Criminal Justice Community Corrections Specialist - Swings

Intervention•Lakewood, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Intervention, Inc., a Colorado non-profit, provides services within the criminal justice system across Colorado, including sobriety monitoring, electronic monitoring, probation supervision, and community corrections. This is an entry-level criminal justice position focused on guiding clients toward pro-social behavior while protecting the safety of staff, clients, and the community. The specialist monitors and enforces policies, rules, and regulations for residential, nonresidential, and out-client services. The position is based in Lakewood, Colorado, and works a swing shift. No previous experience is required, although the minimum qualifications specify two years of customer service and/or security experience. Pay is $19.10–$21.96 per hour, depending on shift differential.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of customer service and/or security experience.
Basic computer skills, including entering data, generating reports, and creating communications using software programs and databases.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to remain calm and de-escalate stressful or crisis situations.
Knowledge of the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of the client population and appropriate techniques and practices.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as a team member with company staff, stakeholders, and a diverse client base.
Must pass a background check and be able to access state criminal databases.
Ability to walk quickly and frequently throughout a multi-floor building.
Ability to lift and move furnishings while conducting searches and to lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

Support and uphold Intervention's mission, values, Code of Conduct, policies, procedures, applicable laws, and contractual obligations; treat all persons with dignity and respect and maintain confidentiality.
Orient new clients to facility policies, rules, and regulations.
Monitor client compliance with facility rules and regulations, educate and train clients and staff on safety and security procedures, and enforce behavioral guidelines and sanctions.
Communicate and document incidents, issues, and other relevant information accurately and promptly; review facility communication systems at least daily.
Conduct internal and external facility rounds, monitor for improper conduct and unauthorized persons, investigate concerns as directed, and report client violations.
Provide customer service to visitors, direct them to authorized areas, supervise visits, and record visitors entering and leaving.
Respond appropriately to emergencies and report decisions or problems to the supervisor on duty.
Maintain professional working relationships with clients and outside referral sources.
Prepare accurate and complete disciplinary and incident reports before the end of the shift.
Monitor client movement into and out of the facility and ensure sign-in and sign-out procedures are followed.
Conduct phone and on-site monitoring of clients at work and in the community according to policy.
Document client room and bed assignment changes.
Monitor urinalysis and breathalyzer testing; conduct pat searches, facility inspections, and room searches for contraband and policy compliance.
Conduct required headcounts and facility checks each shift, visually verify clients' locations, and document results.
Document, store, and disburse client medication according to prescribed dosage and timeframe.
Contact appropriate authorities and file escape reports; secure property belonging to escapees or terminated clients.
Complete and fax required daily Department of Corrections counts.
Accept client deposits, issue receipts, and secure payments in the security office safe.
Transport clients in a company van.
Coordinate meal sign-ups and monitor the dining hall during mealtimes.
Retrieve and release property to authorized pickup persons.
Assign, monitor, and record chores as required.
Complete paperwork and documentation accurately and promptly; attend required staff and other meetings and trainings, and apply skills and knowledge.
Follow safety rules and procedures and maintain regular, predictable attendance, with flexibility for schedule or shift changes.