SEX OFFENDER THERAPIST I - PIN # 0396, 0402, 0403, 0404, 0405
Agency:
Big Muddy River CC- Department of Corrections
Closing Date/Time:
6/3/2021 11:
59
Salary:
Anticipated starting salary $4,546.00 per month; CBA Applies:
$4546-$6737/month
Job Type:
Salaried Full Time
County:
Jefferson
Number of Vacancies:
5
Plan/BU:
RC062
Collective Bargaining Agreement language applies to this requisition:
We are currently transitioning away from a paper application process to an electronic application process. This position has not been transitioned. Please follow the directions below when applying to this position.
DO NOT APPLY ONLINE
DO NOT CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON
CMS100/B Employment Application and all applicable documentation should be submitted to the Agency contact listed below.
Posting Identification #
1965
Position Description & Responsibilities
Under general supervision of the Treatment Unit Administrator (Public Service Administrator), performs specialized, sex offender specific group and individual therapy utilizing a variety of techniques. Develops behavior modification programs specific to each participants. Maintains required standards of the clinical documentation that is specific and congruent to sex offender population. Conducts risk assessments and testing of sex offenders. Provides court testimony.
30% Provides specialized, sex offender-specific group and individual therapy utilizing a variety of therapeutic techniques, i.e. reality structuring, cognitive behavioraI approaches, cognitive restructuring, conflict resolution, crisis intervention, daily living skills, relapse prevention for incarcerated or paroled sex offenders, arousal reconditioning, victim empathy, sex education, trauma resolution, communication training, anger management, stress management, education of building healthy relationships and ongoing problem solving.
25% Develops behavior modification programs specific to each participant which are designed to develerate identified maladaptive behaviors and facilitate increased appropriate behaviors. Consults with psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers and correctional staff to fornulate treatment plans for offenders; participates in case planning meetings regarding offender treatment as well as setting future goals for treatment and/or release planning, develps a treatment program to prepare the offender for reintegration into the community.
25% Maintains required standards of clinical documentation that is specific and congruent to the sex offender population; screening instruments, sex offender data collection instrument, program entrance contracts, acknowledgement of limited confidentiality and waiver, individualized treatment plans, individual/group therapy documentation, evaluation of treatment progress and program rule violations.
10% Conducts risk assessments and testing of sex offenders utilizing clinical evaluation procedures. Developes an individual written treatment plan designed to treat identified behaviors; identifies and recommends changes in clinical treatment and evaluation.
05% Provides expert court testimony on treatment progression and evaluation. Travels to perform these duties.
05% Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Requirements
- Requires possession of a master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy or a closely related behavioral science degree from an accredited college or university, supplemented by one year of related professional experience counseling sex offenders.
- Requires eligibility to be approved to conduct sex offender treatment and evaluations by the Illinois Sex Offender Management Board.
- Requires extensive knowledge of the theories and assumptions underlying the field of sex offender treatment and evaluation.
- Requires extensive knowledge of assessment instruments and measurement techniques.
- Requires working knowledge of techniques and methods used in sex offender diagnostic evaluations, psychotherapy and research.
- Requires working knowledge of department rules and regulations governing the field of sex offender evaluation and treatment.
- Requires ability to plan and design individual treatment programs for assigned recipients.
- Requires ability to work cooperatively and effectively with staff members , department recipients and their families .
- Requires ability to design individual treatment plans and implement them correctly.
- Requires ability to identify reliable individualized measures of client needs and progress.
- Requires ability to assess effectiveness of treatment plans, and make needed corrections.
- Requires abilitv to travel.
Employment Conditions
- Requires the ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
- On January 1, 2020, the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act made it legal for residents ove the age of 21 to produce, consume and sell cannabis in Illinois. Please note that although the law has changed, the Department will continue to enforce the Department's zero tolerance Drug Testing Policy. The use of unauthorized drugs, including cannabis by an employee, regardless of the position held of prohibited.
- Requires ability to travel
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity, equity and inclusion. This commitment is at the forefront of our operations, hiring, policies and procedures, and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment, the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly, respectfully, and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agency s success. IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued, respected, and included.
Through our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including, but not limited to, racism, ageism, ableism, sexism, discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender, and religious oppression.
The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in offender behavior, operating successful reentry programs, and reducing victimization.
Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; retirement plan and deferred compensation; state holidays and other benefit time off; tuition reimbursement; and pre-tax benefit programs. The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities.
The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants to join our team.
Work Hours:
8:
00am - 4:
00pm with Sat/Sun off
Work Location:
251 North Illinois Hwy 37 Ina, IL 62846
Agency Contact:
Carri Sisk
Email:
carri.sisk@illinois.gov
Phone #:
618-437-5300 Ext. 218
Job Function:
Health Services; Public Safety
CANDIDATES MUST SUBMIT A SEPERATE BID FORM (as applicable) AND CMS-100/B FOR EACH POSTED VACANCY APPLIED FOR.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
DO NOT APPLY ONLINE.
Please submit application via email to:
carri.sisk@illinois.gov
Current State Employees:
- Seeking a Promotion Submit an Official Position Vacancy Bid Form and CMS-100B Employment Application (version dated 9/2020 or after) to the Agency Contact address listed above.
- Older versions of the CMS-100B will not be graded or returned to applicants.
- Failure to complete and submit the new CMS-100B(version dated 9/2020 or after) will result in your application being rejected.
- Seeking a Transfer Submit an Official Position Vacancy Bid Form, Transfer Request, and CMS-100 Employment Application (version dated 9/2020 or after) to the Agency Contact address listed above.
- A separate Bid form and Application is required for each Posting Identification#/Job Requisition ID # or your bid will be rejected.
- Failure to complete and submit the new CMS-100 version (dated 9/2020 or after) will result in your application being rejected.
- Seeking a Reduction - Submit an Official Position Vacancy Bid Form and CMS-100 Employment Application (version dated 9/2020 or after) to the Agency Contact address listed above.
- A separate Bid form and Application is required for each Posting Identification#/Job Requisiton ID # or your bid will be rejected.
- Failure to complete and submit the new CMS-100 (version dated 9/2020 or after) will result in your application being rejected.
Former State Employees:
- Submit an Official Position Vacancy Bid Form and CMS-100 Employment Application (version dated 9/2020 or after) to the Agency Contact address listed above.
- A separate Bid form and Application is required for each Posting Identification#/Job Requistion ID # or your bid will be rejected.
- Failure to complete and submit the new CMS-100 (version dated 9/2020 or after) will result in your application being rejected.
Non-State Employees:
- Submit a CMS-100 Employment Application (version dated 9/2020 or after)and official college transcripts(Where applicable) to the Agency Contact address listed above.
- Documentation is required for each Posting/Bid ID or your application(s)will be rejected.
- Failure to complete and submit the new CMS-100 version (dated 9/2020 or after) will result in your application being rejected.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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