Also of significance are statutes ORS 419B.015 and ORS 419B.025, regarding the form and content of reporting laws and, immunity of persons making reports in good faith. Professional Persons acting on behalf of the Clackamas County Juvenile Department shall conduct themselves in a fashion such as to not cause embarrassment to the agency or the County. All representatives are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the normal practices and procedures of the Juvenile Department. In addition, persons acting on behalf of the Clackamas County Juvenile Department are expected to be law abiding citizens which includes compliance with all nondiscrimination and sexual harassment laws. As a general guideline, male counselors wear ties and have a sport coat available.
Female counselors have a broader range of acceptable attire.
Blue jeans, tank tops, short skirts or short-shorts and beach sandals are not appropriate. Interns, practicum students and volunteers who believe that a youth is, or might be contemplating suicide should immediately report this to his or her supervisor. In the event the supervisor is not available, the matter must be reported to the intake worker, another supervisor or any other counselor. Participants are encouraged to ask questions, seek supervision and guidance. If interns, practicums or volunteers do not feel adequately prepared or skilled to assume a particular responsibility or task, this should be immediately reported to their supervisor.