On-Call Residential Officer - Temporary

State-of-Iow; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa Department of Corrections is seeking a Residential Officer in a 24-hour community-based corrections setting to engage with clients and foster pro-social behaviors, focusing on programs that reduce reoffending. This temporary role emphasizes safety, integrity, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

You will conduct security checks, transport clients, and support case managers while applying motivational interviewing and CBT strategies to drive positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school, GED, or equivalency.
• Ability to engage with clients respectfully and communicate effectively.
• Willingness to transport clients and perform facility security checks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct facility security checks and searches.
• Transport clients within the community.
• Support case managers and clients in achieving their goals.
• Utilize motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral strategies.
• Respond to emergencies using defensive tactics and life-saving measures.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

This is a temporary non-merit position.

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.

If you're ready to take on this fulfilling and impactful role, join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

Graduation from high school, GED, or equivalency.