Field Services Coordinator

Hamilton County, Indiana; Cumberland (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County, Indiana is seeking a Field Officer in Community Corrections. The role focuses on supervising participants, developing treatment plans, and ensuring compliance with court terms.

You will monitor attendance, conduct surveillance, and maintain detailed documentation. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field, CPR/First Aid certification, and the ability to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, sociology, or related area required or equivalent experience.
• Possession of or ability to obtain CPR/First Aid, first responder, and related certifications within time specified.
• Working knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations in corrections.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally with participants, employers, and agencies.
• Ability to de-escalate potentially volatile situations and to maintain professional ethics.

Responsibilities

• Administers risk assessments and develops individualized treatment plans.
• Monitors program attendance and participants' progress.
• Maintains caseloads and documents program activity for compliance.
• Supervises participants and ensures adherence to court orders and contracts.
• Operates monitoring equipment and collects urine samples as required.
• Maintains accurate case files and communicates with partners and employers.

Skills

Risk assessment

Case management

Documentation

De-escalation

Communication

Criminal justice

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice

CPR/First aid certification

Tools

Two-way radio

Electronic monitoring

Alcosensor

Office equipment

Job description

Location:

18104 Cumberland Road - Noblesville, Indiana, 46060

Hamilton County is one of Indiana’s fastest growing, highest educated and wealthiest counties in the state and the Midwest. Two-thirds of the workforce lives and works in the county – a percent that has remained constant since 2010. Hamilton County is continually recognized in rankings ranging from “Best Cities to Relocate To” and “Best City to Raise a Family” to “Healthiest County in Indiana” and “Happiest Suburbs in the Nation”. Come be a part of all Hamilton County has to offer as we work together to serve the citizens of Hamilton County.

Job Description:

POSITION DESCRIPTION

COUNTY OF HAMILTON, INDIANA

POSITION:Field Officer

DEPARTMENT:Community Corrections

WORK SCHEDULE:As assigned

STATUS: Full-time

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

HOURLY RATE: $35.1336 per hour

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Incumbent serves as Field Services Coordinator for Community Corrections, responsible for supervising, investigating, developing treatment plans for program participants and monitoring and documenting compliance.

DUTIES:

• Administers an assessment of participant’s risk and needs.
• Utilizes assessment results to develop an individual treatment plan for each participant. Monitors participant’s program attendance.
• Monitors participant’s treatment plan compliance and evaluates overall progress.
• Manages caseload in an effective manner. Manages time and organizes work demands appropriately.
• Supervises assists and monitors program participants. Reviews, executes and insures compliance with court orders. Conducts surveillance, visiting/ monitoring/documenting job/activity sites for compliance with program contract terms, reporting violations, and maintaining various document and computer files. Assists program participants in obtaining necessary treatment/education services identified in their treatment plan.
• Installs and maintains electronic monitoring equipment, initiating repairs as needed. Enters program participant daily activity schedule and verifies activities.
• Searches participants, their home and property for contraband according to prescribed procedures, and tests for illegal drugs and alcohol, including collecting urine samples and operating alcosensor tests.
• Assists with participant intake, including completing required forms, explaining program rules and contract terms, and executing contracts.
• Maintains current and accurate case files. Accurately documents pertinent information from contacts.
• Serves as liaison to participants and employers, including explaining program policies, answering questions, mediating conflicts, and resolving problems.
• Prepares files and various documents with court identifying the program participant’s progress and testifies in court proceedings.
• Maintains current knowledge of applicable local, stand, and federal rules/regulations, new developments, technology and trends in the field of community corrections by reading professional publications and periodically attending training/seminars/conferences.
• Monitors payment of program participant fees and participates in the collection process.
• Periodically performs duties for other department personnel in their absence.
• Serves on 24-hour call for emergencies.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

I. JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Baccalaureate Degree in criminal justice, sociology, or related area, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possession of or ability to obtain required certifications/training within time specified by department, including first responder/CPR, response to resistance, verbal de-escalation, and disease control.
• Working knowledge of and ability to make practical application of local, state, and federal regulations and standard policies, procedures, and legal terminology of the department and the criminal justice system.
• Working knowledge of and ability to follow personnel policies and work rules of the employer/ department, including, but not limited to, attendance, safety, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct.
• Working knowledge of standard English grammar, spelling and punctuation, and ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, other County departments, program participants, Department of Corrections, and employers, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities and disabilities.
• Ability to communicate with internal and/or external providers.
• Ability to facilitate and maintain productive communication while maintaining a professional, pro-social relationship with participants and employees.
• Ability to express empathy regarding participant’s situations as appropriate.
• Ability to de-escalate potentially volatile situations between participants when necessary.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions from supervisor, and appropriately respond to constructive criticism.
• Ability to properly use all assigned equipment, including two-way radio, electronic monitoring equipment, alcosensor, hand cuffs, OC spray, and baton.
• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including telephone, copier, printer, calculator, pager, fax machine and cellular telephone.
• Ability to provide public access to or maintain confidentiality of department information/records according to state requirements.
• Ability to work alone and with others in a team environment with minimum supervision, and maintain appropriate, respectful interrelationships with co-workers.
• Ability to regularly work evening hours, occasionally work extended and/or weekend hours, and occasionally travel out of town for training, meetings, and participant monitoring, sometimes overnight.
• Ability to serve on 24-hour call for emergencies.
• Possession of a valid Indiana driver’s license and demonstrate a safe driving record.

As a result of the duties associated with this job, there is the potential of becoming exposed to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious diseases. To safeguard employees andeliminate the liability placed on Hamilton County, employees working in this position shall begin the three shot Hepatitis B vaccination and subsequent training within 10 days of their initial job assignment per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030(f)(2)(i). The initial and two subsequent vaccinations shall be administered by the Hamilton County Health Department andfree of charge to the employee. If the employee has previously received the three shot Hepatitis B vaccination, official documentation must be provided to the supervisor identifying the dates in which each shot was appropriately administered. A Temporary Medical Declination may be made for a period of up to six months. A Declination form must be completed, outlining the medical reasons for the temporary declination and forwarded to the Safety & Risk Manager. Employees temporarily declining the vaccine are prohibited from performing any duties in which they may be exposed to a blood borne pathogen or other potentially infectious disease until they are able to begin/continue the series of vaccinations. Failure to comply will result in termination of employment.

II. DIFFICULTY OF WORK:

Incumbent’s duties are somewhat restricted in scope, but are of substantial intricacy, involving several variables and considerations. Incumbent operates according to department policies and procedures, exercising independent judgment in interpreting precedent, assessing program participants, and adapting procedures to fit specific situations.

III. RESPONSIBILITY:

Incumbent applies standardized practices to individual cases, referring unusual/unprecedented situations to supervisor as required. Incumbent receives indirect or occasional supervision, with work primarily reviewed for compliance with department policies and legal requirements.

IV. PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS:

Incumbent maintains frequent communication with co-workers, other County departments, program participants, Department of Corrections, and employers, for purposes of exchanging information, explaining policies and procedures, supervising/monitoring program participants, and occasionally mediating conflicts.

Reports directly to the Team Leader (Programs).

V. PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Incumbent performs duties in an office environment, at job and activity sites, and driving a vehicle, involving sitting for long periods, sitting and walking at will, pushing/pulling/lifting/carrying objects weighing under 25 pounds, speaking clearly, keyboarding, bending, reaching, hearing communication, handling/grasping/fingering objects, depth perception, close and far vision, and exposure to potentially violent/hostile program participants.

Incumbent regularly works evening hours, occasionally works extended and/or weekend hours, and occasionally travels out of town for training, meetings, and participant monitoring, sometimes overnight. Incumbent serves on 24-hour call for emergencies.

APPLICANT\EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The job description for the position of Field Services Coordinator for Community Corrections describes the duties and responsibilities for employment in this position. I acknowledge that I have received this job description, and understand that it is not a contract of employment. I am responsible for reading this job description and complying with all job duties, requirements and responsibilities contained herein, and any subsequent revisions.

Hamilton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We participate in E-Verify.