Group Life Coordinator 2 x3

About the role

The Oregon Military Department is recruiting for (3) Group Life Coordinators 2. These are full-time permanent state positions located within The Oregon Youth Challenge Program in Bend, Oregon.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the care, control, safety and security of youth in a 24/7 facility
• Serve as a supervisor, emphasizing safety, personal growth, teamwork, and the program’s eight core components
• Maintain a safe training environment and promote positive youth development
• Monitor and report the behavior of cadets during daily activities, offsite community projects, academic instruction, meals, and extracurricular activities
• Work effectively with youth who may have social, economic, emotional, or behavioral challenges
• Aid in the development of short- and long-term goals, conflict resolution, and life skills
• Plan, lead, and participate in daily physical fitness activities, including running and calling cadence
• Provide classroom instruction on a variety of topics related to program standards and character development

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age
• High school diploma, GED certificate, or equivalent
• Six months experience observing, evaluating, developing, or understanding human performance, relations, and interactions
• Certificate or Associate degree in a behavioral science, education, criminal justice, or related field
• Six months prior military, law enforcement, or corrections experience

Qualifications

• Pass a physical fitness standard in accordance with program requirements
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Pass a fingerprint-based criminal background and abuse check
• Maintain a drug/alcohol free workplace
• Maintain physical fitness standards (tested annually)
• Maintain military style grooming standards
• Wear a modified military uniform and safety equipment as required

Skills

• Strong leadership skills
• Ability to work effectively with youth facing social, economic, emotional, or behavioral challenges
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to plan, lead, and participate in physical fitness activities
• Knowledge of program standards and character development

Benefits

• Competitive and affordable health and benefits package, including medical, vision, and dental coverage
• 12 Paid holidays, personal business leave, paid and accrued vacation leave, and sick leave
• Optional benefits such as basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses
• Career development opportunities and a sense of belonging

Pay

$4,736.00 - $5,984.00 per month

Schedule

Varying shifts, days, swing, graveyard, weekends, and holidays; occasional overnight travel; and frequent schedule changes due to limited resources, National Guard drills, illness, and vacation.