Intensive Supervision Officer-Community Corrections/Adult Diversion at Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Apr, 26

Salary

36.83

Posted On

03 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Criminal Justice, Social Welfare, Psychology, Motivational Interviewing, Community Resources, Counseling Techniques, Effective Communication, Evidence-Based Practices, Case Management, Monitoring, Report Preparation, Relationship Building, Behavioral Change, Urinalysis Monitoring, Support Services, Sanctions and Incentives

Industry

Government Administration

Description

All positions require that the applicant be a resident of Wyandotte county or willing to relocate within (12) months from the date of hire. As a condition of employment all employees must pass a post offer physical examination and drug screen. And submit proof of identity and employment eligibility. JOB DESCRIPTION: This position will be responsible for routine professional social service and law enforcement type duties in the areas of assessing criminogenic needs, supervision plan development, treatment referrals, and on-going monitoring of probationer behavior. Supervision services are provided within the community with the goal of increasing public safety through the reduction of future criminal behavior. Duties include: managing a caseload of adult felons; utilizing motivation interviewing skills to complete a scientific assessment of criminogenic risk/needs; identifying probationer stages of change in addressing identified needs; making referrals to appropriate treatment interventions and/or programs targeting primary criminogenic needs; monitoring probationer activity to ensure adherence to action steps collaboratively developed in supervision planning and to court-ordered conditions; engaging in on-going support for probationers within the community by assisting in identifying a network of family, friends, and support others with prosocial orientations; identifying pro-social interests and activities geared towards improving bonds and ties to pro-social community members; preparing reports concerning activities, provide recommendations and maintain documentation relating to management of probationer caseloads; monitoring payment of financial obligations ordered by the courts ; monitoring urinalysis results and follow-up with probationer accordingly; providing appropriate dosage of services according to responsivity; and applying sanctions and/or incentives swiftly and appropriately. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree with a major in criminal justice, social welfare, psychology or other related human services field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Preferred skills would include familiarity with evidence-based practices in supervising probationers; community resources, counseling techniques, and motivational interviewing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community, families, service agencies and other support systems to assist with employment issues; ability to motivate probationers to change anti-social behaviors; manage a substantial caseload; provide court testimony; communicate effectively orally and in writing; to understand and implement evidence-based practices relative to community supervision of probationers; and to use electronic technology in the supervision and case management of probationers. Must have a valid driver’s license and car insurance. Salary Range: $27.54 - $36.83 /hr. The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workforce. If you need to reach a member of the Human Resources staff, please contact the mainline (913) 573-5660 or email the staff member. Company: Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS Learn more about us on our Website.

Responsibilities

The Intensive Supervision Officer is responsible for assessing criminogenic needs, developing supervision plans, and monitoring probationer behavior to enhance public safety. This includes managing a caseload of adult felons and providing ongoing support and referrals to treatment interventions.