Parole Program Specialist 20088074

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 embraces 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 We Do… 
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction has been tasked with front line crime reduction through rehabilitative treatment and programming efforts provided in a safe, secure and humane correctional environment and effective community supervision. Our goal is to protect the public through helping individuals turn away from crime and become productive, contributing members of our communities, ensuring a safer Ohio for all Ohioans now and in the future. 
 
To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at www.drc.ohio.gov 
 
Are You Ready? 
We are thrilled to see that you are interested in beginning your career with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction! Without a doubt, this will be the most rewarding and meaningful work you’ll ever find with a work family that is second to none!  

About Us:

Guided by the Agency's mission "To reduce recidivism among those we touch," the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is looking for a dedicated security minded professional to assume the responsibilities of a Parole Program Specialist in the Quality Assurance (ORAS) Division located within Cuyahoga County.

Updates/changes to your application submission can be made while the posting is open by logging into your profile and editing the application.  After the posting closes, no changes can be made. 

What You'll Do:

Job Duties:

·        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 guidance 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.

·        Provides guidance 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.

      Must conduct themselves professionally, and in a law-abiding manner, at all times and in accordance with Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction Standards of Employee Conduct.

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
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

6 yrs. trg. or 6 yrs. exp. in community corrections to include report writing, offender treatment referrals, offender service delivery & participation in corrections/criminal justice agencies operations & investigations; 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. providing work direction &/or training; valid Ohio Driver's license.

-Or completion of undergraduate core program in criminology, criminal justice, law enforcement, sociology, social work, psychology or related field; 48 mos. trg. or 48 mos. exp. in community corrections to include report writing, offender treatment referrals, offender service delivery & participation in corrections/criminal justice agencies operations & investigations; 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. providing work direction &/or training; valid Ohio Driver's license.

-Or completion of graduate core program in criminology, criminal justice, law enforcement, sociology, social work, psychology or related field; 36 mos. trg. or 36 mos. exp. in community corrections to include report writing, offender treatment referrals, offender service delivery & participation in correction/criminal justice agencies operations & investigations; 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. providing work direction &/or training; valid Ohio Driver's license.

-Or 12 mos. exp. as Senior Parole Officer, 69812; valid Ohio Driver's license.

-Or 24 mos. exp. as Parole Officer, 69810 or 69811; valid Ohio Driver's license.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Criminology/Criminal Justice

Helpful Tips 
Application Procedures:
•    In order 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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•    ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.  You may be required to demonstrate how you meet minimum qualifications.
•    The final candidate 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 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 unable 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.)
•     The final applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to an appointment to test for illegal drug use. The State will decline to extend a final offer of employment to any applicant with a verified positive test result. Also, an applicant with a positive test result will not be considered for any position with the State of Ohio for a period of one year. NOT APPLICABLE TO CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES.
•     The Department of Rehabilitation & Correction is a tobacco-free workplace.

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.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.