Colorado Department of Corrections
CDOC (Social Worker /Counselor III) Sex Offender Treatment Provider - (CANON CIT
Colorado Department of Corrections, Cañon City, Colorado, United States
CDOC (Social Worker / Counselor III) Sex Offender Treatment Provider - Canon City
Position with the Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) as a Sex Offender Treatment Provider in Canon City, CO. This is a Social Worker / Counselor III position. Location
Canon City, CO. Multiple positions may be filled at this location. Seniority Level
Entry level Employment Type
Full‑time Job Function
Other (Law Enforcement) Responsibilities
Provides intensive sex offender treatment within the CDOC's Sex Offender Treatment & Monitoring Program (SOTMP) including development, implementation and modification of individual treatment plans. SOTMP complies with the Colorado Sex Offender Management Board (SOMB) standards and guidelines. Conduct and prepare psycho‑sexual evaluation for use by community corrections, Parole Board and treatment providers in the community. Prepare parole board assessment to assist the parole board in making release decisions. Participate in support education meetings on a periodic basis. Participate in the Standardized training workshop for the Correctional system regarding the Dynamics of Sex Offenders. Provide crisis intervention and consultation to correctional staff concerning high‑risk behaviors of sex offenders in the institution. Review records and interview inmates to assess sexual violence level, treatment needs, and treatment amenability. Develop individual treatment plans and goals. Regular review and modification of treatment plans to reflect individual progress or lack of progress for inmates in the treatment program. Provide intensive treatment to sex offenders by conducting group therapy based on Risk‑Need‑Receptivity (RNR) and supplemental individual therapy, status reviews, homework assignment reviews and feedback, and evaluations. Minimum Qualifications
Applicant must possess a valid, active license from the State of Colorado as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Psychologist or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Applicant must have one (1) year of licensed or license‑candidacy experience, with current valid licensure from the State of Colorado, to include Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker Candidate (SWC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, and experience must be with the mental health and/or sex offender population. Special Qualifications
Clinicians providing sex offender treatment are required to apply with the SOMB within 30 days of hire. Required Competencies
Self‑control and a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations. Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout the shift. Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high‑stakes interaction. Must possess and maintain a valid license from the State of Colorado as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Knowledge of and ability to conduct crisis assessment and counseling utilizing therapist manuals and protocols and agency/facility security policies. Ability to effectively interact with offenders. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to read and comprehend the English language. Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing. Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind. Excellent interpersonal skills. Preferred Qualifications
Mental health counseling with the inmate population and crisis intervention experience. Experience conducting suicide risk assessments. Listing with the SOMB as a treatment provider (Sex Offender Treatment Provider). Experience working as a member of a multidisciplinary team. 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 401(k) 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. Visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits for more information. Conditions of Employment
Must be 21 years of age. Possess a valid driver’s license; Drivers must maintain a valid, non‑restricted Colorado driver license, obey traffic laws, and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle. Possess a high school diploma or GED. Have no felony convictions, including any actions defined in 5 U.S.C. 301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601‑15609. CDOC shall not hire or promote anyone who has engaged in sexual abuse involving a victim unable to consent or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States. CDOC uses e‑Verify to confirm eligibility and does not sponsor non‑residents. Successfully pass all modules of the Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, including English reading comprehension, relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics. Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics, including: Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist. Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled takedown. Use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows. Withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows. Swing a baton in a striking technique. Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic. Get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions. Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment. Must be able to see and hear to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security. Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury. Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently. Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations. Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner. Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed offenders. Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments. Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings. Willing and able to travel. Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, graveyards (nights) which includes a rotating shift schedule. TB screening is required of all new employees upon hire. Successful completion of a background investigation is required. Should applicant’s background reveal criminal charges, it shall be the responsibility of the applicant to provide the Department of Corrections with written/official disposition of any charges. Application Process
Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools, including language models, to create, write, or alter any portion of responses throughout any step of the assessment process may result in the disqualification of an applicant. Applicants that meet MQ’s will be included in the comparative analysis process for suitability screening, eSkills assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment, or other assessments. Candidates who are eliminated may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. Appeals must be submitted on the official appeal form in the specified manner within ten (10) calendar days from receipt of notice. Contact
Stacey Hibpshman – stacey.hibpshman@state.co.us or 719‑723‑3973. Technical Support
If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system call NEOGOV technical support at 855‑524‑5627 Mon‑Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Equal Employment Opportunity
Colorado Department of Corrections is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an affirmative action agency that provides equal opportunities and is a protected class under various statutes. We shall consider any incidents of sexual harassment in determining whether to hire anyone who may have contact with offenders or residents. The agency also assists individuals with a disability with reasonable accommodation requests related to employment.
