Probation/Parole Officer 2 (Residential Counselor)

Probation/Parole Officer 2 (Residential Counselor)

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Probation/Parole Officer 2 (Residential Counselor)

Salary

$54,121.60 – $82,035.20 Annually

Location

Davenport – 52803 – Scott County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

25-00850

Agency

227 Corrections – Community Based Corrections – Davenport

Opening Date

10/07/2024

Closing Date

10/17/2024 11:59 PM Central

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Point of Contact

Mary Lee Neff

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Job Description

Residential Facility: Develops case plan based upon risk assessments, Ongoing negotiation and update of case plan with client to address changing needs, Determines staff and community resources available to address those needs and make referral as appropriate, Consistently evaluates and monitors the client’s reentry needs and ensures continuity of reentry by having the proper supports in place for those clients returning from prison, jail or residential, Document case plan progress and involvement, and amends case plan as necessary, Supervision and monitoring of probation/parole client’s within Level classification 3, 4 and 5 and pretrial release with supervision clients within RWS Level 3, Completes effective Individualized Program Plans utilizing case management principles (risk/need/responsivity, Core Correctional Practices, Evidence Based Practices), Reviews Pre-Sentence Report (PSR) and R3M records to obtain background information for proper case supervision, Maintains contact standards set within said levels ensuring structured and purposeful contacts by utilizing core correctional practices, role playing, skill building exercises (Serin and Carey Guides), modeling, and reinforcing appropriate alternatives to pro-criminal thinking during individual sessions with clients..

Conducts and utilize assessments that identify risk, need and responsivity for the purpose of developing effective intervention strategies targeted at reducing recidivism. This may include the IRR, DRAOR or other criminogenic needs assessment. Maintains a thorough and detailed case file for each client verifying that the necessary documentation is timely and accurate, Documents client-related contacts in file and strictly adheres to department policy and Iowa Code as they relate to confidentiality of records, Demonstrates the proper level of proficiency in the use of R3M, Maintains R3M records and updates necessary information in a timely and accurate manner, Assess/identifies alcohol/drug use and conducts urinalysis/breathalyzer tests and other available technology, Conducts home checks as required or needed, Reviews and upholds court order obligations and establishes connections with available resources to address expectations, Clearly communicates to clients explaining conditions of supervision, legal terms, legal documents, and state and district policies and procedures, Mediates crisis incidents with clients, Supervises and coordinates client financial matters, Assists with budget planning and ensures compliance with Iowa Code in making payments for facility rent, restitution, enrollment fees, etc., Prepares and presents accurate written and oral reports on offenders for Courts, Parole Board, Administrative hearings, in-house staff and outside agencies on compliance with established deadlines.

Follows established procedures for securing and serving warrants, Demonstrates proficiency in completion of U.S. Department of Justice Federal Bureau of Prisons forms such as Residential Reentry Center Bi-Weekly Home Confinement Review, Request for Approval for Medical Treatment and Reimbursement, Conditions of Home Confinement, Request for Waiver or Reduction of Subsistence, etc., Provides accurate Med Certs to Accounting Department as the expense is incurred on a timely basis, Completes training and refresher training on assessment and case managing tools used by the district, Facilitates group classes in specialized areas such as MRT, ACTV, etc.

Hours worked: M-F 8:00am – 4:30pm (may require some nights and weekends)

What we offer:

Team-oriented, positive work environment

Excellent affordable benefit package

Paid holidays plus vacation and sick time

Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS) retirement plan

Optional retirement savings 457 plan with employer contributions

Employee discount programs

Preferred characteristics and abilities:

Self-driven

Flexible and open to change

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Ability to collaborate

Positive attitude

Must satisfactorily complete required pre-employment testing and a background investigation, including criminal history data. Barring reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Employees must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid driver’s license, and the ability to be insured under the districts auto insurance coverage. Must adhere to the use of universal precautions in the performance of job duties in order to minimize the potential risk for exposure to blood borne pathogens.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in any field.

A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience in a human services or criminal justice field, where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in any field equals one year of full-time experience.

Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes 18 months of full-time work as a Probation/Parole Officer 1.

For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/classandpay/JobClassDescriptions/ProbationParoleOfficer2-30311.pdf)

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Address

605 Main St

Davenport, Iowa, 52803

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