Senior Parole Officer - Grand Island
Location: Grand Island, Nebraska
Description: Nebraska State Government is hiring Senior Parole Officer - Grand Island right now, this occupation will be depute in Nebraska. More complete informations about this occupation opportunity please read the description below. 811 West Second Street, Suite 225, Grand Island, Nebraska
Work schedule : 8:00am - 5:00pm Monday through Friday
For additional inf! ormation, call 402-471-2654. For ADA accommodations, call 402-432-5182.
Under limited supervision, supervises all levels of adult offenders released from a correctional/rehabilitation institution, including lifetime sex offenders, maintains records, and prepares required reports. Position requires the ability to analyze a variety of components to determine the best possible recommendation for a given offender, and his/her circumstances. Currently hiring for Grand Island.
Examples of Work:
Provide supervision to a caseload of parolees, furlough participants, and adult sex offenders on lifetime supervision. Research case files to assist in determination of status and conditions of supervision. Conduct validated risk assessments, placement investigations, and home visits. Counsel and assist offenders in adjusting to the community. Develop offender case plans based on criminogenic needs, and conduct cognitive classes for parolees. Utilize various el! ectronic monitoring modes. Collaborate with employers, institu! tional staff, area law enforcement, mental health boards, county attorneys, and treatment providers regarding behavior and treatment of offenders. Conduct violation investigations, searches, drug testing, and arrests. Testify in court and at the Parole Board hearings. Prepare reports and maintain case files. Cover an assigned territory. Duties could also include preparing inmates for reentry, processing/coordinating release paperwork.
Qualifications / Requirements:
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, social sciences or behavioral science-related field plus one year of experience working with offenders OR an Associate Degree in criminal justice, social sciences or behavioral science-related field plus three years' experience working with offenders OR college credits, training or career development program participation (in the fields of criminal justice, social sciences or behavioral science-related field) equivalent to one year of! education plus four years of working with offenders OR five years' experience working with offenders.
PREFERRED: Bachelor's degree and/or participation in a training or career development program, to include NDCS workgroups, non-required training, and leadership initiatives. Experience with Siebel, Web Suite, Corrections Tracking System, and Office Outlook. Experience with motivational interviewing and conducting investigations. Accreditation experience. Bilingual in English and Spanish desired and assessed. Knowledge of Evidence-based practices.
OTHER: Must have a valid driver's license. Driving record will be reviewed and taken into consideration. Must live within driving distance of Grand Island, or relocate to Grand Island within 90 days of accepting the position. Extensive travel may be required (no overnight). Transcripts required prior to appointment. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in thi! s order: security check, physical exam/screening, and at a randomly ann! ounced time, pass a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid Nebraska Corrections Training Program.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively with offenders, criminal justice agencies, and community resource agencies. Knowledge of offender assessments, such as the LS-CMI, Static 99, Stable 2007, and Acute 2007. Must be self-motivated and organized, and be able to work independently. Experience with Word, Excel, and the internet.
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This occupation will be started on: Fri, 23 Aug 2013 05:51:14 GMT
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