Bilingual Juvenile Probation Officer: Real Impact

Marion County; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime eligibility

Job summary

Marion County is seeking Juvenile Probation Officers or Trainee to manage and supervise youth using evidence-based practices. Trainee earns $30.14–$40.38 per hour; Officer earns $33.15–$44.47 per hour, with potential promotion after training.

Roles include court liaison, record-keeping, and collaboration with DA and community programs in Oregon. Position requires bilingual Spanish/English skills, valid driver’s license, and ability to meet safety-sensitive/background check requirements.

Qualifications

• Bilingual Spanish/English required to serve monolingual Spanish-speaking individuals.
• Bachelor’s degree in social or behavioral science or related field required.
• Experience or training in juvenile case management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Intake clients and assess needs, strengths and risk level using approved tools.
• Develop, monitor and update evidence-based case plans; provide Title IV-E plans.
• Deliver interventions using EPICS and cognitive restructuring approaches.
• Coordinate with District Attorney’s office for cases, referrals and disposals.
• Prepare court orders and present case information and dispositional recommendations.
• Maintain thorough case records and timely reports for the Court.
• Make restitution referrals and monitor payments with DA and agencies.
• Collaborate with agencies to develop plans and placements for juveniles.

Skills

Bilingual: Spanish/English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social/behavior science or related field

Job description

Marion County is seeking Juvenile Probation Officers or Trainee to manage and supervise youth using evidence-based practices. Trainee earns $30.14–$40.38 per hour; Officer earns $33.15–$44.47 per hour, with potential promotion after training.

Roles include court liaison, record-keeping, and collaboration with DA and community programs in Oregon. Position requires bilingual Spanish/English skills, valid driver’s license, and ability to meet safety-sensitive/background check requirements.