Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy: 209350

• Job Posting closes: Wednesday, July 12th, 2023

Agency Information:

Kansas Department of Corrections

714 SW Jackson, Suite 300

Topeka, KS 66603

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About the Position: Victim Services Liaison (WPO), Req.#209350

The position will be located in our Wichita Parole Office

Who can apply: Applicants who meet the minimum requirements

Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified Service

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time/Exempt

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Work Schedule: 8:00am to 5:00pm

Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes

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Compensation: $41,870.40 to $47,257.60/Annual ($20.13 to $22.72/Hr.)*

• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications. Though this position is unclassified, pay is equivalent to classified Pay Grade 24, Steps 10-15.

Position Summary & Responsibilities:

Position Summary:

This position is part of a team that provides services to crime victims of individuals under KDOC supervision. The incumbent will serve as a liaison between crime victims, individuals under supervision, KDOC staff, and community organizations. This position will work to increase the safety of victims through safety planning and systems advocacy.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide direct services to victims – Respond to crime victims' needs utilizing a trauma-informed approach to:

  • Facilitate safety planning and provide referrals and resources to crime victims.

  • Address unwanted offender contact. Assist victims, OVS BIP staff, parole officers, and other program providers (SOP, SAP, etc.) with the family reintegration process.

  • Respond to general inquiries about the Kansas Department of Corrections or offender status.

  • Provide Morrissey Hearing advocacy and support to victims when an offender violates conditions of supervision.

  • Provide systems advocacy during offender reentry and work with the Prisoner Review Board, facility, parole, and contract staff to encourage confidential consideration of victim safety concerns.

  • Screen new parole violation cases for victim issues.

  • Provide assistance/safety planning to identified victims as needed.

  • Work collaboratively with parole staff and community service providers in addressing parole violations with sensitivity to victim safety concerns.

  • Ensure that all documentation is completed in a timely manner within appropriate databases.
    

• Collaborate with KDOC staff and community partners – Provide systems advocacy for victims, enhancing their participation in the criminal justice system:

  • Attend meetings and share information with facility and parole staff.

  • Participate in multi-disciplinary offender reentry teams as a representative for the best interests as expressed by the victim.

  • Communicate with county victim/witness coordinators to support continuum of services, specifically when an offender on supervision commits a new person offense.

  • Identify and share information with community partners who provide services to victims.

  • Provide information and assistance to KDOC staff to encourage appropriate intervention for offenders with a history of domestic violence.

  • Act as a member or consultant for the KDOC Peer Support Team.

  • Participate on local CCRs representing KDOC, including work on subcommittees and projects of the CCR as appropriate.

  • Assist with awareness activities during Crime Victims’ Rights Week, Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and other national awareness campaigns.

  • Plan and implement victim-centered training for KDOC staff and community partners regarding OVS and victim issues.

  • Assist with special projects: Develop materials as required. Assist in facilitating special project committees. Participate in Restorative Justice programming.

• All other duties as assigned

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Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with major coursework in social sciences, criminal justice, or behavioral sciences
• Experience working with victims in corrections, parole, or law enforcement
• Experience in public speaking and training of adults Knowledge of (and/or training in) principles of reentry and risk reduction
• Possesses:
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
  • Strong knowledge of OVS, facility, and community supervision functions, processes, and procedures
• Has the ability to:
  • Have solid professional boundaries
  • Work in a collaborative manner with other employees and community entities
  • Work independently in a professional manner
  • Prioritize assignments, multi-task and be flexible

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Must pass a criminal history records check.

Recruiter Contact Information:

Name: Alyssa Cabello

Human Resource - Recruitment Manager

Email: [email protected]

Name: Daniel Cline

Human Resource - Recruitment Coordinator

Email: [email protected]

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