Parole Officer jobs in Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Summit County-Akron

Work Locations: DPCS Summit 172 South Broadway Street Suite 503 Akron 44308

Classified Indicator: Classified

Bargaining Unit / Exempt: Exempt

Schedule: Full-time

Compensation: 29.49

Unposting Date: May 6, 2024, 10:59:00 PM

Primary Job Skill: Criminology/Criminal Justice

Technical Skills: Risk Assessment, Communications, Criminology/Criminal Justice, Project Management, Training

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Coaching, Developing Others, Presenting, Continuous Improvement

Agency Contact Name: Gina Seel

Agency Contact Information: Gina.Seel@odrc.state.oh.us

Parole Program Specialist (ORAS) 20088135

(24000423)

Job Duties

Who We Are…
Guided by a single mission “To reduce recidivism among those we touch,” the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serves as role models for pro-social behavior conveying an attitude of dignity and respect in the treatment of others.

What You'll Do...

Parole Program Specialist, Quality Assurance- ORAS-Summit County

• Serves under the direction of the ORAS Program Administrators as Case Analyst for the Quality Assurance of the Ohio Risk Assessment System (ORAS).
• Provides continual ORAS technical assistance and coaching to identified staff.
• Identifies regional training needs in the area of ORAS.
• Serves as Subject Matter Expert for ORAS.
• Makes recommendations to ORAS Program Administrators concerning modifications of policies and procedures.
• Acts independently and makes recommendations when necessary to effect change.
• Prepares and reviews publications, reports, and documents.
• Serves as lead for assigned APA region ORAS quality assurance to include but not limited to evaluating the effectiveness of staff interviews, scoring of ORAS and case planning.
• Promotes development and integration of ORAS in the region.
• Develops and maintains data and records.
• Creates monthly statistical reports
• Provides work direction to Unit Supervisors, Senior Parole Officers, and Parole Officers related to ORAS.
• Assists with ORAS training, coaching and quality assurance for the ODRC Institutions and Community agencies as needed.
• Participates in community interaction meetings, advisory boards, committees, and teams.
• Develops and maintains community relations through partnerships and cross training with other agencies.
• May participate in internal management audits and serve on the Bureau of Internal Standards and Compliance audit team.
• Provides quality assurance on ODRC led Evidence Based initiatives.
• Monitors quality of reports and services delivered by field staff through use of management information systems, data, and direct observations.
• Identifies training needs in area of case planning, interview skills, and evidence-based practices.
• Provides assistance and coaching to identified staff on case planning, interview skills, and evidence-based practices.
• Provide work direction to Unit Supervisors, Senior Parole Officers, and Parole Officers related to case planning, interview skills, and evidence-based practices.
• Attends trainings to maintain SME status and/or certifications in ORAS, case planning, interview skills, and any agency promoted evidence-based practices.
• Completes special assignments as directed by the ORAS Program Administrators.
• Attends meetings, conferences, trainings; may give presentations and conduct training.

What’s in it for you:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Employee Development Funds

• The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Qualifications ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Knowledge of speech or effective oral & written communication techniques; agency policies, procedures &/or regulations governing parole, probation & client related activities*; public relations; human relations; EEO, Affirmative Action policies; labor relations; employee training & development; personnel policies & procedures; social work interviewing principles; project/program management; supervisory principles/techniques; counseling; sociology (e.g., sociological aspects of deviance, criminal justice, penology, control & prevention of crime delinquency, basic criminology); social work (e.g., process of rehabilitation); psychology (e.g., educational & vocational appraisal, counseling psychology). Ability to deal with abstract variables & determine specific action; deal with complex problems requiring crisis intervention & resolution; write instructions regarding client programs; gather, collate & classify information about data, people or things; develop good rapport with inmates &/or clients; prepare & deliver speeches before specialized audiences & general public; handle sensitive inquiries or communications with officials & general public; define problems, collect data, establish facts & draw valid conclusions; develop complex reports & position papers; establish friendly atmosphere as supervisor; direct parole & probation field services operations &/or community correctional programs.

(*)Developed after employment.

Application Procedures:

To be considered for this position, you must apply on-line through this posting website. (We no longer accept paper applications.)

When completing your on-line Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting.

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If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please contact the Human Resources Office so proper arrangements can be made. Otherwise, you will be given specific instructions on requesting an accommodation if you are invited to an assessment and/or interview.

Background Check Information

You Also Need to Know The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is a tobacco-free workplace. The State of Ohio is a drug-free Workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, positions may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. Testing will also be performed for the presence of marijuana. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment unless the applicant submits medical documentation of legally prescribed medications or a recommendation for medical marijuana. All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment. This position is also subject to Federal Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) regulations that prohibit someone to carry, transport, or otherwise possess firearm(s) and/or ammunition from consuming marijuana, including medical marijuana. Medical marijuana is prohibited as a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test for final applicants in this position.Pre-Employment Background Investigation: The final applicant selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is prohibited from hiring:*Individuals under a federal or state weapons disability if the position requires firearms certification/recertification and use; Individuals who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison or other confinement facility; have been civilly or administratively adjudicated, or convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, implied threats of force, or if the victim did not or was not able to consent; Individuals convicted of soliciting or providing support for an act of terrorism, terrorism, or money laundering to support terrorism. Individuals who have been convicted of or pled guilty to a felony where a direct correlation exists between the position and prior criminal behavior. (example: individuals convicted of a felony involving fraud, deceit, or theft from holding a position that has substantial management or control over the property of a state agency