Residential Officer

Overview

This is a part time position: 16 hours per week.

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community? Do you thrive in dynamic and demanding situations? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to become a key player in preparing clients for successful reentry into society as a Residential Officer at the Iowa Department of Corrections.

• As a Residential Officer in a 24-hour community-based corrections facility, you will be a direct service provider, engaging in high-contact interactions with clients. You will play an essential role in eliciting and supporting pro-social behaviors, with a focus on programming that fosters personal growth and reduces the risk of reoffending.
• Value initiative and independent judgment as part of a cohesive multidisciplinary team, working collaboratively to observe and assess client behaviors and interactions. Use exceptional communication skills to build quality relationships with clients and drive positive change.
• Conduct a diverse range of tasks from facility security checks and searches to transporting clients within the community.
• Be trained to employ effective behavior change techniques, such as motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral strategies, to facilitate lasting transformation.
• Support case managers and clients in achieving goals, considering individual needs, disabilities, trauma, and cultural responsiveness.
• Prioritize safety and be prepared to respond to emergencies using appropriate defensive tactics and life-saving measures.

• Graduation from high school, GED, or equivalency.
• Ability to work in a setting that requires attention to safety, ethical conduct, and detail-oriented practice.

We value integrity, ethical conduct, and attention to detail in all aspects of our work, and we invite you to become an integral part of our team dedicated to transforming lives and promoting community safety.

E-Verify and Right to Work

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization.

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Graduation from high school, GED, or equivalency is required. For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description.