Stabilization Specialist 17 positions
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Marion County requires onsite work. Remote work is not available.
This recruitment has been reopened for additional applicants and will remain open until filled. If you have already applied for recruitment #you do not need to reapply. New applicants are encouraged to submit applications as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time without further notice.
The Marion County Sheriffs Office is looking for dedicated individuals to join our Community Corrections Division as Stabilization Specialists. This is an excellent opportunity for both entrylevel and experienced candidates to make a meaningful impact by supporting clients in their transition and rehabilitation. Stabilization Specialists will conduct assessments on residents and make referrals to provide services to assist in residents rehabilitation all while maintaining a safe secure and supportive facility. The ideal candidate is detail oriented servicedriven and thrives in a team environment.
This position is represented by the Marion County Employees Association. In addition to the salary range listed above Stabilization Specialists with the Sheriffs Office receive a generous benefit package including:- Medical and dental insurance with generous employer contribution
- PERS & OPSRP Retirement (Marion County pays employees 6 contribution)
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 10 paid holidays per year
- 2 paid personal holidays per year
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employer provided Group Term Life Insurance
- Employer provided Long Term Disability Plan
- Voluntary Term Life Insurance
- Voluntary ShortTerm Disability
- Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan
As a member of our team Stabilization Specialists typically work in a twentyfour 24 hour seven 7 days a week facility which may require working day swing and night shifts weekends holidays and overtime.These are fulltime nonexempt positions.GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Stabilization Specialists provide life skills training case management and program support topretrial boarders sentenced or sanctionedadult residentsin a 24hourminimumsecurityresidentialfacility. Coordinate and oversee thedailyactivities of residents and ensure adherence to facility regulations or procedures by providing information and assistance.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under theGeneral Supervisionof a Sergeant or designee who provides continual or individual assignments; describes tasks deadlines and priorities; and gives specific instructions for new complex or unusual assignments. The employee uses initiative in conducting recurring assignments. The supervisor ensures the work is technically accurate and complies with instructions or established procedures.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Supervision is not a primary responsibility of this classification; however lead worker duties are a part of this classification. An appointing authority may assign duties as described in the Marion County Personnel Rules without additional compensation to the incumbent.
Typical Duties Duties include but are not limited to the following
- Conducts interviews with residents to obtain information and provide assessments services or referrals; responds to resident requests for information or services. Conduct criminogenic risk & need assessments with corresponding case plans. Verbally provides instructions and orders to residents facetoface and over the intercom for the safe secure and orderly operation of the Stabilization Center.
- Prepares records correspondence reports and recommendations associated with program responsibility; maintains detailed notes and records on case actions and/or program activities; analyzes and interprets documents and records; determines appropriate action or refers to professional staff; develops materials to aid residents understanding of program resources. Utilize various information systems such as Microsoft Office suite RMS/JMS OECI ISIS LEDS and the MCSO Intranet and Internet.
- Works in a twentyfour 24 hour seven 7 days a week facility which may require working day swing and night shifts weekends holidays and overtime. Attends and participates in facility and unit briefings meetings and training. Remains constantly alert and observant the entire shift. Operates firefighting equipment in the suppression of institutional fires. Monitors audio traffic on the radios telephones and intercommunication systems. Monitors auditory and visual emergency alarm systems. Uses audiovisual surveillance equipment to monitor movement within the Stabilization Center.
- Maintains security sanitation health and medical standards by supervising adult residents within the Stabilization Center. Conducts visual resident welfare checks and counts as well as equipment and facility structural inspections. Conducts tactileclothed and visualunclothed searches of adult residents to discover contraband and to ensure resident welfare while housed at the Stabilization Center.
- Conducts area searches to detect contraband or deficiencies in the security systems or physical structure of the Stabilization Center. Responds to and assist other staff in managing a variety of emergency situations. Uses approved facility restraints in the control of incarcerated residents when necessary.
- Adheres to implements and enforces jobrelated rules policies procedures and post orders in a manner that promotes the safe secure and orderly operation of the Stabilization Center. Investigate unusual problems and recommend appropriate action to Stabilization Center management. Ensures due process rights of residents in disciplinary matters and that residents rights to the legal system are maintained. Appears in Court as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements for the Position
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
- Two years of college coursework in psychology sociology criminal justice or a closely related field; AND
- Two years of experience working with justiceinvolved clients or clients in a treatment or corrections environment; OR
- Any satisfactory combination of work education training or experience relevant to the position as determined by Marion County.
- Must possess a current drivers license in the applicants state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at: finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check including finger printing; however conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
- This is a Safety Sensitive/Special Needs position. Must pass a post offer drug screen including testing for . The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy #518 is located at: candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a physical examination by a countyappointed medical doctor.
- Must successfully complete training established by the Sheriffs Office or DPSST.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of related community resources services and programs; modern office procedures methods and computer equipment; practices of delivering a service or program to the public and populations served; vocational testing systems; operations functions policies and procedures associated with the department or program area; procedures and resources available to handle new unusual or different situations.
Skills and ability to assist professional level positions in the technical aspects of the work; work with the public and deliver a service or program; convey the purposes and services of a program to the user population; handle unusual situations and discern when a supervisor is needed; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; execute clear and concise verbal and written communication with individuals from various social and economic backgrounds; be flexible and adapt to changing priorities; to deescalate aggressive or violent behavior.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS
Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program fulltime employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.VISA SPONSORSHIP
Marion County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hireyou will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Securitys I9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Marion County is an EVerify employer and will use EVerify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.VETERANS PREFERENCE
Applicants are eligible to use Veterans Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225 408.230 and 408.235 and OARand. Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS PREFERENCE
- One of the following:
- MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215; OR
- Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a nonservice connected pension; OR
- Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.
- In addition to one of the above documents Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
- A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR
- Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.
You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at County is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.
Applicants with a disability may request reasonable accommodation through Human Resources in any step of the process to assist them in demonstrating their qualifications to perform the duties of the position for which they are applying. Please emailHuman Resourcesif you wish to request an accommodation.
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