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Position with the Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) as a Sex Offender Treatment Provider in Canon City, CO. This is a Social Worker / Counselor III position. Location
Canon City, CO. Multiple positions may be filled at this location. Seniority Level
Entry level Employment Type
Full‑time Job Function
Other (Law Enforcement) Responsibilities
Provides intensive sex offender treatment within the CDOC's Sex Offender Treatment & Monitoring Program (SOTMP) including development, implementation and modification of individual treatment plans. SOTMP complies with the Colorado Sex Offender Management Board (SOMB) standards and guidelines. Conduct and prepare psycho‑sexual evaluation for use by community corrections, Parole Board and treatment providers in the community. Prepare parole board assessment to assist the parole board in making release decisions. Participate in support education meetings on a periodic basis. Participate in the Standardized training workshop for the Correctional system regarding the Dynamics of Sex Offenders. Provide crisis intervention and consultation to correctional staff concerning high‑risk behaviors of sex offenders in the institution. Review records and interview inmates to assess sexual violence level, treatment needs, and treatment amenability. Develop individual treatment plans and goals. Regular review and modification of treatment plans to reflect individual progress or lack of progress for inmates in the treatment program. Provide intensive treatment to sex offenders by conducting group therapy based on Risk‑Need‑Receptivity (RNR) and supplemental individual therapy, status reviews, homework assignment reviews and feedback, and evaluations. Minimum Qualifications
Applicant must possess a valid, active license from the State of Colorado as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Psychologist or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Applicant must have one (1) year of licensed or license‑candidacy experience, with current valid licensure from the State of Colorado, to include Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker Candidate (SWC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, and experience must be with the mental health and/or sex offender population. Special Qualifications
Clinicians providing sex offender treatment are required to apply with the SOMB within 30 days of hire. Required Competencies
Self‑control and a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations. Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout the shift. Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high‑stakes interaction. Must possess and maintain a valid license from the State of Colorado as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Knowledge of and ability to conduct crisis assessment and counseling utilizing therapist manuals and protocols and agency/facility security policies. Ability to effectively interact with offenders. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to read and comprehend the English language. Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing. Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind. Excellent interpersonal skills. Preferred Qualifications
Mental health counseling with the inmate population and crisis intervention experience. Experience conducting suicide risk assessments. Listing with the SOMB as a treatment provider (Sex Offender Treatment Provider). Experience working as a member of a multidisciplinary team. 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 401(k) 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. Visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits for more information. Conditions of Employment
Must be 21 years of age. Possess a valid driver’s license; Drivers must maintain a valid, non‑restricted Colorado driver license, obey traffic laws, and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle. Possess a high school diploma or GED. Have no felony convictions, including any actions defined in 5 U.S.C. 301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601‑15609. CDOC shall not hire or promote anyone who has engaged in sexual abuse involving a victim unable to consent or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States. CDOC uses e‑Verify to confirm eligibility and does not sponsor non‑residents. Successfully pass all modules of the Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, including English reading comprehension, relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics. Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics, including: Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist. Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled takedown. Use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows. Withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows. Swing a baton in a striking technique. Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic. Get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions. Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment. Must be able to see and hear to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security. Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury. Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently. Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations. Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner. Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed offenders. Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments. Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings. Willing and able to travel. Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, graveyards (nights) which includes a rotating shift schedule. TB screening is required of all new employees upon hire. Successful completion of a background investigation is required. Should applicant’s background reveal criminal charges, it shall be the responsibility of the applicant to provide the Department of Corrections with written/official disposition of any charges. Application Process
Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools, including language models, to create, write, or alter any portion of responses throughout any step of the assessment process may result in the disqualification of an applicant. Applicants that meet MQ’s will be included in the comparative analysis process for suitability screening, eSkills assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment, or other assessments. Candidates who are eliminated may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. Appeals must be submitted on the official appeal form in the specified manner within ten (10) calendar days from receipt of notice. Contact
Stacey Hibpshman – stacey.hibpshman@state.co.us or 719‑723‑3973. Technical Support
If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system call NEOGOV technical support at 855‑524‑5627 Mon‑Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Equal Employment Opportunity
Colorado Department of Corrections is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an affirmative action agency that provides equal opportunities and is a protected class under various statutes. We shall consider any incidents of sexual harassment in determining whether to hire anyone who may have contact with offenders or residents. The agency also assists individuals with a disability with reasonable accommodation requests related to employment.
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