REHABILITATION SUPERVISOR DJC

State of Idaho Opportunity

Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections

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The Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections has an opening for a Rehabilitation Supervisor at our Lewiston, ID facility.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

Staff supervision. Typical responsibilities: participates in staff selection; orients and trains staff and evaluates performance; establishes work schedules and monitors completion of assignments; interprets, explains, and enforces policies and procedures; resolves staff problems and counsels employees.

Treatment. Typical responsibilities: coordinates implementation of treatment strategies developed by treatment team and insures delivery of rehabilitative services; schedules and chairs team meetings; participates in developing treatment strategies; coordinates training sessions conducted by subordinate staff; monitors documentation of treatment services to insure completeness and accuracy; acts as a role model for appropriate conduct and decision-making; encourages and motivates juveniles; implements intervention techniques and facilitates problem-solving sessions with juveniles; may provide individual and group counseling.

Juvenile security. Typical responsibilities: supervises juveniles to insure compliance with policies and procedures, to protect individual rights, and maintain security; intervenes in confrontations between juveniles; provides first aid; reports accidents, changes in health, or other emergencies; transports offenders to other facilities, outside appointments, work or community service activities; may assist in searches for runaways.

Unit operation. Typical responsibilities: directs planning and implementation of free time and special living unit activities; coordinates activities with other organizational units; evaluates unit for cleanliness, safety, and security; authorizes and arranges for living unit supplies and personal items for juveniles; investigates incidents between staff and juveniles; maintains records and prepares reports.

Employees are responsible for supervision and control of physically hostile and aggressive juveniles who may present a hazard to life and property if appropriate intervention or security precautions are not followed. Individuals in this position are required to supervise personal hygiene activities including those involving toilet and shower. Schedules include weekend work and rotating shifts. Response to emergency situations within 30 minutes at all times is required.

This position involves the ability to observe, hear and communicate orally with juveniles; intervene and control juveniles' assaultive and aggressive behavior toward themselves and others; lift, transfer, and care for juveniles in emergency situations such as in fire evacuation from a two-story dormitory, or in an accident where first aid/CPR must be administered.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Applicants must meet entrance requirements and become certified by the Idaho Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Academy for the Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections.
• Good knowledge of: intervention, counseling, and group facilitation methods; individual and group behavior of juveniles; therapeutic recordkeeping procedures; recreational activities for juveniles.
• Some knowledge of supervision.
• Experience: implementing treatment strategies; identifying and describing behavioral patterns; working with juveniles in a group setting; recognizing when a juvenile is being harassed or abused by others; composing written reports.
• Willingness to: deal with violence, harassment, threats, verbal abuse; break up fights, control disturbances, and physically restrain offenders; perform searches for contraband and weapons; work alone unarmed among unrestricted offenders; work in secure/locked facility in confined spaces; work in high-stress, hostile environments; learn and follow department policies, procedures, rules, and instructions; set aside personal prejudices and be fair; become certified in CPR.
• Physical requirements: no hearing, sight, or physical limitations that would prevent performance of duties.
• Must meet federal PREA standards
• Preferred: Knowledge or Experience with behavior shaping and/or social learning

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

Applicant's who are not currently POST certified will be asked to complete the following, including the IMPACT ASSESSMENT, providing additional documentation for the POST certification process and completing the IDJC POST Comprehensive Application.

IMPACT ASSESSMENT: Applicants must be willing to take the IMPACT Assessment examination and receive a passing score to be considered for this position. The assessment is designed to test skills and attitude, measuring the overall suitability needed to work with juvenile offenders. It consists of two parts: A Human Relations Video Test (76 questions over 75 minutes) and a Reading Test (31 questions over 15 minutes).

• You will receive an e-mail from IDJC with detailed information regarding scheduling and taking the Impact Assessment. Assessments are given during the announcement period and MUST be taken to be considered for an in-person interview.

INTERVIEW:

If selected for an interview, applicants will be required to bring to the interview:

• Proof of US citizenship. Acceptable documents are: U.S. city, county or state birth certificate, naturalization certificate, U.S. passport, Consular Report of Birth Abroad or Certification of Birth, or Certificate of Citizenship.
• Proof of high school diploma/GED or equivalent. Acceptable documents are High school diploma, GED certificate, HSE (high school equivalency) certificate, high school transcript showing completion of high school, or official college transcripts showing successful completion of 15 or more credits.
• Military discharge DD-214 Member 4 copy (if applicable).
• Valid Driver's License

Completed IDJC Comprehensive Application for Certification. Applicants will be given the website address to retrieve the application form when scheduled for the IMPACT Assessment. If the application is not completed and turned in at the time the IMPACT Assessment is taken, then it must be completed and brought to the interview in a sealed envelope. Applicants not providing the IDJC Comprehensive application by the time of the interview will not be allowed proceed further in the hiring process. This document will be kept in Human Resources for 90 days after the end of the hiring process. The IDJC Comprehensive application for those applicants who are not offered a job will be destroyed after the 90 day period

CONDITIONAL OFFER OF HIRE

Upon an offer of conditional employment the successful candidate must complete a criminal history background investigation including, but not limited to:

• Idaho State Police Criminal Identification Bureau
• FBI
• Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
• Successful applicants will have several forms to complete as well as answer questions regarding their history of drug and alcohol abuse, and physical, mental and emotional history for POST qualifications. http://www.post.idaho.gov/Juvenile/Juvenile.html
• Employees who work nights or graveyard may receive 5% shift differential.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance: employee-only coverage for PPO $70.74/month for medical and vision & $12.08/month for dental
• Participation in one of the Nation's best state retirement systems
• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual that begins as soon as you start (accumulate approximately 3 weeks of vacation the first year, and increasing with state longevity)
• Eleven paid holidays in a year
• Eight weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Multiple saving plans-optional 401k and 457 plans
• Group Life Insurance/Disability Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance - state provided basic life insurance coverage and affordable supplemental plans
• Public Sector Student Loan Forgiveness (eligibility requirements may apply)
• Employee Assistance Program - confidential support, information, and resources for all of life's challenges
• State and Department Wellness Programs
• Ongoing training opportunities
• Potential flexible work schedule

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections

P.O. Box 83720

Boise, ID 83720-0285

EMAIL:

idjcjobs@idjc.idaho.gov