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Description

*IMPORTANT: To be considered for this position, please follow the Application Instructions at the end of this job posting*

About Us:

Portland Opportunities Industrialization Center + Rosemary Anderson High School (POIC + RAHS) is a minority-led nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization providing the highest quality services in education, mentoring, family outreach, employment training and placement.

Established in 1968, POIC + RAHS has been a beacon for communities of color for over 50 years. Today, POIC + RAHS provides education and direct services to over 700 students and work trainees annually, 80% of whom are Black or Latinx.

- We believe all people have value.

- We believe all people can grow.

- We believe all people can contribute and build thriving communities.

Visit our website at www.portlandoic.org

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for providing community-based diversion services for youth and provide intervention and assertive engagement for youth and their families with the goal of preventing further referral or deeper involvement in the Washington County juvenile justice system by performing the following duties:

1. Provides overall administration, planning, evaluation, and development of the day-to-day operations of the Washington County Contracts.
2. Provides, assertive engagement, trauma-informed care, and crisis intervention to a caseload of youth. 3. Focus will be with the families of the youth to provide support, education, training, and advocacy navigating other systems.
4. Assesses and implements strength-based individual success plans built on culturally specific and evidenced-based practices to help participants develop and reach goals.
5. Works collaboratively with other professionals in the field including schools, community-based organizations, Mental Health/ Alcohol and Drug organizations, Child Welfare, Washington County Juvenile Department, Washington County Health, Housing and Human Services, and the Oregon Youth Authority

Job Duties:

-       Participate in the Steering Committee that meets quarterly, made up of justice system partners, school representatives, law enforcement personnel, juvenile justice representatives and other community partners working with youth, to collectively provide support and thinking on program development and delivery.

-       Works collaboratively with other professionals in the field including schools, community-based organizations, Mental Health/ Alcohol and Drug organizations, Child Welfare, Washington County Juvenile Department, Washington County Health, Housing and Human Services, and the Oregon Youth Authority.

-       Meet regularly with Juvenile Department liaisons and community partners that support the referral process, program development, are available for case staffing and decision making as needed regarding youth program success, case closure or referral back to the Juvenile Department and file expunction.

-       Complete and deliver to the Juvenile Department the paperwork and forms identified to support communication and appropriate release of information, youth engagement and completion of the program and any other identified documentation needed.

-       Supervise and lead a team of staff committed to the growth and healing of youth and families connected with the Washington County Juvenile Division.

-       Ensure objectives and deliverables are met according to contract and grant agreements.

-       Connection of youth/families with skill-building and pro-social activities within their community.

Qualifications:
Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employee or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Experience/Education Requirements:

-       Bachelor-s degree with two or more years- of demonstrated case management experience.

-       Possesses strong cultural competency and an understanding of social service practices

and experience working with families from diverse backgrounds.

-       Experience with crisis intervention, community networking and resource development.

-       Excellent organizational, time management, and reporting skills to manage multiple projects, set priorities, collaborate with stakeholders, and meet deadlines.

-       Experience in creating and maintaining organizational systems for tracking program information.

-       Drive and determination for innovative program development, implementation, and evaluation.

Certifications:

-       Must possess a valid insurable Driver-s License.

What We Offer:

POIC + RAHS offers a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment where everyone has the opportunity to grow. Our compensation and benefits package represent our commitment to employee health and financial wellness.

- Generous vacation/PTO policy

- Employer paid Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

- Employer paid Life and Long Term Disability insurance

- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option

- 403(b) Retirement Plan option

- Twelve paid Holidays per year

- Professional growth and advancement opportunities

Application Instructions:

To be considered for this opportunity, please submit:

1.       Personal Statement that includes:

a.       Why you are interested in working for POIC + RAHS

b.       How your skills and experience relate to this position

c.       What you can contribute to our organization and the youth we serve

2.       Resume

Please send your Personal Statement and Resume to jobs@portlandoic.org with the job title in the subject line. Applicants who do not submit a Personal Statement that includes the requested information may be disqualified from consideration for the position.

POIC + RAHS is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.