On-Call Residential Officer

State of Iowa; Ottumwa (IA); In loco; USD 22.000 - 33.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The Iowa Department of Corrections is seeking on-call Residential Officers for a non-merit, temporary role in Ottumwa. You will be a direct service provider in a 24-hour community-based facility, focusing on rehabilitating clients and promoting safety.

You will conduct security checks, assist with transports, and apply behavior-change techniques such as motivational interviewing and CBT. High school diploma required; E-Verify applies to new hires.

Competenze

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalency.
• Ability to work in a 24-hour facility and perform security duties.

Mansioni

• Conduct facility security checks and searches.
• Transport clients within the community.
• Apply behavior-change techniques such as motivational interviewing and CBT.
• Support case managers and clients to achieve goals.
• Respond to emergencies with appropriate defensive tactics.

Formazione

High school diploma, GED, or equivalency

Descrizione del lavoro

This is a non-merit, temporary position with the Iowa Department of Corrections. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise. Candidates must follow the instructions in the \"To Apply\" section.

These are on-call, as-needed, non-merit positions with the Iowa Department of Corrections.

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community? Do you thrive in dynamic and demanding situations? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to become a key player in preparing clients for successful reentry into society as a Residential Officer at the Iowa Department of Corrections.

As a Residential Officer in our 24-hour community-based corrections facility, you will be a direct service provider, engaging in high-contact interactions with clients. You will play an essential role in eliciting and supporting pro-social behaviors, with a focus on programming that fosters personal growth and reduces the risk of reoffending.

We value initiative and independent judgment, and you will be part of a cohesive multidisciplinary team, working collaboratively to observe and assess client behaviors and interactions. Your exceptional communication skills and ability to build quality relationships with clients will be essential in driving positive change.

Your responsibilities will encompass a diverse range of tasks from conducting facility security checks and searches to transporting clients within the community. You'll be trained to employ effective behavior change techniques, such as motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral strategies, to facilitate lasting transformation.

Your dedication to client welfare extends to supporting case managers and clients in achieving their goals, considering individual needs, disabilities, trauma, and cultural responsiveness. Safety is paramount, and you will be prepared to respond to emergencies using appropriate defensive tactics and life-saving measures.

We value integrity, ethical conduct, and attention to detail in all aspects of our work, and we invite you to become an integral part of our team dedicated to transforming lives and promoting community safety.

E-Verify and Right to Work

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees' rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov.

Graduation from high school, GED, or equivalency.

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