Residential Corrections Officer - Reentry & Behavior Change

State of Iowa - Executive Branch; Marshalltown (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental & vision insurance

IPERS retirement package

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Employee assistance programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Iowa Department of Corrections seeks a Residential Officer for its 24-hour community-based corrections facility in Marshalltown. You will engage in high-contact interactions with clients and support pro-social behaviors through programming that reduces reoffending.

You will conduct security checks and assist with transportation while supporting safety and integrity. You will apply motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral strategies to facilitate lasting change.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school, GED, or equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Conduct facility security checks and searches.
• Transport clients within the community.
• Observe and assess client behaviors and interactions.
• Support case managers and clients in achieving goals.
• Respond to emergencies using defensive tactics when needed.
• Engage in programming that fosters personal growth and reduces reoffending.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal relationships

Motivational interviewing

Cognitive behavioral strategies

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

The Iowa Department of Corrections seeks a Residential Officer for its 24-hour community-based corrections facility in Marshalltown. You will engage in high-contact interactions with clients and support pro-social behaviors through programming that reduces reoffending.

You will conduct security checks and assist with transportation while supporting safety and integrity. You will apply motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral strategies to facilitate lasting change.