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Colorado Department of Corrections

Community Parole Officer

Colorado Department of Corrections, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285

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Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This position is open to Colorado residents. Overview

The Division of Adult Parole exists to manage and supervise inmates/parolees on a 24 hour per day, seven day per week, 365 day per year basis to provide public safety and opportunities for successful re-entry of inmates/parolees returning to the community. Re-entry support services collaborate with this setting. This unit ensures compliance with Federal and state statutes, CDOC Regulations, Parole Board conditions and agreement, Code of Penal Discipline, community corrections standards, Interstate Compact Rules and Regulations and other established rules/standards for the supervision of inmates/parolees. Responsibilities

Conduct field work (e.g. pre-release plan investigation, home visitation, job verification, parole violation investigation), including after hours to contact inmates/ parolees at their residence of record; Apply evidence-based assessment, case planning and supervision techniques, set by policy and standards of practice, under the supervision of a team leader or supervisor; Direct the assessment and supervision plan of community-based parolees through the analysis of case material and interviews to update the Colorado Transition Accountability Plan (CTAP) by incorporating community supervision conditions and updating the parolee's goals; Monitor parolee compliance and progress by overseeing employment, drug treatment and screening, restitution payments, residential status, and specialized treatment programs consistent with the community supervision plan and division contact standards and escort to specific activities, if needed; Interact with parolees and use motivational interviewing, coaching, and other evidence based practices to reinforce pro-social behavior and assist parolees in developing effective problem solving skills and attaining goals; Provide crisis intervention, personal counseling and guidance to parolees in resolving interpersonal, familial and financial problems to enhance parolee success and better ensure public safety; Respond to parolee non-compliant behavior by investigating violations, and imposing appropriate sanctions consistent with the Colorado Violation Decision Making Process (CVDMP) or community violation matrix, most of which are managed in the community and do not require arrest; Present case information for a variety of evidentiary hearings to include COPD (Code of Penal Discipline) hearings, Parole revocation hearings, YOS (Youthful Offender System) revocation proceedings, and Interstate Compact probable cause hearings as well as serving as a hearing officer for COPDs conducted on residential and CRCF (Community Return to Custody Facility) parolees in compliance with due process standards; Attend training and develop skills in evidence based supervision techniques to include motivational interviewing, assessment and case planning, and cognitive behavioral interventions; Maintain proficiency in the use of firearms, arrest control techniques, CPR, and first aid. Maintain a thorough understanding of use of force compliance with certification according to State Statue and Department of Corrections policy; The position requires periodic on-call or call backs after hours on a 24/7 basis; Pursuant to C.R.S. 16-2.6-101, position will function as a PEACE Officer and will make arrests and transport parolees; Perform other job related duties as assigned or required. Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree. (Applicants must upload a copy of your unofficial college transcripts that include your name, college name, degree and date conferred with your application, in order to receive credit). OR - A combination of coursework and professional work experience in criminal justice, corrections, social work, counseling, which equals four (4) years. POST:

Applicants

MUST

possess and maintain a current and valid Colorado POST (Peace Officer Standards Training) certification

at the time of application . You must upload a copy of your POST certificate to your application. The website for information regarding POST is https://www.coloradopost.gov/. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be at least 21 years of age, possess a valid and unrestricted driver's license, and have no felony convictions or domestic violence history. There is no substitution for the Colorado POST Certification. Applicants that do not currently have active POST will not be considered. If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient. Benefits

Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system; Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans. Member Contribution Rates. Correctional Officers I-IV qualify as "Safety Officers" and are eligible for increased PERA benefits. Medical and dental health plans; Short and long term disability coverage; Paid life insurance; 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave; Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more. For more information and to apply, please visit: Employment details

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