Corrections Services Specialist I

This position, Corrections Services Specialist I – (Job Opening #621334) , is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Samantha Trayah, 802-859-3201; samantha.trayah@vermont.gov .

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

General Job Description

The Chittenden Regional Correctional Facility is a 172 bed progressive correctional facility primarily for women. The facility houses pre-trial and sentenced women for all custody levels. The staff provides services through an interdisciplinary team approach to meet the needs of the inmates and keep the community safe. Candidates will have or develop specific skills and training related to working with criminal justice involved women.

Specialized professional casework, counseling, unit program direction, or restorative services for the Department of Corrections providing services to offenders in a correctional facility or a field office. Duties include designing, administering, and monitoring services for a client’s (or facility unit’s) immediate and long range needs including some specialized living situations and treatment. Duties also include addressing the needs of victims and the community through restorative case planning. Incumbents must form working relationships with clients, act as role models, and work with other staff, community service providers, and community boards as appropriate; and may act as living unit coordinators within a facility. Supervision may be exercised over subordinate workers, paraprofessionals or trainees on a regular, temporary, or case basis in accordance with workload, unit responsibility, or institutional staffing needs. Liaison with other correctional units and human service agencies, both public and private, may be required. Duties are performed under direction of a program superior or director. All employees of the Agency of Human Services perform their respective functions adhering to four key practices: customer service, holistic service, strengths-based relationships and results orientation.

To read the full job specification for this position, please visit the DHR Job Specifications page.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree.

OR

High school graduation or equivalent AND EITHER four (4) years or more of experience in a role assigned to work directly with a client population in a human services setting on a full-time basis OR four (4) years or more in a protective services or correctional setting.

OR

Two (2) years or more of college coursework in a human services or criminal justice field and EITHER two (2) years or more of experience in a role assigned to work directly with a client population in a human services setting on a full-time basis OR two (2) years or more in a protective services or correctional setting.

Prefer:
Experience in the delivery of casework, planning, and evaluation of offenders in a correctional setting.

Special Note: Possession of a valid driver’s license is required, and a criminal background check will be performed prior to hire. Certain convictions can be disqualifying.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it’s more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

80% State paid medical premium

Dental Plan at no cost for employees and their families

Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan

Work/Life balance: Flexible schedules, 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan

Low cost group life insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Incentive-based Wellness Program

Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.

PREA Requirements

Conviction History Requirements: Candidates who have any felony conviction record or who, within the past five (5) years, have been placed under supervision or sanctioned for a misdemeanor conviction must receive a waiver from the Commissioner of Corrections in order to be considered for employment. You may access the application and corresponding documents by clicking here . Once you have completed the application, please send it directly to the hiring manager identified as the contact person in this job posting.

PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) Requirements: In accordance with federal regulation, any person applying for employment in the Department of Corrections must provide relevant information. Previous institutional employers will be contacted and required to provide information regarding substantiated incidences of sexual abuse or resignation during a pending investigation of an allegation of sexual abuse. By submitting this online job application, you certify all information furnished is true and complete. The information you provide in accordance with this regulation may be used, and previous employers may be contacted for the purpose of investigating and verifying your work history.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people from diverse cultural backgrounds are encouraged.