Juvenile Relief Worker - Alternative Programs - Temporary Pool

Juvenile Relief Worker - Alternative Programs - Temporary Pool Salary $26.37 Hourly

Location: Salem, OR Job Type: Part-Time Relief/On-Call Job Number: T153-2026-1 Department: Juvenile Division Juvenile Youth Services Opening Date: January 16, 2026 Closing Date: January 29, 2026 11:59 PM Pacific FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: 06

Description: Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available. This recruitment will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. Applications will be reviewed periodically until a decision is made to close the recruitment.

Marion County Juvenile Department is recruiting for part-time, temporary/on-call relief workers to provide vacation, illness, school breaks, and vacancy coverage in several department programs.

Please Note: Juvenile Relief Workers selected to work in Alternative Programs are not eligible to also work in Detention and/or the Guaranteed Attendance Program. If you already work as a Juvenile Relief Worker in Detention or the Guaranteed Attendance Program, you are not eligible to work for Alternative Programs.

Only information provided in the employment application will be considered when determining whether an applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the recruitment.

Attention Marion County or Former Marion County Employees: You must include your Marion County work experience in the application. Please include volunteer experience (working with youth) in the work experience section of your application and include "VOLUNTEER" at the end of the job title.

Overview --------

This assignment is an entry-level classification in the field of Juvenile Justice. This assignment allows for flexible schedule for those in college or working another job. This assignment provides direct experience with juveniles that are often required or preferred in positions in Juvenile Justice. This assignment allows college students to gain valuable insight, training, and networking opportunities within the field of Juvenile Justice.

Relief staff work a variety of shifts and days to cover pre-scheduled vacations and holidays, as well as provide coverage for sick calls and additional staff needs. Relief staff are also required to attend mandatory annual trainings and scheduled meetings.

There are no guaranteed hours, but relief can work up to 1,040 hours per fiscal year. This assignment is represented by a union.

Alternative Programs -------------------

A comprehensive opportunity for youth to give back to the community through community service, participate in work to pay restitution to crime victims, develop work habits, and learn higher level technical work skills for future employability. Staff run juvenile work crews in the community. The program has four components:

• Community Service
• Matrix
• Focused Utilization of Employment and Labor (FUEL)
• The Fresh Start Market and Coffee Shop

Community Service ----------------

• Provides orientation for incoming youth and assists them in making the initial adjustment to the program
• Provides ongoing direction to youth
• Acts as a positive role model for youth
• Attends to daily needs of juveniles
• Prepares paperwork required by policy for juvenile offenders
• Supervises and writes evaluations of individual juveniles behavior and performance
• Writes behavior/incident reports as required
• May conduct pat and strip searches
• Assesses whether juvenile is in need of medical attention
• Secures juveniles personal effects, and contraband, and issues receipt
• Prepares necessary paperwork
• Maintains order and respect for authority
• Observes and anticipates potentially hostile behavior of juvenile offenders and takes necessary preventative action
• Responds to emergency situations and interacts to diffuse aggressive situations
• Handles difficult and specialized discipline problems by using corrections techniques and established disciplinary controls
• Ensures safety, reports improperly functioning building apparatus and faulty equipment
• Cleans facilities, clothing, and equipment as needed
• Performs minor equipment and vehicle maintenance
• Leads youth in work-related and community projects with agencies and recipients of the service work
• Performs physical labor necessary to accomplish projects
• Works a variety of hours; may work different shifts or weekend hours on a variable schedule; remains alert and observant during shifts; is punctual in reporting for shifts
• Transports or provides for transportation of juveniles as needed
• Maintains the security of the facility including key and equipment control; conducts searches; follows department and program policies and procedures; supervises visitors
• Provides information on individual youth to probation staff, caseworkers, or medical personnel as requested; exhibits clear communication both verbally and in writing; maintains confidentiality
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with coworkers, clients, families, and the public; exhibits cooperative behavior
• Responsible for safety and security of juveniles at work sites
• Supervise and train youth in a variety of labor-oriented, community-based, or vocational tasks
• Other duties as assigned by your supervisor

Requirements for the Position -----------------------------

• Two (2) years of college course work; OR
• Two (2) years experience (paid or unpaid) working with youth; OR
• Two (2) years trade-related experience directly related to the position, OR
• Any satisfactory equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience relevant to the position

Additional Necessary Requirements --------------------------------

• Must possess a current drivers license in the applicants state of residence and an acceptable driving history
• Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business
• This is a safety-sensitive/special needs position
• Final candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen, including testing for marijuana
• The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/policy.aspx?p=policy&pid=518
• The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position
• Final candidates selected for this position may be required to pass a pre-employment psychological examination by a county-appointed practitioner
• This is a part-time, temporary/on-call relief position, which is eligible for overtime
• This position is represented by a union
• 6-day work week operation, with rotating shift schedules and workstations
• This includes working day and as late as 7:30 PM, weekends
• Work schedule is determined based on the needs of the department

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability ------------------------------

• Knowledge of juvenile behavior and corrections techniques used in working with juvenile offenders
• Knowledge of security procedures and first aid
• Ability to implement techniques with juvenile offenders in a group setting
• Knowledge of wood cutting, landscaping, gardening, wood working, carpentry, welding, metal fabrication, mechanics, barista, food handling, cash register, or ability to learn the required skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with juveniles, coworkers, and supervisory staff both in oral and written form
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to keep records
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with other agencies, coworkers, and the public
• Ability to use sound, practical, and fair judgment in assessment and decision-making
• Ability to drive a motor vehicle
• Ability to work on a flexible schedule

Physical Requirements ---------------------

• Operates a motor vehicle and maintains an acceptable driving history
• Sees using depth perception
• Stands
• Sits
• Moves about the work area
• Bends forward
• Climbs 1 floor of stairs
• Reaches overhead
• Restraints out of control youth
• Drags, grasps, twists, and turns
• Lifts up to 75 lbs
• Pushes/pulls up to 125 lbs
• Moves carts on wheels
• Carries up to 50 lbs for up to 25 feet
• Operates a keyboard
• Speaks with a clear and audible voice
• Reads a 12 pt. font
• Hears a normal speech level
• Works in areas exposed to noise
• Climbs ladders and/or scaffolds
• Works with cleaning and office chemicals
• High probability of exposure to blood/body fluids

Public Service Loan Forgiveness ------------------------------

Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Student Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan.

Questions about your student loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.

Visa Sponsorship ----------------

Marion County does not offer Visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Securitys I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Marion County is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

Veterans Preference -------------------

Applicants are eligible to use Veterans Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235 and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

Documents Required for Veterans Preference

• One of the following:
• MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from