Risk Reduction Interventionist (Part-Time)- Social Work, Counseling, Criminal Justice

Region:

Northwestern Vermont Position:

Risk Reduction Interventionist Time:

Part-time Compensation will be determined by experience, education, and credentialing. SUMMARY Reentry Resources Counseling is seeking a motivated, career-oriented individual to join a seasoned team as a Risk Reduction Interventionist. The Risk Reduction Interventionist is responsible for facilitating risk reduction curricula with individuals in the criminal justice system. Evidenced-based curriculum is used to help reduce risk of recidivism for individuals as they aim to transition back into communities from incarceration. The work will involve delivering risk reduction curricula in person and via technology when remote work is necessary. Curricula focuses on themes such as emotion regulation, problem-solving and social skill development.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide individual and group services to individuals involved in the criminal justice system.
• Facilitate evidence-based risk reducing curriculum designated by the Vermont Department of Corrections.
• Maintain adherence to the fidelity of the designated model of delivery.
• Using the VTDOC electronic health record system, document services and important events in accordance with clinical policies for reporting and record keeping.
• Attend staff meetings and required trainings to ensure continuum and quality of care.
• Serve as a role model through positive, appropriate conduct and participation in special agency events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be able to pass a criminal background check
• Must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or equivalent combination of knowledge and experience. A degree in a human services field is preferred.
• Ability to work one-on-one with individuals and in groups.
• Ability to apply organizational management skills and maintain self and client discipline.
• Ability to prepare and maintain required documentation.
• Ability to comply with internal, local, state, and federal regulations and policies.
• Ability to work and communicate with others via telephone and through email.
• Ability to use an online meeting platform and learn about technology as necessary.
• Ability to work onsite in a prison setting.
• Knowledge or ability to learn about risk reduction modalities in the offender population.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

REGULARLY REQUIRED

Use of a computer, to sit, use hands, use tools or controls, and talk or hear.

OCCASIONALLY REQUIRED

to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch and lift and/or move up to 10 pounds

COMPETENCIES

• Practice positive role modeling.
• Promote self-help, mutual help and the importance of a positive recovery environment.
• Promote choice and empowerment.
• Understand social learning versus didactic learning.
• Demonstrate appropriate boundaries between self and individuals involved in corrections.
• Understand Motivational Interviewing.
• Utilize gender-responsive and inclusive practices.
• Facilitate curriculum group process.
• Maintain accurate, timely records To perform this position successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Job Types:

Part-time, Contract Pay:

$2,400.00 - $2,700.00 per month

Work Location:

In person