What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intensive Supervision Officer position at Cowley College?
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Intensive Supervision Officer Full TimeClerical North Annex, Winfield,
KS, US 20 days agoRequisition ID: 1011 Apply Responsible for the
supervision of clients assigned to Community Corrections from the
District Court; to facilitate all orders given to clients by the court
at sentencing are completed in a timely manner. Provide intensive
supervision to all clients through evidence-based practices to increase
the likelihood of client risk reduction and successful completion of
probation.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Prepare and review all program elements, rules and expectations with
clients.
Conduct assessments (LSCMI or WRNA) or other evidence-based assessment
tools at intake and thereafter as required or necessary to identify
personal risk factors.
Create supervision plans with clients to target interventions based on
risk level and needs, to include clients own reason for change and to
engage them in their own treatment to then be reviewed and updated on a
regular basis.
Refer clients to appropriate services that are deemed necessary
including but not limited to, cognitive behavior treatment for alcohol
and drug treatment, mental health, BIP, COG or MRT classes to disrupt
criminal thinking and provide clients with the opportunity to learn and
apply new pro-social behaviors.
Demonstrate, practice and apply pro-social behaviors with clients.
Emphasize, affirm and reward compliant behavior while also holding
clients accountable for non-compliant behavior and imposing graduated
sanctions as needed based on the agency sanctions grid.
Complete CSW, education and employment referrals and then obtain
verification as necessary.
Conduct periodic home and employment visits; to engage the clients in
their natural communities to connect clients to pro-social family,
friends and their community in general.
Complete all paperwork and documentation of client information on the
computer system (Athena) as well as the case file in a timely manner.
Collect data as necessary to measure processes, practices and outcomes.
Complete all paperwork necessary for court updates and probation
violations, appear and testify if needed in court proceedings.
Monitor payments of court costs, restitution and supervision fees.
Respect confidentially of client\'s information and advocate for the
client.
Maintain open lines of communication and working relationships with law
enforcement, community resources, social service agencies, attorneys and
all others that may assist clients.
Monitor alcohol and drug testing and complete necessary documentation
and record keeping of test results.
Adhere to all agency policies and procedures and all standards as
outlined by Cowley County and the Kansas Department of Corrections.
Participate in no less than 40 hours of training every twelve months.
Marginal Duties And Responsibilities
Facilitate Cognitive based groups (MRT) or classes as necessary and
trained to provide
Complete alcohol and drug assessments if necessary and trained to
provide.
Position Requirements
Other related duties as deemed necessary or as required
Experience
Prefer individual with history or experience in working with at-risk
individuals, law enforcement, corrections or equivalent field.
Education
Bachelor\'s Degree in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Sociology or other
social sciences related field.
Skills
Experience with working within the criminal justice field, have an
understanding of the offender population and Evidence Based Practices,
Strategies and Interventions.
Have good communication skills and be familiar with Effective Practices
in Community Supervision.
Ability to emphasize, affirm and reward compliant behavior, but also
enforce sanctions when needed and exhibit the appr priate level of
firmness in dealing with all clients.
Dependable, detail oriented, good oral and written skills and computer
literate.
Good judgment and decision-making skills are important due to the nature
of clientele.
Ability to obtain necessary certifications and training from the Kansas
Department of Corrections for required systems and programs.
Accountability
Ability to engage clients and establish a rapport with them in order to
facilitate pro-social, law-abiding choices made by the clients resulting
in successful completion of the program(s).
Supervision
Position does not supervise any other employees.
Working Conditions
Majority of work is in an office setting. Some fieldwork, which entails
going to client\'s employment or homes, possibly searching residences
with assistance of law enforcement. Attendance at court hearings and if
required, testifying in court.
Physical Requirements
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and computer equipment is mandatory.
Minimal lifting of office supplies, files, and equipment is also
necessary.
information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13578833
Intensive Supervision Officer Full TimeClerical North Annex, Winfield,
KS, US 20 days agoRequisition ID: 1011 Apply Responsible for the
supervision of clients assigned to Community Corrections from the
District Court; to facilitate all orders given to clients by the court
at sentencing are completed in a timely manner. Provide intensive
supervision to all clients through evidence-based practices to increase
the likelihood of client risk reduction and successful completion of
probation.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Prepare and review all program elements, rules and expectations with
clients.
Conduct assessments (LSCMI or WRNA) or other evidence-based assessment
tools at intake and thereafter as required or necessary to identify
personal risk factors.
Create supervision plans with clients to target interventions based on
risk level and needs, to include clients own reason for change and to
engage them in their own treatment to then be reviewed and updated on a
regular basis.
Refer clients to appropriate services that are deemed necessary
including but not limited to, cognitive behavior treatment for alcohol
and drug treatment, mental health, BIP, COG or MRT classes to disrupt
criminal thinking and provide clients with the opportunity to learn and
apply new pro-social behaviors.
Demonstrate, practice and apply pro-social behaviors with clients.
Emphasize, affirm and reward compliant behavior while also holding
clients accountable for non-compliant behavior and imposing graduated
sanctions as needed based on the agency sanctions grid.
Complete CSW, education and employment referrals and then obtain
verification as necessary.
Conduct periodic home and employment visits; to engage the clients in
their natural communities to connect clients to pro-social family,
friends and their community in general.
Complete all paperwork and documentation of client information on the
computer system (Athena) as well as the case file in a timely manner.
Collect data as necessary to measure processes, practices and outcomes.
Complete all paperwork necessary for court updates and probation
violations, appear and testify if needed in court proceedings.
Monitor payments of court costs, restitution and supervision fees.
Respect confidentially of client\'s information and advocate for the
client.
Maintain open lines of communication and working relationships with law
enforcement, community resources, social service agencies, attorneys and
all others that may assist clients.
Monitor alcohol and drug testing and complete necessary documentation
and record keeping of test results.
Adhere to all agency policies and procedures and all standards as
outlined by Cowley County and the Kansas Department of Corrections.
Participate in no less than 40 hours of training every twelve months.
Marginal Duties And Responsibilities
Facilitate Cognitive based groups (MRT) or classes as necessary and
trained to provide
Complete alcohol and drug assessments if necessary and trained to
provide.
Position Requirements
Other related duties as deemed necessary or as required
Experience
Prefer individual with history or experience in working with at-risk
individuals, law enforcement, corrections or equivalent field.
Education
Bachelor\'s Degree in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Sociology or other
social sciences related field.
Skills
Experience with working within the criminal justice field, have an
understanding of the offender population and Evidence Based Practices,
Strategies and Interventions.
Have good communication skills and be familiar with Effective Practices
in Community Supervision.
Ability to emphasize, affirm and reward compliant behavior, but also
enforce sanctions when needed and exhibit the appr priate level of
firmness in dealing with all clients.
Dependable, detail oriented, good oral and written skills and computer
literate.
Good judgment and decision-making skills are important due to the nature
of clientele.
Ability to obtain necessary certifications and training from the Kansas
Department of Corrections for required systems and programs.
Accountability
Ability to engage clients and establish a rapport with them in order to
facilitate pro-social, law-abiding choices made by the clients resulting
in successful completion of the program(s).
Supervision
Position does not supervise any other employees.
Working Conditions
Majority of work is in an office setting. Some fieldwork, which entails
going to client\'s employment or homes, possibly searching residences
with assistance of law enforcement. Attendance at court hearings and if
required, testifying in court.
Physical Requirements
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and computer equipment is mandatory.
Minimal lifting of office supplies, files, and equipment is also
necessary.