Probation Case Officer - Alternative Community Corrections

FTHRA • Johnson City, TN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Alternative Community Corrections Program (ACCP) is a Tennessee Department of Correction treatment provider for non-violent felony offenders administered through the First Tennessee Human Resource Agency (FTHRA). The program provides comprehensive, intensive outpatient treatment and court ordered supervision for clients with addiction issues within the First Judicial District of Northeast Tennessee. We are looking to hire a full-time Case Officer based at our headquarters in Johnson City.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or related discipline.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products (Outlook, Excel) and Google platforms (Docs/Sheets).
• Team player; Invested in client success; Compassionate, collaborative and self-directed.

Nice To Haves

• Two years’ work experience in criminal justice system in human services or the criminal justice system preferred.
• Recent graduates will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Maintains case files/records for offenders assigned to the program.
• Interviews offenders regularly to evaluate their progress in accomplishing goals and maintaining specified terms/rehabilitation plans.
• Collaborates and coordinates with other ACCP teammates.
• Appears as Officer and liaison with the Criminal Courts in the First Judicial District.
• Conducts pre-sentence investigations and post sentence reports for court.
• Supervises an assigned caseload (initially 20 to 30 but not to exceed 50), meeting with clients in the office to provide appropriate services needed along with recommendations for community service placement, skills training and reentry.
• Prepares monthly statistical reports, quarterly checks, file checks, exit summaries, violation reports, etc.
• Collaborates and coordinates supervision of treatment with other ACCP teammates.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and overall compensation package
• TN State Pension (legacy) with TCRS & deferred compensation plan
• Generous Paid-Time-Off and 13 Paid Holidays
• Full benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD/STD, FSA, HSA with employer contribution
• Paid training & continuing education benefits
• Opportunity for advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level