Special Housing Program Coordinator, Correctional Counselor with Entry level option (Umatilla)

State of Oregon•Umatilla, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Two Rivers Correctional Institution (TRCI) is seeking a motivated, collaborative professional to step into the role of Special Housing Coordinator. This position provides leadership, structure, and coordination for programming within the Special Housing Units. Candidates who do not meet the minimum qualifications for the Correctional Counselor may be considered as an underfill in the Entry Correctional Counselor classification. An underfill must meet the minimum qualifications for the lower classification and would receive the pay in accordance with the lower classifications salary range until they meet the minimum qualification for the full position. At that time the successful candidate would be moved to the higher classification and salary range. The salary range for the underfill is: $5,483- $6,578. Preference may be given to candidates who can meet the full qualifications. The Special Housing Program Coordinator is responsible for directing, managing, and coordinating all program activities within TRCI’s Special Housing Unit. This role is critical in supporting AIC stabilization, behavior change, and successful transition back to general population while maintaining institutional safety and security.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science, criminal justice or related field with major coursework in behavioral science; AND have two (2) years of professional counseling experience working with clientele in a social service or rehabilitative program; OR Three (3) years of experience in a social service, rehabilitative, or correctional program with primary responsibility for guiding and/or counseling individuals or groups in the solution of occupational, educational, personal, or social problems AND two (2) years of professional counseling experience working with clientele in a social service or rehabilitative program; OR Master's degree in a behavioral science or criminal justice AND one (1) year of professional counseling experience working with clientele in a social service or rehabilitative program.
Professional counseling experience must include providing supportive counseling to clients on a one-to-one basis with full responsibility for developing and managing each case plan.
Three (3) years of experience in a social service, rehabilitative, or correctional program with primary responsibility for guiding and/or counseling individuals or groups in the solution of occupational, educational, personal, or social problems; OR a Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science or a related field with major courses in behavioral science.
Professional counseling experience must include providing supportive counseling to clients on a one-to-one basis with full responsibility for developing and managing each case plan.
Ability to create and implement program components that align with sound corrections policy to support AIC transition.
Experience facilitating evidence‑based programs such as Getting Started, Social Values, Responsible Thinking, Self‑Control, Peer Relationships, Family Ties, Substance Use, and Seeking Employment.
Ability to utilize motivational interviewing and Trauma Informed Care techniques during program facilitation and individual interventions.
Experience recording data, tracking participants, and evaluating participation details in coordination with resource providers and multidisciplinary teams.
Ability to meet with AICs one‑on‑one to review curriculum assignments and provide individual services.
Experience preparing weekly and monthly reports for multidisciplinary teams and facility leadership to support unit data updates.
Must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
Must be able to acknowledge that everyone is capable of positive change, that incarceration provides a powerful opportunity to effect positive change, and that the future public safety of Oregon depends on maintaining environments where such change is valued and nurtured.
Must be able to interact with co-workers, AICs and the public in a professional, respectful manner. This includes refraining from any type of behavior, action or language that could be perceived as hostile, discriminatory, intimidating, violent or abusive.

Nice To Haves

Possess a current Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS) certification

Responsibilities

Create and implement existing and new program components that are consistent with sound corrections policy to enhance AIC transition
Facilitates evidence-based programs in special housing units statewide, some examples include Getting Started, Social Values, Responsible Thinking, Self-Control, Peer Relationships, Family ties, Substance Use, and Seeking Employment.
Utilizes techniques such as motivational interviewing and Trauma Informed Care, derived from contractor or internal DOC trainers, to facilitate behavior change and address identified patterns of behavior.
Records data, tracks participants, and evaluates participation detail while collaborating with resource providers and multi-disciplinary teams
Meets with AICs one-on-one to review curriculum assignments assigned by special housing program coordinators and provide individual services.
Prepares and provides weekly and monthly reports to multidisciplinary teams and the Assistant Superintendent of Special Housing to assist with updating unit data.