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| Post Code: D717 |
| Announcement Number: LE970660 |
| Classification Number: C6751 |
| Open: 12/10/1998 |
| Revised: 04/17/2008 (Language ) |
| Close: OPEN UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE |
| Location: Albany, Burns, Corvallis, Florence, Grants Pass, La Grande, Salem, Tillamook, Warrenton, Woodburn |
| Availability: Full Time |
GROUP LIFE COORDINATOR 2 |
$2,594 - $3,766 MONTHLY
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The mission of the Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) is to protect the public and reduce crime by holding youth offenders accountable and providing opportunities for reformation in safe environments. In support of this mission, the Agency Director’s Message states:
“The OregonYouth Authority's mandate is multi-faceted. Our most important charge is to protect the public and hold youth offenders accountable for their behavior. But at all levels of the organization, our greatest challenge is to provide youth with opportunities to learn personal responsibility, develop social skills, and make positive choices for themselves. Our goal is to prevent youth from moving deeper into the juvenile justice or the adult corrections systems”.
Oregon strives to be a national leader in effective correctional services with positive measurable outcomes. As an OYA employee, individuals are a part of the team responsible for the supervision, management and administration of correctional facilities, parole and probation services, community out-of-home placements, and other functions related to state programs for youth corrections. These responsibilities are provided for youth offenders from diverse cultures and backgrounds ranging in age from 12 to 18 (in some cases up to age 25). The youth offenders may reside in one of ten OYA-operated facilities located around the state or may be involved with services under the jurisdiction of OYA such as parole and probation.
Oregon is committed to providing gender-specific programming and services for young offenders in the OYA system. The staff at the OYA have an active role in addressing and supporting effective treatment for all youth in OYA’s custody.
The OregonYouth Authority values culturally competent staff to provide a continuum of services to our diverse clientele.
GENERAL INFORMATION
- These positions are with the OYA at youth correctional facilities in Salem, Woodburn, Albany, Grants Pass, Burns, Warrenton, and Tillamook; and at work-study camps in Florence, Tillamook, Corvallis and LaGrande.
- The Oak Creek YCF (Albany) provide services for an all female population. The staff at Oak Creek YCF will work in a secured environment that is responsible for providing effective female gender-specific treatment approaches and for responding to young women’s unique issues and needs.
- - The MacLaren YCF (Woodburn), Hillcrest YCF (Salem), Tillamook YCF (Tillamook), Eastern Oregon YCF (Burns), North Coast YCF (Warrenton), and the Rogue Valley YCF (Grants Pass) provide services for an all male population. Founded on the principles of personal responsibility, accountability, and reformation, these facilities provide high security, intensive accountability, and treatment designed to meet the specific reformation needs.
- - The RiverBend YCF (LaGrande), CampFlorence(Florence), and CampTillamook(Tillamook) are transition programs that provide services for an all male population. Transition programs provide a bridge from the secure facilities to a community placement. They provide youth the opportunity to continue treatment, attend school, and build vocational skills. Youth work on community service projects, supervised work crews and town jobs to instill a work ethic, accountability, and responsibility through payment of restitution to both victims and the community.
- - The CorvallisHouse Young Women’s Transition Program (Corvallis) provides services for an all female population and is also a transition program.
- This recruitment is open to anyone meeting the qualifications listed in the “TO QUALIFY” section below.
- This position may be filled as an underfill opportunity. Applicants who do not meet the requirements for the Group Life Coordinator 2 (C6751) but do meet the requirements for the Group Life Coordinator 1 (C6750) may apply. See the “To Qualify” section for the requirements. If an applicant is hired as a Group Life Coordinator 1, they will be reclassified to the Group Life Coordinator 2 at the time they meet the requirements for the higher level. The pay scale for the Group Life Coordinator 1 is $2,214 - $3,122 monthly.
- Due to the nature of the work performed, a small number of positions require selection of male or female candidates only. If you are interested in being considered for one of these positions, you must indicate your gender in the “male-female” portion of the Affirmative Action section of the PD 100 application form.
- All applicants are required to complete the following pre-employment testing:
- IMPACT, a video-based, multiple-choice test of a person’s common sense and a reading exercise; and
- a demonstration of a person’s ability to meet physical standards listed in the “PHYSICAL STANDARDS” section below.
- Applicants offered employment will be:
- subject to a fingerprint-based criminal record check; and
- subject to pre-employment drug testing.
- Testing for Tuberculosis is required for this position.
- Newly hired employees will attend agency-paid training provided by OYA Training Academy. Continued employment will be contingent upon completing and successfully passing all parts of this training.
- A benefit of this position is participation through the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) with employer contributions. This position is also designated as “Police and Fire” membership with PERS which includes the ability to retire 5 years earlier than positions designated “General Membership”.
- All positions in OYA require the incumbent to serve as a “Mandatory Reporter” of child abuse.
TO QUALIFY
Your PD 100 (application form) will be reviewed to verify that you meet the qualifications stated in this section. To receive credit, your application form must clearly show that you have:
Group Life Coordinator 2
- Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate, or other proof of education at the same or higher level.
- Be 21 years of age or older.
- Possess a valid driver’s license.
- Must be able to pass a physical standards requirements.
