Detention Unit Lead: Juvenile Group Worker

Lane County Government; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Lane County Youth Services seeks experienced Senior Juvenile Group Workers for the Detention Unit. You will provide advanced supervision, guidance, and behavioral support to youth in custody while helping coordinate daily facility operations, leading shifts, and mentoring staff.

This role requires strong judgment, excellent communication, and a calm, collaborative approach to trauma-informed care in a 24/7, 42-bed detention setting serving youth ages 12–19.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field such as child and family studies, psychology, behavioral sciences, criminal justice, sociology, rehabilitation, social work, or a related field.
• Two years of professional experience working with youth in a residential setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and mentor staff to ensure safe, structured care.
• Provide advanced supervision and behavioral support to youth in custody.
• Coordinate daily facility operations and respond to crisis situations.
• Balance safety, accountability, and trauma-informed care in all actions.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Leadership

Crisis response

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Lane County Youth Services seeks experienced Senior Juvenile Group Workers for the Detention Unit. You will provide advanced supervision, guidance, and behavioral support to youth in custody while helping coordinate daily facility operations, leading shifts, and mentoring staff.

This role requires strong judgment, excellent communication, and a calm, collaborative approach to trauma-informed care in a 24/7, 42-bed detention setting serving youth ages 12–19.