DOC Stateville CC Corrections Assessment Specialist
DOC Stateville CC Corrections Assessment Specialist
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Job Description
Position Title: Corrections Assessment Specialist (Upward Mobility)
Job Requisition ID:47220
Closing Date: 05/30/202511:59 p.m.
Agency:Department of Corrections
Class Title:CORRECTION ASSESSMENT SPECIALIST 09758
Skill Option:UMP Credential
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6272/month; CBA Applies; Full Range: $6272 $9179/month
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Will
Number of Vacancies: 2
Bargaining Unit Code:RC063
Merit Comp Code:
This position is a union position; therefore provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail fax hand delivery) will not be considered.
While not required a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable titles that require specific coursework professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Corrections must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.
Why Work for Illinois
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion equity and dedication that define our state. Whether youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our toptier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking forward thinking staff who are focused on improving reintegration into society outcomes of individuals in custody. If you are committed to improving outcomes of individuals in custody please join us at the Illinois Department of Corrections. As a Corrections Assessment Specialist you will be at the forefront of change within the department. You will have the opportunity to conduct risk assessments that help the department better understand risk needs and responsivity of individuals in custody. The risk assessments will help guide an individual in custodys programming and help the individual develop a workable priority driven case plan. We invite all qualified individuals to apply.
Essential Functions
- Conducts motivational interviews with assigned individuals in custody to complete comprehensive risk assets and needs assessments.
- Evaluates the provision of designated programs to the individual in custody population.
- Completes 30day followup Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) assessment for Individuals in custody.
- Completes 30day followup Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) assessment for Individuals in custody.
- Attends staff training required by the Department.
- Participates in crisis intervention to resolve immediate or urgent individual in custody concerns and makes referrals to a qualified mental health professional.
- Develops and implements new program initiatives including but not limited to: evidencebased programming cognitive behavioral programming and reentry programming.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires possession of a masters degree from an accredited college or university evidencing completion of a program major of social work psychology or a directly related field.
- Requires one (1) year of professional directclient casework experience preferably in a correctional setting that includes conducting risk and needs assessments and performing one (1) of the following functions: client intake interviews assessments or other evaluative processes; professional individual or group counseling; or providing reentry services to individuals transitioning from incarceration into the community.
This title is included as an Upward Mobility Program Credential title.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers at least three (3) years of professional experience using motivational interview techniques.
- Prefers at least three (3) years of professional experience in case planning.
- Prefers at least three (3) years of experience conducting risk and needs assessments.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of professional experience evaluating evidencebased programs.
- Prefers at least one (1) year work experience in a correctional law enforcement residential human services setting or similar field.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires the ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
- Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee regardless of position held is prohibited.
- Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours:8am4pm MonFri Sat/Sun off
Work Location: Stateville Correctional Center16830 S. Broadway Crest Hill IL 60403
Agency Contact:Cruz Garcia
Email:
Posting Group:Public Safety
This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.
This position DOES NOT contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the Apply button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
If you are not already signed in you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees a link is available at the top left of in the blue ribbon.
NonState employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in you will be prompted to create an account.
If you have questions about how to apply please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to thecareer portalfor State employees and review theInternal Candidate Application Job Aid
NonState employees: click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your junk mail spam or other folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity equity and inclusion. This commitment is at the forefront of our operations hiring policies and procedures and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly respectfully and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agencys success. IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued respected and included. Through our commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including but not limited to racism ageism ableism sexism discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender and religious oppression. The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in behavior of individuals in custody operating successful reentry programs and reducing victimization. Employees enjoy excellent benefits including health vision and dental insurance; retirement plan and deferred compensation; state holidays and other benefit time off; and pretax benefit programs. The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
As a IDOC employee you are entitled to a robust benefits package that includes:
- Flexible work schedules in some program areas (flexible time and hybrid options)
- Health life vision and dental insurance
- 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
- Pension Plan vesting at 10 years for Tier II
- Full 20year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement
- Deferred compensation and other pretax benefits programs
- Paid state holidays 1314 days annually
- 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
- 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
- 1025 Days of Paid Vacation time annually (10 days in year one of employment)
- Personal sick and vacation rates modified for 12hour work schedules. (As applicable.)
- Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
- For more information about our benefits please follow this link: Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
