DOC Fox Valley ATC Corrections Residence Counselor II

State of Illinois•Aurora, IL

14d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Corrections Residence Counselor II, you will lead a team of staff responsible for maintaining the safety and security of facility daily operations. The ideal candidate is a motivating, experienced leader with strong interpersonal skills and effective at working in a fast-paced environment. We encourage all qualified applicants interested in leading a team of diverse staff dedicated to making an impact in the community re-entry experience of incarcerated individuals to apply.

Requirements

Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of high school.
Requires three (3) years progressively responsible work experience such as could be gained at the Corrections Residence Counselor I level.
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.
Required to utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in managing and supporting various digital enhancements for greater efficiency, productivity, and digital transformation efforts within the department.
Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.

Nice To Haves

Prefers at least three (3) years of supervisory experience.
Prefers at least three (3) years of work experience with at-risk populations in a correctional, law enforcement, residential, human services setting, or similar field.
Prefers at least three (3) years of experience working with diverse and/or multicultural individuals.
Prefers at least three (3) years of experience working collaboratively with law enforcement, social service agencies, community organizations or similar entities.
Prefers at least three (3) years of experience identifying, prioritizing, and effectively completing duties and tasks in a fast paced environment.
Prefers at least three (3) years of experience ensuring rules, policies, and regulations are adhered to.
Prefers at least three (3) years of experience working in a team setting.
Prefers at least three (3) years of experience working with confidential information/documents.
Prefers at least three (3) years of working experience utilizing conflict resolution, crisis management, verbal de-escalation or similar strategies.
Prefers at least one (1) year of professional experience utilizing departmental or equivalent computer systems.

Responsibilities

Serves as full-line supervisor.
Utilizes computer, e-mail, fax, scanner, two-way radio equipment, Offender360 (O360), and the Disciplinary Tracking System (DTS) to accomplish duties.
Monitors staff and timekeeping areas for compliance.
Directs and coordinates transportation services.
Works with other departments as needed, including contractual staff and interns.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Benefits

Health, Life, Vision and Dental Insurance
12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
Pension Plan - Vesting at 10 years for Tier II
Full 20-year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement
Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
Paid state holidays: 13 - 14 day annually
3 paid Personal Business days annually
12 paid Sick days annually (Sick days carry over year to year)
10 - 25 Paid Vacation days annually (10 days beginning at year 1 employment)
Personal, Sick and Vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules (As applicable)
Employee Assistance Program and/or Mental Health resources