Make a difference in your community!

Do you have a passion for helping individuals who need it the most? Do you have a passion for helping your community? 

Jackson County strives to recruit, hire and retain the best employees!

• This position works in a 24-hour facility, working four 10-hour shifts with 3 consecutive days off. The successful candidate must be willing to work all shifts.
• Pass a criminal background check prior to hire. 
• Submit an acceptable DMV certified court print prior to hire. click on the following link to review Jackson County's requirements for an acceptable driving record.
• Pass a pre-employment drug screen, which includes screening for Marijuana. Click on the link to review Jackson County's Drug-Free Workplace Policy.
• This position is represented by union group SEIU

I. Position Summary

Oversees the activities of justice involved individuals participating in the transition center programs; monitors daily scheduling and programming of participants; provides individual guidance, mediation and mentoring of participants while maintaining security, safety and general housekeeping standards; and, assists in life skills training and support services to participants. Performs a full range of duties with only occasional instruction or assistance within a framework of established procedures. 

II. Examples of Essential Position Duties (The following duties represent some of the principal job duties; however, they are not all-inclusive. Other duties may be required or assigned.)

• Admits and releases justice involved adults into the Transition Center program; provides orientation and screening of participants for health, wellness and safety concerns; instructs participants on program rules, procedures, and expectations; records personal property of participants; collects and records fees based on facility requirements.
• Assists in enhancing participant skill level in time management, work ethic, appropriate boundaries, emotional regulation, interpersonal skills, and personal accountability.
• Establishes, monitors and maintains detailed case files and electronic records, ensuring accurate and complete documentation of participant’s behavior. Enters, retrieves and searches information on computers, answers telephones, copies and files documents, and performs other duties as required.
• Detects and collects evidence and substances that are in violation of program rules; confiscates illegal property. Searches people, clothing, mail, and other items capable of concealing contraband; submits participants to urinalysis or breathalyzer testing, as necessary.
• Performs crisis intervention functions to include cognitive behavioral intervention, suicide prevention and skill building. Supervises all participants in an unbiased manner; responds to major and minor disturbances, responds to participants’ requests and inquiries as needed.
• Transports participants, supplies and equipment to and from various locations. Transports individuals to appointments and medical facilities as necessary.
• Adheres to regulatory requirements, collective bargaining agreements, County and departmental policies and procedures, required trainings, as well as safe work practices.
• Develops and maintains effective internal and external working relationships at all levels.
• Has regular and reliable attendance. Overtime may be required.

III. Minimum Requirements(Performance of the essential duties of this position includes the following requirements, physical demands and/or working conditions)

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent AND three years’ experience working in the criminal justice or social services systems OR four years of other responsible employment that includes working directly with or directing the work of others, multitasking, or military service; OR
• Any combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the job.

License, Certificate or Other

Requires possession of a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. Must obtain first aid and CPR certification within six months of employment.

IV. Other Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Position requires the ability to gain working knowledge of behavior and adjustment problems of participants; cognitive behavioral interventions; health, safety and personal hygiene procedures. Position requires a high level of professional competence as well as the ability to aid in behavior change of clients; secure and hold the confidence and cooperation of participants; provide a safe and positive environment within the facility; think and act quickly and effectively in emergencies and crisis situations; understand the emotional and physical problems of participants; perform basic first aid and CPR; give effective testimony at court; work in hostile and potentially dangerous or disruptive environments; adapt to changes in program direction, procedures and operations; maintain safety requirements; display initiative and creativity in carrying out duties and assignments; comply with all statutes, policies and procedures; plan, schedule and supervise participants using motivational leadership; perform strenuous or heavy manual work; perform duties under tight deadlines and/or in emergency situations; use independent judgment in performing routine and non-routine tasks; learn the use of a variety of data systems; understand and carry out oral and written directions; establish and maintain cooperative and working relationships with participants, co-employees and the general public; maintain accurate records and prepare reports; and, motivate participants in the Transition Center.

Physical Demands (Performance of the essential duties of this position includes the following physical demands)

Typically requires climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, sitting, lifting, fine motor skills, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing (including ability to clearly distinguish and identify colors), and repetitive motions. Requires exerting up to 20 pounds frequently, 50 pounds occasionally, of force to move objects. Requires sufficient strength and coordination for restraining and/or carrying the weight of adults and defending one’s self from attack. Requires driving.

Working Conditions (Performance of the essential duties of this position includes the following working conditions)

Work may be conducted in a noisy, crowded area, with exposure to uncomfortable physical conditions, including heat, cold, wetness, strong odors and/or smoke, strong and/or toxic chemicals, electrical currents, dust and pollen, blood borne pathogens. May include exposure to disruptive people.Must be willing to work various shifts that may include nights, weekends and holidays.

V. Additional Information

This classification description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, knowledge, skills, abilities, or requirements, as any one position in this classification may be assigned some or all of these duties, in addition to other duties not explicitly listed here. The various duties, responsibilities and/or assignments of this position may be unevenly balanced and change from time to time based upon matters such as, but not limited to, variations in the shift, work demands, seasons, service levels and management’s decisions on how to best allocate department resources. Any shift, emphasis or rebalancing of these assigned duties, responsibilities and/or assignments does not constitute a change in the job classification. The County shall schedule employees and determine FTE consistent with its determination as to efficiency of operations, financial advantages to the County, and/or effective service to the public.

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