On-Call Residential Officer - Temporary

State of Iowa • Ottumwa - 52501 - Wapello County, IA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a temporary non-merit position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise. As a Residential Officer in our 24-hour community-based corrections facility, you will be a direct service provider, engaging in high-contact interactions with clients. You will play an essential role in eliciting and supporting pro-social behaviors, with a focus on programming that fosters personal growth and reduces the risk of reoffending. We value initiative and independent judgment, and you will be part of a cohesive multidisciplinary team, working collaboratively to observe and assess client behaviors and interactions. Your exceptional communication skills and ability to build quality relationships with clients will be essential in driving positive change. Your responsibilities will encompass a diverse range of tasks from conducting facility security checks and searches to transporting clients within the community. You'll be trained to employ effective behavior change techniques, such as motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral strategies, to facilitate lasting transformation. Your dedication to client welfare extends to supporting case managers and clients in achieving their goals, considering individual needs, disabilities, trauma, and cultural responsiveness. Safety is paramount, and you will be prepared to respond to emergencies using appropriate defensive tactics and life-saving measures. We value integrity, ethical conduct, and attention to detail in all aspects of our work, and we invite you to become an integral part of our team dedicated to transforming lives and promoting community safety. If you're ready to take on this fulfilling and impactful role, apply now and join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school, GED, or equivalency.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Ability to build quality relationships with clients.
• Integrity, ethical conduct, and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Passionate about making a positive impact in the community.
• Thrives in dynamic and demanding situations.
• Initiative and independent judgment.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Consideration for individual needs, disabilities, trauma, and cultural responsiveness.

Responsibilities

• Engaging in high-contact interactions with clients.
• Eliciting and supporting pro-social behaviors.
• Observing and assessing client behaviors and interactions.
• Conducting facility security checks and searches.
• Transporting clients within the community.
• Employing effective behavior change techniques, such as motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral strategies.
• Supporting case managers and clients in achieving their goals.
• Responding to emergencies using appropriate defensive tactics and life-saving measures.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED