
  • Prepare court reports and paperwork and represent cases in court hearings.
  • Work with court and assessment teams on court and transfer processes.

Benefits

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

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