Parole Officer jobs in Midland, TX

Parole Officer is responsible for managing designated cases for prisoners who are on parole. Assesses the needs of the parolee, schedules and sets standards for supervision and creates reports on progress and behavior. Being a Parole Officer is responsible for scheduling or supervising rehabilitation program attendance and progress. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Parole Officer typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Parole Officer gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be a Parole Officer typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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TJJD - Parole Officer III / IV - (RMI) - Midland/Odessa - 40166
  • TEXAS JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT
  • Odessa, TX FULL_TIME
  • TJJD - Parole Officer III / IV - (RMI) - Midland/Odessa - 40166 (00040166)
    Organization: TEXAS JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT
    Primary Location: Texas-Odessa
    Work Locations: TJJD Odessa District Ofc c/o Ector County Youth Ctr 1401 E. Yukon Road Odessa 79762

    Job: Community and Social Service
    Employee Status: Regular
    Schedule: Full-time
    Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
    State Job Code: 4542 4543
    Salary Admin Plan: B
    Grade: 17 B19
    Salary (Pay Basis): 3,983.71 - 4,912.20 (Monthly)
    Number of Openings: 1
    Overtime Status: Non-exempt
    Job Posting: Feb 15, 2024, 10:25:14 AM
    Closing Date: Ongoing
    Description


    **This position is for applicants that reside in the Midland – Odessa county/area**

    HOW TO APPY

    Complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the following additional forms (available at http://www.tjjd.texas.gov/index.php/doc-library/category/304-forms):

    • TJJD Employment Application Supplement (HR-003)
    • Child Abuse Registry Check Consent Form (HR-028)
    • Disclosure of PREA Employment Standards Violation (HR-975)
    • Authorization to Release Information (HR-074)

    Failure to complete and submit the above forms will cause delays in your consideration for this position.

    Apply Online at https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/644/jobdetail.ftl?job=00040166&tz=GMT-05:00 and attach to the application the above additional forms along with copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).

    Apply through Work-In-Texas at https://www.workintexas.com/vosnet/loginintro.aspx. You will also need to complete and attach to the application the supplemental questions/forms indicated above along with a copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214). The additional forms are available at: http://www.tjjd.texas.gov/index.php/doc-library/category/304-forms) and can be submitted via email to: HRJobs@TJJD.Texas.gov.

    Apply via Email to HRJobs@TJJD.Texas.gov. Send completed application, supplemental questions/forms, and copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).

    PLEASE NOTE

    Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment (month & year), supervisor’s name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

    Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and any other requirements listed under Minimum Qualifications.

    BENEFITS

    State of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov. Benefits include: Retirement plan, paid group health & life insurance for employee, paid holidays, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance program, employee assistance program. Optional add-on benefits include: Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary AD&D Insurance, Dependent Health & Life insurance, Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts, etc. Additionally, certain designated positions are eligible for hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and free meals while on duty.

    GENERAL DESCRIPTION

    Performs parole administration and supervision work. Provides case management and supervision services for youth on parole. Selects an appropriate supervision strategy that addresses criminogenic needs and behavior. Establishes and maintains recurring contact with the youth using Effective Practices in Community Supervision (EPICS) and motivational interviewing skills. Works with the youth to reintegrate successfully into the community and develops a post-discharge plan. Ensures the youth receives appropriate services while on parole, including educational, workforce development, aftercare, and recovery services. Participates in the rehabilitation of youth in residential placements, who are assigned to their caseload at time of admission to the agency. Participates in youth service team meetings via phone and virtual/electronic means, travels to facilities to visit youth, meets with youth’s family to conduct home evaluations and assists in brokering services for them. Responds to crisis; e.g. harm to self or others, or law violations by youths, which may include conducting administrative/revocation hearings. Provides required and identified services to youth assigned to their caseload.

    Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Must travel a minimum of sixty percent (60%) of the time. May be required to work in excess of 40 hours per workweek.

    Career Ladder Promotion Opportunity: This position is in the approved TJJD career ladder for Parole Officers. Parole Officers receive career ladder salary adjustments upon meeting established eligibility criteria per agency policy (PRS.15.08) until they reach the top level of the ladder. Placement on the career ladder is dependent upon experience and education. Progression to the highest pay level on the career ladder is dependent upon experience and performance.

    Levels of Work Performed by Career Ladder Level:

    Parole Officer III: Performs highly complex (senior-level) work under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

    Parole Officer IV: Performs advanced (senior-level) work under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

    Delivers the Texas Model.

    Reviews master files to determine the current status of youth; and ensures files are updated, completed and maintained as required by Case Management Standards.

    Actively participates in the implementation of Effective Practices in Community Supervision (EPICS) with fidelity to the model.

    Models a trauma-informed and culturally competent approach with youth and families.

    Actively takes a lead role in the reentry planning process of youth.

    Establishes and maintains recurring contact with the youth’s case manager, family/guardian, and community support system to help the youth progress towards successful community re-entry.

    Serves as a life coach, advocate, and role model for youth.

    Completes home assessments for appropriate youth placement recommendations and to obtain additional information about support systems in the community.

    Makes recommendations regarding community placements and financial reentry support.

    Mentors youth and assists the youth in learning soft skills to function in the community and build self-reliance in navigating systems within the community.

    Assigns supervision based on agency policy, Parole Case Management Standards, and risk to reoffend.

    Develops and implements supervision strategies to emphasize addressing criminogenic needs, changing attitudes and behavior rather than solely focusing on compliance.

    Conducts Level I / II / III / IV hearing requests and reports according to agency policy and interventions.

    Conducts responsible, safe, and timely transportation of youth.

    Engages in competency-based training in the techniques and capabilities needed to coach youth under the Texas Model of trauma-informed corrections.

