Resource Case Officer - Alternative Community Corrections

First Tennessee Human Resource Agency; Rolling Hills (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

TN State Pension

Paid time off

Job summary

First Tennessee Human Resource Agency (FTHRA) seeks a Resource Case Officer for the Alternative Community Corrections Program (ACCP) at our Johnson City headquarters. This on-site role supports non-violent offenders with supervision, case management, and employment resources.

Monday–Friday schedule, no weekend work. The ideal candidate holds a 4-year degree in criminal justice or related fields, with 2+ years of criminal justice experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or related discipline required.
• Two years’ work experience in criminal justice system in human services or criminal justice preferred; recent grads considered.

Responsibilities

• Maintain case files/records for ACCP participants.
• Interview offenders regularly to evaluate progress towards rehabilitation goals.
• Administer career assessments and provide career training; assist with employment opportunities.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Client focus

Self-direction

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Docs/Sheets

Job description

About Us.

The Alternative Community Corrections Program (ACCP) is a Tennessee Department of Correction treatment provider for non-violent felony offenders administered through the First Tennessee Human Resource Agency (FTHRA). The program provides comprehensive, intensive outpatient treatment and court ordered supervision for clients with addiction issues within the First Judicial District of Northeast Tennessee.

We are looking to hire fulltime a Resource Case Officer based at our headquarters in Johnson City. (on-site; no weekends)

What You Will Be Doing.

Our Resource Case Officer maintains case files/records for offenders assigned to the program, interviews offenders regularly to evaluate their progress in accomplishing goals and maintaining specified terms/rehabilitation plans. The position also administers career assessment(s), conducts career training, and works within the community to secure jobs and employment opportunities. This position will also be responsible for assisting offenders with other needed community resources (i.e. employment, educational opportunities, vocational training, medical and housing). Closely collaborates and coordinates with other ACCP teammates.

• Appears as Officer and liaison with the Criminal Courts in the First Judicial District;
• Conducts pre-sentence investigations and post sentence report for court;
• Supervises an assigned caseload (initially 15 but not to exceed 30), meeting with clients in the office to provide appropriate services needed along with recommendations for community service placement, skills training and reentry;
• Administers required career assessment(s), conducts career training and education, and works within the community to secure jobs and employment opportunities for offenders assigned to ACCP.
• Secures new and maintaining current, beneficial and professional community relations with other non-profit and governmental agencies for the purpose of community service placements for offenders assigned to ACCP;
• Prepares monthly statistical reports, quarterly checks, file checks, exit summaries, violation reports, etc.
• Closely collaborates and coordinates supervision of treatment with other ACCP teammates.

Education & Skills You Need.

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or related discipline required.

Two years’ work experience in criminal justice system in human services or the criminal justice system preferred. Recent graduates will be considered.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products (Outlook, Excel) and Google platforms (Docs/Sheets).

Team player; Invested in client success; Compassionate, collaborative and self-directed.

Why Join Us?

• Full-time Monday through Friday – No weekends
• Flexible schedule (usually 8am to 5pm with 1hr unpaid for lunch)
• Competitive base salary and overall compensation package
• TN State Pension (legacy) with TCRS & deferred compensation plan
• Generous Paid-Time-Off and 14 Paid Holidays
• Full benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD/STD, FSA, HSA with employer contribution
• Paid training & continuing education benefits; Opportunity for advancement; and much more...

First Tennessee Human Resource Agency (FTHRA) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic(s) protected by law.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities (EOE M/F/V/D/DFWP)

All applicants are drug screened upon being made a contingent offer of employment. All employees are subject to random drug screens.

NOTICE Thisposition requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.