Shelter Aide - Variable Hour

• have availability to work overnight schedule from 10:30pm-7am.
• be flexible.
• work well within a team.
• have an ability to work with adolescents involved within the juvenile system through a trauma-informed lens.
• Be self-motivated.

Duties may include:

1. Oversees, directs, and monitors the routine activities of juvenile residents in a shelter care facility, typically during overnight hours.
2. Maintains the safety and security of the facility; ensures that the shelter facility rules and regulations are followed.
3. Conducts searches and security checks of residents and facility and documents findings within accepted guidelines.
4. Oversees food inventory, laundering of linens and towels, and completes other tasks as assigned.
5. Assists in creating a positive and supportive work environment; enforces a safe workplace; establishes a culture of teamwork and communication; creates a workplace that promotes the organizational values of workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion; and actively promotes an environment respectful of living and working in a multicultural society.
6. Documents youth behaviors; records relevant observations regarding residents; reports problems encountered with residents; provides individual skill building; and reports emergencies to supervisor.
7. Collects samples of urine for laboratory urinalysis testing purposes.
8. Transports residents for medical treatment as necessary.

Education and Experience:

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent; AND
• One of the following:
  • Completion of two (2) years of college level education/training; OR
  • Two (2) years of work experience with juveniles or adults in a residential or correctional setting, school setting, or the mentoring/coaching of youth.

• Possession of a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and an acceptable driving record per Washington County policy.
• Completion of a criminal history check in accordance with Oregon Administrative Rules.

We are committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities. Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Selection Process
1. An evaluation of training and experience of submitted application packets will be performed by Human Resources.

2. Our goal is to schedule oral panel interviews with candidates that successfully passed the HR Evaluation step as soon as positions are needed to be filled. Candidates will be contacted based on their selected schedule availability as it relates to the needs of the hiring department at that time.

3. Washington County will perform a DMV records and and background checks on the candidate(s) that successfully passes the oral panel interviews and is selected for the position(s).

Please note: Candidates that are successful in the evaluation process may have their applications referred for additional vacancies in the same classification, or job family.

Veterans' Preference If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act:
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail careers@washingtoncountyor.gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.

Status of Your Application
You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" of email notification from notices in NEOGOV it will impact our ability to communicate with you about job postings.

Questions (?) Regarding This Recruitment
Gregory Garabedian, Talent Acquisition Business Partner

Gregory_Garabedian@washingtoncountyor.gov

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