Community Corrections Specialist I

Join Washington County's Community Corrections Center as a variable hour Community Correction Specialist I! Both bilingual and non-bilingual individuals are encouraged to apply. This position offers a flexible schedule and is a perfect way to gain experience working in the Community Corrections field! Individuals in this position can work up to 20 hours a week (must be at least 21 years of age). 

Washington County's Community Corrections Center is a 24-hour, 7-days per week minimum security facility. This 215-bed facility provides justice involved adults with a structured living environment, while focusing on accountability, employment, and skill-building. As a Community Corrections Specialist I, your responsibilities include monitoring the daily activities of justice involved adults (residents); maintaining security; coordinating the activities of residents; and making certain residents follow the facility regulations or procedures as well as interact with residents by providing information and assistance. This position works within a facility operating 24 hour per day, 7 days per week.  

This position is at-will and will accrue sick time; however, this position is not eligible for medical, dental, or vision benefits. 

Ideal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): 

Behavior and adjustment problems of adult offenders; Counseling techniques used to encourage behavioral change and appropriate life decisions; Structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar; Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems; Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, residents, or the public from diverse groups and backgrounds; Effectively communicate with persons of varying socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds; Make immediate decisions when dealing with crisis situations; Maintain composure, keep emotions in check, control anger, and avoid aggressive behavior even in very difficult situations. 

Shift Differential 
Employees working 6:00am – 4:30pm (Day Shift) receive base pay; employees working 2:00pm – 12:30am (Swing Shift) receive one dollar ($1.00) per hour shift differential; employees working 10:00pm – 8:30am (Night Shift) receive one dollar and fifty cents ($1.50) shift differential per hour. 

How Scheduling Works 

• Each month, by the 10th, you will give your availability for the following month. 

• There are three (3) shifts available, each 6 –10 hours long in length (day, swing, night). 

• You will provide at least 10 shifts you are available to work the following month. This could be a combination of day, swing, and night shifts. 

*All on-call staff must be available to work two (2) night shifts per month.  

Minimum Qualifications  

To review the complete classification, including the full list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) associated with this position, use this link: Community Corrections Specialist.  

Education and Experience: 

• One (1) year of college coursework. Education must include some coursework in correctional studies, the social and behavioral sciences, or a related field to be qualifying; OR 

• One (1) year of experience in a correctional or residential treatment facility for juvenile or adult offenders. 

Additional Requirements 

• Must pass a comprehensive background investigation. 

• Must be able to pass a post-offer psychological assessment prior to appointment. 

• Work varied shifts, including weekends, evenings, nights, and holidays. 

• Be at least 21 years of age. 

• Possess a valid Oregon State Class C driver's license and acceptable driving record per Washington County policy. 

• Obtain and maintain first aid/AED/CPR certification. 

• Must be able to pass a post-offer physical abilities assessment prior to appointment. 

• For more information on the physical requirements, please visit the Job Task Analysis.