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This position is located at the Riverside Youth Correctional Facility in beautiful Boulder, Montana.A State of Montana application is required. Please go to our website at: www.mt.gov for complete details.Special Information:
The typical shift consists of four ten- hour days, including weekends/holidays. The adjudicated youth supervised are high-risk, impulsive adolescent females. The work environment requires constant vigilance & close attention to detail due to the risk of contraband being introduced & the risk of injury due to aggressive behavior. The incumbent is required to utilize non-violent verbal or physical crisis intervention techniques that may result in injury. The incumbent is also required to intervene in crisis situations such as escape, fire, flood, assault, etc. The duties of this position demand the individual have a demonstrated reliable work attendance history because this supervisor must be readily available to management, co-workers & adjudicated youth with respect to unit operations, including being the supervisor on site during evenings, weekends & holidays. This individual must have proven ability to remain calm in stressful situations such as adjudicated youth or staff conflicts. The individual is expected to role model good work & relationship habits as the supervisor of staff & adjudicated youth, including the ability to be flexible, patient and assertive, and demonstrate excellent communication skills.Duties:
Ensures work by Correctional Counselors is accomplished according to supervisory directives, training, standards, procedures, and agency policies by providing job orientation, observing work in progress/reviewing written work, giving constructive feedback, consulting with other supervisory staff, and documenting performance as directed by supervisory staff and/or procedures.
Actively supervises adjudicated youth under a relationship based model, helps develop/facilitate individual treatment programs, and writes adjudicated youth evaluation reports for treatment team/progress meetings using guidelines and forms provided by the program.
Conducts safety and security inspections of the unit/facility during shifts to ensure security and safety systems are operating properly according to program policies and procedures.
Responds to facility staffing needs by adjusting staff schedules or calling in staff, following overtime policies/union contract, and adjusting own schedule if facility needs dictate.
Takes the lead in scheduling the daily housing unit activities to ensure all youth programming is completed in a timely, effective manner while demonstrating the ability to role model flexibility if needing to respond to immediate unscheduled needs of youth in crisis. Competencies:
Attention to Detail - Remains alert in a high-risk environment; follows detailed procedures and ensures accuracy in documentation and data; carefully monitor gauges, instruments, or processes; concentrates on routine work details, and organizes and maintains a system of records.
Conflict Management - Uses a win-win approach to resolve controversy; stays objective and fair when dealing with sensitive situations; maintains constructive working relationships despite disagreement.
Decision Making and Problem Solving - Takes action in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a realistic understanding of issues; uses reason, even when dealing with emotional topics; reviews facts and weigh options.
Integrity - Is tactful, maintains confidences, and fosters an ethical work environment; prevents inappropriate behavior by coworkers; gives proper credit to others; handles all situations honestly.
Policies, Process, and Procedures - Acts in accordance with established guidelines; follows standard procedures in crisis situations; communicates and enforces organizational policies and procedures; recognizes and constructively conforms to unwritten rules or practices.
Teamwork - Shares due credit with coworkers; displays enthusiasm and promotes friendly group working environments; works closely with other departments as necessary; supports group decisions and solicits opinions from coworkers; displays team spirit.Education/Experience:
Qualifications: Knowledge of adolescent development and behavior; including gender differences, agency goals, objectives, and policy with respect to institutional operations, offender care and behavior intervention. Knowledge of employee supervision practices and procedures; and of the forms and processes used in various record keeping duties.
Proven ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; train, lead and review the work of others; prepare and maintain clear and concise records, reports and summaries; follow explicit oral and written instructions; interpret policies/procedures to those under supervision; act as a role model for staff and offenders; establish and maintain effective work relationships; react and respond promptly and calmly in emergencies; physically able to subdue and restrain aggressive, acting out youth; to set limits and enforce rules and routines.
Typically acquired through a bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, or Education and work experience. Three to four years job-related work experience and one year of progressively responsible supervisory experience is required. Working knowledge of a correctional setting is desired. Working knowledge of computers including Microsoft Word and other office equipment is required. A combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelors Degree in the above listed degrees will be considered.
Supplemental Questions: None Required
Additional Materials: None Required Location: Boulder, Montana
Compensation: $13.96 - $17.35/hour
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