Job Summary

The Job

Applications will be accepted until an adequate amount of applications are received or the position is filled. This recruitment may be closed at any time after the first review date

Required evening hours are 4 : 00 PM - 9 : 00 PM Monday Thursday and 3 : 00 PM 7 : 00 PM on Friday. The remaining hours will vary each week.

Occasional weekend and overnight work will be required.

The position provides support to three Department of Community Services youth programs : Teen Talk, Clark County Youth Commission, and Teens for Tomorrow Peer Educators.

This position must understand the importance of confidentiality / privacy of youth and be able to maintain clear and appropriate boundaries with youth, their families, and the community.

DCS is looking for someone who works with excitement and enthusiasm in a creative environment. The program assistant will assist in greeting youth and other guests of the Clark County Youth House.

The job duties will include supporting outreach efforts, volunteer recruitment and engagement, and assisting with research, report preparation, and other visual presentation work.

Our department values our community’s diversity and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public.

Our department also encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.

This position is represented and requires membership in Local 11 AFL-CIO Office & Professional Employees International Union.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Prefer a bachelor’s degree in social services or equivalent field; and minimum one year of experience working with youth in a supportive role.

The degree must have been conferred by an institution of higher education and have National Recognition of Accrediting Agencies by the U.

S. Secretary of Education, and official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.

All combinations of education, experience, and training that demonstrate the ability to perform the work will be considered.

Finalist for the position must submit to a criminal background check, as required by RCW 43.43.830.

The ideal candidate will have the following strengths :

• Strong communication skills including presentation and group leading, interpersonal skills, small group communication and active listening
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to develop a supportive relationship with teen volunteers
• Knowledge of positive youth development and prevention research and strategies
• Actively work to implement diversity and inclusion using a racial equity lens
• A valid, unencumbered Washington or Oregon State driver’s license is required.
• Knowledge of : problem solving skills; community resources; issues faced by youth; positive youth development; racial equity, familiarity with engaging youth voice in decision making;
• how to use social media to communicate with youth and perform outreach; effective design and structure of youth workshops and activities;

experience using Microsoft Publisher, Weebly, Word and Excel.

• Ability to : communicate with youth in a manner that is compassionate, strength-based and authentic; celebrate diversity and different styles, experiences, and abilities among youth and colleagues;
• maintain confidentiality, evaluate risk and manage crisis situations when necessary; build relationships with individuals in need of support;
• communicate and express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing; be responsive in a work environment that may involve a high level of stress;

demonstrate strong customer service orientation

Examples of Duties

Duties may include but are not limited to the following :

Teen Talk (30 hours a week) :

The position provides support to youth who volunteer for the Clark County Teen Talk line. The position will implement prevention and intervention service, mentor, train and supervise one to five youth at a time while they support their peers on the Teen Talk warm-line who provide nonjudgmental and confidential support, options, and community resources.

Primary duties include assisting the Teen Talk Program Coordinator with training sessions for youth volunteers; engaging youth in prevention support and early intervention services;

maintaining documentation of Teen Talk activities; and assisting with community presentations.

Teens for Tomorrow Peer Educators and Clark County Youth Commission (10 hours) :

This position will assist Teens for Tomorrow Peer Educators and the Clark County Youth Commission with planning and implementation of youth-led projects, maintain documentation of activities and assist with curriculum development and curriculum facilitation.

S election Process

Application Review Incomplete applications will not pass the review; attaching a resume or referring to a resume does not substitute for a completed application.

Candidates will be evaluated based on the content of their applications and those deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Cover Letter (Required) - In addition to the Clark County application, applicants must submit a cover letter detailing their experiences in the areas mentioned above.

Applications that do not include a cover letter will be incomplete and will not be considered. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Document must be added to the Documents section of My Application. Please include the Recruitment Number in the file name (i.

e., Cover Letter IRC15082.doc).

Oral Interview The interview will be job related and may include, but not be limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement.

Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Employment References may be conducted for the final candidates, including verification of education.

Driver License verification and license abstract checks will be performed prior to final selection.

Finalist for the position must submit to a criminal background check, as required by RCW 43.43.830.

Salary Grade

Local 11.7

Salary Range

$25.73 - $34.74- per hour

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Recruiter

Irene Catherine Chrest

Email :

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clark County is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, access, and delivery of all county services.

Clark County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Plan is available at .

Employee Benefits and additional compensation

Clark County provides regular full-time and part-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and long-term disability, retirement, and deferred compensation.

Some types of employees in some positions and bargaining units might have different benefits and additional compensation.

More specific benefit information for the different bargaining units can be found at . Also please refer to the specific bargaining unit contract for additional compensation at .

Retirement Information

Current contribution rates vary by plan but could range from 5% to 15% of gross pay, depending on the plan choice.

For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site here :

If you are in need of ADA / Section 504 assistance for accommodations, please contact Human Resources at (564) 397-2456; Relay (800) 833-6388.

Last updated : 2024-04-23