Community Corrections Officer

This is a professional Corrections position that is primarily responsible for the assessment and supervision of pretrial or probation defendants. This position is also responsible for providing required information to the Courts in a timely manner. This position requires good communication, conflict management and problem-solving, time management, initiative and accountability, professionalism, integrity, and good judgment. Assigned duties require attention to detail, and effective oral and written communication skills.

Work is performed under the general supervision of a supervisor or designee. Performance is evaluated on accuracy, efficiency, and achievement of desired results.

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

• Provides professional case management and supervision to pretrial or probation defendants, ensuring protection and security to the community; monitors the status of defendant compliance with court ordered terms and conditions.
• Completes risk/needs assessments on all defendants for caseload assignment and to evaluate and identify defendants’ needs; connects defendants with community resources and referrals; embraces evidence-based practices and reentry and rehabilitative initiatives
• Administers risk assessments to evaluate the risk of reoffending and flight and to assign appropriate supervision level.
• Employs motivational interviewing skills during interviews, assessments, and face-to-face contacts.
• Conducts initial intake orientations as necessary.
• Documents each defendant’s progress or lack thereof in completing program requirements and follows established local procedures for dealing with noncompliance violations and serious incidents.
• Verifies background information provided by the defendant, including residence, employment, and criminal histories.
• Complies when applicable state and federal requirements for privacy, confidentiality, security, collection, storage and dissemination of criminal history, correctional status, substance abuse and medical history information.
• Maintains computer case files and record keeping systems according to County requirements.
• Prepares court reports and testifies in court proceedings regarding the status of defendants.
• Refers defendants to appropriate agencies for services as needed and monitors participation in same.
• Participates in staff meetings and attends relevant trainings.
• Conducts intake interviews and record checks on all defendants placed on pretrial or probation.
• Conducts urinalysis screenings, when necessary.
• Notifies the Court in a timely manner of any new law violations or non-compliance issues.
• Adapts, modifies, practices and changes behaviors to incorporate evidence-based practices (EBP) and best practices as they are implemented within the agency.
• Conducts office, home, and field visits to defendant’s homes to verify residency and ensure public safety through compliance with court ordered conditions.
• Attends and participates in court hearings.
• Documents and maintains records of all contacts with defendants, including phone calls, emails, office and/or field visits, mail-in reports, etc.
• Instructs defendants on court dates, issue travel permits and complete all updates to the database regarding a defendant’s status or personal information.
• Provides referral information (e.g. vocational, educational, and social services).
• Provides crises intervention when needed.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with attorneys, judges, law enforcement agencies, etc.
• Enters defendant data in the computer system and review all information to ensure all information is complete and accurate.
• Maintains complete files on all open and closed cases and ensure the accuracy of all documents.
• Assists in the development and delivery of targeted programing for offenders/inmates.
• Serves as a liaison with all segments of the…