Juvenile Probation Counselor

County Of Umatilla; Pendleton (OR); On-site; USD 59,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Job summary

County Of Umatilla in Oregon is seeking a Juvenile Probation Counselor I or II DOQ to supervise youth on probation, prepare casework, and participate in court hearings. A valid driver’s license and flexible hours are required.

Excellent communication and computer skills are essential for this safety-sensitive role. PC I requires an AA in Criminal Justice or Human Services (or 4 years’ relevant experience); PC II requires a Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice or Human Service with 2+ years of

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience using computers.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Ability to pass a comprehensive background check with no disqualifying criminal history.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

• Supervise youth on Formal and Informal Probation.
• Monitor youth and families for compliance with accountability agreements or court dispositions.
• Prepare casework and case plans; report to the court.
• Interview youth and families; present information to the court as needed.
• Assist the court and agencies in case management and hearings.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer skills

Driver's license

Education

AA degree in Criminal Justice or Human Services

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or Human Service

Job description

Juvenile Probation Counselor I or II DOQ

SALARY: I =$5,261.00/month or II - $5884.00 - Plus Excellent Benefits

CLOSING: Open Until Filled - First review August 28, 2026 (reviewed weekly thereafter)

DEPARTMENT: Community Justice - Juvenile Division

Description:

Responsible for providing supervision to youth in the community who have been placed on Formal and Informal Court Probation; monitoring youth and families for compliance with Formal Accountability Agreements or Formal Court Judgment and Dispositions; preparation of casework, including, case plans; assess referral information in consultation with Deputy District Attorney; conduct interviews with youth and families; make an investigation of youth referred to juvenile division and report thereon to the court; be present in court representing the interest of the youth when the case is heard; furnish such information and assistance as is needed by the court including taking charge of a youth before and after a hearing as may be necessary and/or directed by the court.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Valid driver's license
• Physically able to transport youth at all hours of the day or night
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience using computers
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed
• Ability to satisfactorily pass a comprehensive background check which shows no criminal history which could directly impact ability to perform job
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test for this safety sensitive position
• Knowledge of local community resources, especially community, judicial and law enforcement leaders

PC I Requirements:

• AA degree in Criminal Justice or Human Services
• Minimum of 2 years experience providing direct services to children/adolescents and families.
• 4 years of experience providing direct services to children/adolescents and families may substitute for the AA degree requirement.
• Must obtain basic certification by the Oregon Juvenile Department Directors Association within 12 months of hire.

PC II Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or Human Service
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Probation Counselor, including basic and intermediate certification by the Oregon Juvenile Department Directors Association.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual - (Spanish)
• CADC I, II, or III

Umatilla County provides employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants, without unlawful regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status or any other status protected by applicable Federal, Oregon, or Local Law.

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