Inmate Program Specialist- Detention Center

NOTICE TO APPLICANT

Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM MST the day before the posted End Date.

You must ensure your application reflects the correct and current information for your work experience, hours worked per week per position, education, personal information, etc.

Only the information provided on this application is evaluated when determining compensation.

Job Description

PURPOSE SUMMARY. Under the direction and supervision of the Captain of Administrative Services, monitors the facility’s program assignments and serves as the case manager for adjudication operations while detainee is confined in the Detention Center.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES.

• Coordinate, but does not provide: counseling, educational, religious, and/or other services for the detainees and inmates.

• Ensure that established policies and procedures are followed in relation to the programs and services for detainees and inmates.

• Work with volunteers to schedule and facilitate informational material(s) for group educational purposes.

• Network with other community agencies, entities and educational organizations to increase the scope of services available for the detainees and inmates.

• Collaborate with outside agencies to provide and assist detainees with special programs and/or social activities for problems or other issues related to social functioning, substance abuse and/or crisis intervention.

• Monitor detainees on work release programs in accordance with established procedures and program requirements.  

• Plan and attend meetings as required.

• Coordinate volunteers, work study students and student interns.

• Coordinate and assist the training division to ensure that training requirements are met for volunteers.

• Monitor and administer drug and alcohol tests on work release detainees and inmates; may conduct on- site checks throughout various locations in Doña Ana County.    

• Maintain records, prepare reports and compose correspondence.

• Monitor inmate/detainee behavior to maintain order. 

• Assist supervisor in the planning and implementation of long range projects related to inmate programs and services.

• Advise/inform inmate of provider locations if referred by medical and mental health services upon discharge from facility.

• Comply with PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) policies, regulations and statutory requirements.

• Act as PREA advocate for inmates and detainees.

• Provide PREA confidential crisis intervention, resources, support, information, and referrals.

• Monitor for retaliation against the victim and any witnesses or reporters.

• Communicate with other PREA coordinated response members to coordinate services, while maintaining victim confidentiality.

• Maintain working relationships with facility staff and inmates, other County employees and representatives from other law enforcement and community agencies. 

ADDITIONAL DUTIES. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS.

A.  Education. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Community Health, or Corrections is preferred

           

B. Experience. One (1) year minimum full-time work experience in Social Work, Social Services, Corrections, or directly-related field.

C.  Education/ Experience substitution. In accordance with County policy.

D.  Licenses/Certifications. Valid driver’s license. Must maintain a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record in accordance with County policy. Must obtain certification in CPR and First Aid within six months of hire.

E.  Other (e.g., post-offer medical exam, polygraph, background check, driver’s license record, etc.).  Post-offer NCIC, polygraph, background check, and driver’s license record

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:

Knowledge of:

• Organizational structure, functions, procedures, and policies within the criminal justice system.

• Federal, state, and county laws, codes, regulations, and safety rules for operating in a detention center.

Skill in:

• Proficiency in engaging with the community organizations and social services.

• Experience in prevention and crisis intervention programs.

• Utilize necessary computer applications at an advanced level.

• Handling sensitive matters to maintain confidentiality of personal information on inmates and detainees.

Ability to:

• Enforce facility rules and regulations in a positive manner.

• Model professional, creative problem-solving behaviors and attitudes towards detainees and staff.

• Implement goals, objectives, and practices from providing effective and efficient services.

• Exercise and display constructive attitudes towards detainees and inmates.

• Make oral presentations to large groups.

• Communicate effectively in oral and written form.

• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with others.

• Maintain accurate records.

• Work effectively in a detention center setting, applying laws and procedures correctly.

Compensation Range

$19.59 - $29.39

Doña Ana County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to abide by all federal and state laws prohibiting employment discrimination on the basis of a person’s race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, disability, serious medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, spousal affiliation, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other unlawful criteria, except where a reasonable Bona Fide Occupational Qualification exists.

 

Doña Ana County will make reasonable accommodation(s) for the known physical or mental limitations of an applicant with a disability, upon request, unless the accommodation(s) would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the County. Please see http://www.donaanacounty.org/ada/ for our Public Notice and to get the Testing/Interview Accommodation Request Form or call 575-647-7210 for assistance.