- IN ADDITION, your application form must clearly show that you have equivalent to:
- SIX MONTHS full-time experience working with 12 to 25 year old youth offenders in either a residential care or treatment program; or
- an Associate degree from an accredited school in a behavioral science; or
- an acceptable certificate from a community or other accredited college in juvenile corrections.
Group Life Coordinator 1 (Underfill Option)
- You must be 21 years of age.
- Must be able to pass a physical standards requirements.
- Possess a valid driver’s license.
Applicants who qualify for Group Life Coordinator 2 will be given an invitation to an interview. Once the Group Life Coordinator 2 applicant pool has been exhausted, those who qualify for Group Life Coordinator 1 may be invited for an interview.
PHYSICAL STANDARDS
Physical abilities testing must be completed as part of the application process. You must be able to demonstrate you meet the following physical standards...
- ability to climb a flight of stairs,
- ability to run 100 yards, then jog 100 yards, and then exercise equivalent to using physical restraining force for 2-3 minutes,
- ability to kneel, bend, turn and stand, turn and sit, reach and crawl,
- ability to move (not carry) objects weighing from 10 pounds to 162 pounds up to 54 feet,
- ability to handle, feel, and have finger dexterity,
- acceptable vision of at least 20/30 (with or without correction) in both eyes, with peripheral vision of 160 degrees, and
- have binaural hearing (aided or unaided) in ranges from 500-2000 Hz and from 20-60 db.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Group Life Coordinator oversees daily living activities and provides care and guidance to youth offenders assigned to a cottage or living unit. Major duties:
- instructs youth offenders in institution rules and regulations and enforces their application;
- observes, evaluates, and records youth behavior and performance;
- use of computer to document youth and living unit activities;
- directs youth in work projects such as cleaning, mopping, waxing, laundry, living unit maintenance and meal preparation;
- controls and disciplines disruptive youth;
- maintains and enforces security procedures throughout the institution or camp;
- participates and contributes as a team member in campus programs for treatment and rehabilitation; and
- performs searches for unauthorized articles such as weapons or other contraband.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- May be required to use reasonable force in the performance of duties or during a disturbance or other emergency situation.
- Frequently deals with verbal abuse, threats, and involves dealing with impulsive, rebellious, assaultive youth offenders.
- Requires working shift work in a 24-hour, 7-day a week operation, with night shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
- Requires adhering to the dress code of the specific work site.
- Requires maintaining a pattern of dependability as demonstrated by acceptable attendance and being on time to work station.
- Requires use of computer
- Requires meeting physical standards for vision, hearing, dexterity, push/pull, running, and jogging.
- Transports youth offenders as requested, and, if in a security position, operates state vehicles constantly. You must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
- Requires the ability to read, speak and write in English.
- OYA facilities are tobacco free environments.
THIS IS THE TEST
There is no test question for this position. If you meet the “To Qualify” requirements on this announcement, your name will be placed on the list with a code of QLF (qualified). However, if there are an abundant number of applicants, a screening process may be used to reduce the number of applicants to participate in individual interview process.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Obtain a State of Oregon application (form PD 100) from a local Oregon Employment Department office OR most state agency personnel offices. If you have a disability and need an alternative format in order to complete the application form (PD 100), you may call the OYA Employee Services at 503 373-7383, or TTY 503 378-4672 for the hearing impaired to leave a message about the alternative format needed.
Mail or deliver your completed application materials and supplemental forms to:
Oregon Youth Authority, Employee Services
530 Center Street NE, Suite 200
Salem OR 97301-3765
Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the close date shown on this announcement and must be complete and legible.
Applications may be FAXED to 503 373-7623. The Oregon Youth Authority cannot be responsible for materials that are illegible or missing as a result of transmitting by FAX or which may be lost in the mail.
PRIOR TO SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION, HAVE YOU:
- Reviewed the “To Qualify” section on this announcement to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position?
- Clearly stated your qualifying experience in the Work History on your application?
- Indicated the correct title, class and announcement number from this announcement on your application?
- Included your Social Security Number on the front page of your application?
- Attached any required supplemental information or test answer?
- Signed and dated your application?
SUBMIT only the required materials. Keep reference letters or work examples for interviews. Be sure to keep a copy of your application for job interviews. COPIES ARE NOT PROVIDED.
NOTICE of results will be sent by mail. Although agencies are not required to delay their selection process, you may request a review of the results. Your request must be received within 10 days from the date of the notice. Additional information cannot be accepted.
CURRENT JOB OPENINGS and information on application forms are available through:
Oregon Youth Authority, Toll Free (1-800-375-2864)
www.oregon.gov/OYA OR www.oregonjobs.org
THE OREGONYOUTH AUTHORITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, COMMITTED TO SELECTING, TRAINING, SUPPORTING AND EMPOWERING A COMPETENT AND DIVERSE WORKFORCE.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FORM
Your application for employment with the OregonYouth Authority will not be considered if this supplemental information form is not completed and submitted with your employment application.
DRIVER’S LICENSE
Are you licensed to operate a motor vehicle? Yes State of Issue
No
Driver’s License Number: Expiration Date:
Are there currently any restrictions on or limitations to your driving privilege as a result of legal or DMV action? Yes No
AGE
I am at least 21 years of age: Yes No
EDUCATION LEVEL
I have a High School Diploma, GED, or can provide proof of education at the same or higher level: Yes No
I certify that this information is complete and accurate.
Name (Print or Type)
Signature Date
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