8866 - Extra Help Transition Center Coordinator (Community Justice)

Jackson County Employment Opportunity Jackson County Community Justice is seeking dynamic individuals to join our team. Our department encompasses Adult Services (Parole & Probation), Juvenile Probation, Detention and Residential Services, and the Jackson County Transition Center. Through these services, we work to address criminal behavior and promote positive behavior change, ensuring a safer community for all. We are currently hiring an Extra Help Transition Center Coordinator. As part of our team, you will help drive our mission and uphold our core values of Integrity, Trust, Consistency, Respect, and Teamwork. These values guide our work and the services we provide, forming the foundation for our efforts to enhance public safety and support individuals on their journey toward positive change. Jackson County strives to recruit, hire and retain the best employees! This position will not average more than 20 hours per week and it is not in a benefited category. This position works in a 24-hour facility. Must pass a criminal background check prior to hire. Submit an acceptable DMV certified court print prior to hire. Click on the following link to review Jackson County's requirements for an acceptable driving record . Pass a pre-employment drug screen, which includes screening for Marijuana. Click on the link to review Jackson County's Drug-Free Workplace Policy . Examples of Essential Position Duties ( The following duties represent some of the principal job duties; however, they are not all-inclusive. Other duties may be required or assigned.) Admits and releases justice involved adults into the Transition Center program according to state law, contractual obligations and department policy; provides orientation and screening of participants for health, wellness and safety concerns; instructs adults on rules, procedures, and expectations of placement; records all personal property of adults admitted; collects and records fees based on facility requirements. Assists in enhancing participants skill level in time management, work ethics, appropriate boundaries, anger management, interpersonal skills, personal responsibility and accountability. Establishes, monitors and maintains detailed case files and electronic records, ensuring accurate and complete documentation of participants behavior, attitudes and actions. Prepares detailed reports and maintain records. Enters, retrieves and searches information on computer, answers telephones, copies and files documents, and performs other clerical duties as required. Detects and collects evidence and substances that provide the basis of criminal offenses or facility violation; confiscates illegal property. Searches people, clothing, mail items, and other items capable of concealing contraband; inspects unclothed offenders when reasonable suspicion exists to do so; submits clients to random urinalysis testing, as necessary. Performs crisis intervention functions to include cognitive behavioral intervention and skill building, suicide prevention, recognizing abnormal behaviors, and takes appropriate action. Supervises all participants in an unbiased manner; responds to major and minor disturbances, restores and maintains security, order and schedule of activities; recommends corrective and disciplinary actions; responds to participants' requests and inquiries as needed. May coordinate and implement a subprogram of the department such as federal inmates, religious/mentoring volunteers, and employment services; plans, organizes, and supervises programs for group participation; monitors visitation, including compliance with no-contact restrictions. Transports participants, supplies and equipment to and from various locations. Transports individuals to appointments and medical facilities as necessary. Adheres to regulatory requirements, collective bargaining agreements, County and departmental policies and procedures, required trainings, as well as safe work practices. Develops and maintains effective internal and external working relationships at all levels. License, Certificate or Other Requires possession of a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record. Must obtain first aid and CPR certification within six months of employment. ADA and Equal Opportunity Employer In accordance with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and its amendments, Jackson County does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices. A person who requires an accommodation for any part of the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources Office, Attn. ADA Coordinator, at (541) 774-6036 or by TTY/TDD 711 or (800) 735-2900 as far in advance as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled need. Jackson County is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. For a copy of Jackson County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, visit our web site at www.jacksoncountyor.gov or call 541-774-6036. Because of the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, persons hired by the County must be able to present acceptable documents verifying identity and authorization to work in the United States.