    Helps youth to identify their responses to stress, fear, and other triggers and works with the youth to learn ways to increase emotional self-regulation skills.

    Gains a basic knowledge of each youth’s treatment plan and provides support in learning the skills needed to meet those goals.

    Measures performance, documents parole activities, incidents, and transactions and enters data into the Correctional Care System (CCS).

    Actively evaluates and review parole quality assurance measures and outcomes.

    Participates in the collection Effective Practices in Community Supervision outcomes.

    May be assigned a more complex caseload of parolees.

    May serve as an Effective Practice in Community Supervision (EPICS) Peer Coach/Trainer.

    Reports any presence or perception of racial, ethnic, and/or gender disparities and recommends actions to address disparities.

    Performs a variety of related duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

    Performs all duties in compliance with agency safety policies and procedures:

    • Reports safety hazards and corrects hazards when possible.
    • Completes required documentation in the event of an accident/injury within requested time frames.

    Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency attendance and leave policies.


    Qualifications


    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Master’s degree. No experience.

    OR

    Bachelor’s degree. Two (2) years full-time wage-earning experience in the development, evaluation, and implementation of individual case/treatment plans; assessments; development and coordination of services; placement recommendations and referrals for juveniles or adults on probation, parole, or in a residential, correctional, therapeutic environment; or juvenile or adult correctional officer experience.

    Required:

    • Possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license for continued employment.
    • Must have or be able to obtain a certificate of course completion for the Criminal Justice Practitioner (CJP) online course provided through the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) within six months of employment as a parole officer with the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD).

    Preferred:

    • Major coursework in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Clinical Psychology/Sociology, Guidance and Counseling, Criminal Justice, Family Relations, an Interdisciplinary degree in a Social Science, Rehabilitation or Education.

    Experience and Education Substitutions:

    • Completed course hours of graduate study may substitute for up to two years of experience on a basis of 12 graduate course hours for one year of experience.
    • Pro-rated part-time experience may satisfy the experience requirements.

    Note: Any degree, diploma, high school equivalent, or course hours required to meet minimum qualifications must be from an accredited educational institution.

    Requirements for Continued Employment:

    • Failure to maintain required licensure/certification will result in termination of employment.

    This position is subject to mandatory pre-employment drug testing and any offer of employment is contingent upon results from a drug screen conducted for the agency.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

    The following physical demands and working conditions are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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    Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing

    Ability to see

    Ability to hear (with or without aid)

    Operate motor equipment

    Identify colors

    Depth perception

    Ability to perform tactile discernment

    Restraining combative youth

    Heavy lifting, 45 lbs. & over

    Heavy carrying, 45 lbs. & over

    Pushing

    Pulling

    Repeated bending

    Reaching above shoulder

    Manual/finger dexterity

    Dual simultaneous grasping

    Walking

    Standing

    Sitting

    Crawling

    Twisting

    Kneeling

    Stooping

    Climbing ladders

    Climbing stairs

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

    Knowledge of:

    • Criminology and penology principles.
    • Risk, Need and Responsivity
    • Motivational Interviewing Techniques
    • Stages of Change
    • The principles, methods, techniques, and practices of parole case management.

    Skill in:

    • Deductive reasoning.
    • The use of office equipment, computers, and applicable software.

    Ability to:

    • Understand confidentiality and how it relates to juveniles.
    • Develop and implement case plans.
    • Maintain records and files.
    • Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
    • Interview, counsel, and motivate youth.
    • Solve problems.
    • Develop case plans that address criminogenic needs
    • Demonstrate the importance of trauma-informed care.
    • Interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
    • Maintain a reliable transportation with valid insurance and driver’s license.
    • Maintain a good driving record.
    • Adapt to change.
    • Work effectively with youth.
    • Help maintain a safe and secure work environment.
    • Physically restrain youth when necessary in a manner consistent with instructions received and to transport youth and travel as necessary.
    • Investigate allegations of parole violations.
    • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
    • Organize and prioritize workload in order to meet deadlines.
    • Work under stressful conditions, with possible occurrences of extreme heightened stress.
    • Travel and work in excess of 40 hours per workweek

    VETERANS

    In order to receive veteran’s preference, a copy of your DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), VA disability rating (if applicable), or a DD Form 1300 (Report of Casualty) must be attached to your application.

    Go to https://texasskillstowork.com/, https://www.onetonline.org/, or http://www.careeronestop.org/ for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements, and skill sets.


    Additional Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code or Crosswalk information is available from the Texas State Auditor’s Office at Criminal Justice MOS Codes.

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

    If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

    Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

    Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Career Center (https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en), you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions.

    Thank you for considering employment with the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

    AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    The Texas Juvenile Justice Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.

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  • Hilliard Companies
  • Midland, TX
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Virtual Sales Executive
  • Pappas Agency
  • Midland, TX
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Virtual Sales Executive
  • Pappas Agency
  • Odessa, TX
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  • Odessa, TX
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  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Juvenile Supervision Officer
  • Midland County, TX
  • Midland, TX
  • Salary : $44,294.76 Annually Location : Midland, TX Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 2019-00273 Department: Juvenile Dete...
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  • Jan Resources LLC
  • Odessa, TX
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Midland is a city in and the county seat of Midland County, Texas, United States, on the Southern Plains of the state's western area. A small portion of the city extends into Martin County. At the 2010 census, the population of Midland was 111,147, and a 2015 estimate gave a total of 132,950, making it the twenty-fourth most populous city in the state of Texas. Due to the oil boom in Midland, certain officials have given population estimates above 155,000. It is the principal city of the Midland, Texas Metropolitan Statistical Area, which includes all of Midland County, the population of which...
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