Corrections Specialist 4 - CV98 - SOTAP

Description

Department of Corrections

Corrections Specialist 4

Tumwater, WA - Full Time/Perm/Teamsters 117

Monthly Salary Range: $7,185 - $9,665

The mission of the Department of Corrections is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.

The Headquarters Risk Assessment Unit (RAU) within the Department of Corrections (DOC) Sex Offense Treatment and Assessment Programs (SOTAP) is seeking a highly motivated and qualified person for their Teamsters-represented Corrections Specialist 4 (CS4) positions, located in Tumwater, WA. This is a full-time Monday through Friday positions, with a day-shift schedule.

The chosen candidate will join a team that is supportive of one-another and prides itself on hard work, humility, and humor; not just to produce accurate risk assessments, but to also traverse the harsh nature of the subject matter of their work.

This CS4 positions will utilize a validated actuarial risk assessment tool (currently the Static-99R) to determine prioritization for sex offense treatment, should the incarcerated individual be eligible and willing to participate. Placement in treatment will be determined using risk for sexual re-offense as the primary factor, as directed in RCW 72.09.335.

The WA-DOC SOTAP is widely viewed as a trailblazer in the international sex offense prevention community. International experts have referred the program to foreign countries, who seek to learn WA-DOC SOTAP's successful process of integrating risk assessment, prison treatment, and community treatment to gain positive outcomes.

The Health Services Division is responsible for the implementation of evidence-based practices and the operational support to facilitate the participation of incarcerated individuals in evidence/research-based interventions designed to decrease recidivism, which increases the safety of staff, incarcerated individuals, and the public.

Application assessment will be ongoing, and the hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible.

"This recruitment could be used to fill multiple permanent or non-permanent positions."

Duties

On behalf of the statewide SOTAP, and in accordance with RCW 72.09.335, independently conduct Static-99R and/or other agency-approved risk assessments on individuals convicted of an offense that contains illegal sexual behavior, for sex offense treatment prioritization. As requested, Static 99-R risk assessment will also be completed to aid:

• Headquarters Classification Screening Committee (HCSC) in making custody level placement determinations.
• Headquarters Visiting Unit to determine suitability of an individual for regular visit and Extended Family Visiting (EFV) privileges.
• Indeterminate Sentence Review Board (SRB) toward making board decisions.
• Graduated Re-Entry (GRE) screening for eligibility.

Tasks include:

• Complete a comprehensive review of electronic records, to include: Judicial Information System (JIS), Judicial Access Browser System (JABS), District and Municipal Court Information System (DISCIS), OMNI Database, OnBase court documents, pre-sentence investigations, police reports, infraction history, psychosexual evaluations, and all other relevant documentation.
• Independently complete the Static-99R Risk Assessment on eligible individuals at first admission into WA-DOC prisons, or as requested by RAU Supervisor or SOTAP Leadership. Also, complete Information Worksheet attached to the Static-99R, which justifies scoring and contains information relevant to treatment prioritization.
• Utilize critical-thinking and subject-matter expertise to accurately, reliably, and consistently produce valid risk scores that maintain fidelity to the Static-99R 2016 Coding Rules.
• Maintain documentation of scoring decisions and rationale, when the Static-99R 2016 Coding Rules do not provide clarity, for reference in later cases.
• Complete occasional peer-review of Static-99R Risk Assessment and Information Worksheet as assigned, to finalize accurately scored assessments and/or provide feedback to peers when errors are identified, or scoring justifications differ, and bring unresolved differences to the supervisor when necessary.
• Complete Static-99R rush assignments, re-assessments, and reviews, as directed by the RAU Supervisor or SOTAP Leadership.
• Track assignments and completions in SharePoint.
• Document Static-99R score in OMNI and upload the Static-99R and Information Worksheet into OnBase.

Coordinate workload assignments with the Corrections Specialist 4 to meet SOTAP needs.

Serve as a Static-99R subject matter expert/liaison within SOTAP.

Tasks include:

• Communicate with the Corrections Specialist 4 regarding workload.
• Report risk assessment outcomes to the statewide SOTAP or designee, when necessary.
• Serve as a statewide SOTAP expert in the use of the Static-99R.
• Respond to emails or telephone calls from prison and/or administrative staff regarding risk levels and scoring rationale, as requested.
• As requested/directed, advise and serve as a liaison between SOTAP and other program areas/stakeholders, including but not limited to: Law Enforcement Notification Unit, End of Sentence Review Program, Classification Program, Family Services, Victim Services, GRE, Criminal Conviction Record Unit, and the Transportation Unit, regarding the interpretation and application of the Static-99R, as well as its benefits and limitations.
• Provide individual scoring outcomes and rationale as requested.
• Attend regular RAU meetings to discuss unit progress, developments, and/or assessment rule application.
• Participate in inter-rater reliability exercises, and maintain inter-rater reliability of 1 point, as prescribed in the Static-99R 2016 Coding Rules.
• At peak workload times, or in the absence of support staff, the CS4 may be required to locate and obtain pertinent documents mentioned above as part of their normal duties.

Attend, participate, and successfully complete specialized training related to the Static-99R.

Attend and complete all required DOC training.

Tasks include:

• Maintain certification in the Static-99R Risk Assessment and complete ongoing training in the area of actuarial risk assessment principles, as necessary.
• Complete required DOC Annual In-Service Training, both online and in classroom, or any other required DOC training.

Other Duties as Assigned

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

• Five years of professional corrections experience (adult and/or juvenile).
• Certification AND 1-year of experience scoring the Static-99R Risk Assessment according to instrument standards.
• Two years’ experience supervising staff conducting case management activities.
• Two years conducting case management with adults.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or a foreign equivalent.
• Additional qualifying experience will substitute, year for year, for up to two years of the desired education.

Supplemental Information

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  Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
• Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
• People's safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
• Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
• Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.

• Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.

• A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
• This position may be represented by a bargaining unit.

• Requires respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards. Refer to WAC 296-842 to learn more.
• Must be able to work in spaces, climb stairs, walk long distances, and frequently lift up to 30 pounds. Under rare circumstances this position may be required to lift or carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 100 pounds.
• Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation from www.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org. Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.
• Candidates who are offered a job with the Department of Corrections must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
• (FOR RN POSITIONS) Salary is based on experience and is determined at the time a final offer of employment is made. The salary range listed in the job posting includes Steps A-U. Step U is a longevity step and is typically gained six years after being assigned to Step T in your permanent salary range.
• (FOR ALL OTHER NON WMS POSITIONS) Salary is based on experience and is determined at the time a final offer of employment is made. The salary range listed in the job posting includes Steps A-M. Step M is a longevity step and is typically gained six years after being assigned to Step L in your permanent salary range.
• DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form. https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
• DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

• Work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Respectfully acknowledge people's differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable.
• Promote inclusiveness.
• Be culturally sensitive and appropriate.
• Respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditions.

• Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
• 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
• 12 paid holidays a year
• Generous retirement plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Deferred Compensation and so much more!

Many DOC jobs are covered by the Public Safety Employees' Retirement System (PSERS). If someone moves from a Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) eligible position to a PSERS eligible position, they actually retire under two different systems/plans. For more information, please contact the Department of Retirement System at: 1-800-547-6657.

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please emailkathey.waggoner@doc1.wa.gov or call at (509) 907-7808.

For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.