New Job Reentry Specialist - Lincoln In Nebraska

Description

The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) employs nearly 2,300 team members operating nine facilities, which house approximately 5,200 inmates, statewide. The department's focus includes inmate programming and education, physical and behavioral health care, re-entry services, and community programs, and is accredited by the American Correctional Association (ACA). Candidates will model the NDCS Values of integrity, respect, compassion, growth, and excellence as we accomplish our mission, "Keep people safe." Information about the Department can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For more information call (402) 471-2654. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact ADA Coordinator Mike Carr at 402-479-5812 or [email protected].

**Supplemental questions will be emailed to qualified candidates after the posting has closed. To be considered further in the selection process, responses must be received by the specified deadline.**

Examples of Work

Conduct reentry planning sessions with individuals at various points throughout their incarceration. Research reentry resources and complete interstate parole transfer (ICOTS) applications in accordance with established procedures. Work with incarcerated individuals to develop comprehensive plans for release. Create goals and action steps to address identified needs in their reentry plan. Work collaboratively with community providers to ensure appropriate resources and programming are available as needed upon release. Partner with Probation and Parole to ensure a continuum of care as individuals are released. Travel required to correctional facilities within the state of Nebraska.

Qualifications / Requirements

REQUIREMENTS: Associate's degree in criminal justice, behavioral science, human services or related field OR two years of experience working with persons referred through the legal system. Must be at least 18 years of age. No felony or domestic abuse related convictions.

PREFERRED: Bilingual in Spanish and English. Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, behavioral science, human services or related field. Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to adapt to various situations. Knowledge of or experience working with community resources and referrals. Proficient in Microsoft Word.

OTHER: Transcripts required prior to appointment. Must have a valid driver's license. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order: a medical exam, and at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of: organizational structure; administrative regulations; operational memorandums; unit policies and procedures; personnel administration; counseling techniques and procedures; programs and opportunities open to inmates; caseload management. Ability to: be self-motivated and adaptable with ability to organize, prioritize and plan strategically; communicate effectively with inmates, staff and the public; exercise leadership and sound judgment; operate within established guidelines; effectively counsel inmates; communicate with a wide range of people in various situations; write reports and make recommendations; observe inmates and detect problems or unrest; understand and apply instructions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.84 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person