What are the responsibilities and job description for the Stablization Specialist (17 positions) position at Marion County, OR?
Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is looking for dedicated individuals to join our Community Corrections Division as Stabilization Specialists. This is an excellent opportunity for both entry-level and experienced candidates to make a meaningful impact by supporting clients in their transition and rehabilitation. Stabilization Specialists will conduct assessments on residents and make referrals to provide services to assist in residents’ rehabilitation all while maintaining a safe, secure, and supportive facility. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, service-driven, and thrives in a team environment.
This position is represented by the Marion County Employees Association. In addition to the salary range listed above, Stabilization Specialists with the Sheriff’s Office receive a generous benefit package including:
- Medical and dental insurance with generous employer contribution
- PERS & OPSRP Retirement (Marion County pays employee's 6% contribution)
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 10 paid holidays per year
- 2 paid personal holidays per year
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employer provided Group Term Life Insurance
- Employer provided Long Term Disability Plan
- Voluntary Term Life Insurance
- Voluntary Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan
As a member of our team, Stabilization Specialists typically work in a twenty-four (24) hour, seven (7) days a week facility which may require working day, swing and night shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime. These are full-time, non-exempt positions.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Stabilization Specialists provide life skills training, case management, and program support to pretrial, boarders, sentenced, or sanctioned adult residents in a 24-hour minimum-security residential facility. Coordinate and oversee the daily activities of residents and ensure adherence to facility regulations or procedures by providing information and assistance.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the General Supervision of a Sergeant or designee who provides continual or individual assignments; describes tasks, deadlines, and priorities; and gives specific instructions for new, complex, or unusual assignments. The employee uses initiative in conducting recurring assignments. The supervisor ensures the work is technically accurate and complies with instructions or established procedures.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Supervision is not a primary responsibility of this classification; however, lead worker duties are a part of this classification. An appointing authority may assign duties as described in the Marion County Personnel Rules without additional compensation to the incumbent.
Typical Duties - Duties include, but are not limited to the following
- Conducts interviews with residents to obtain information and provide assessments, services, or referrals; responds to resident requests for information or services. Conduct criminogenic risk & need assessments, with corresponding case plans. Verbally provides instructions and orders to residents face-to-face and over the intercom for the safe, secure, and orderly operation of the Stabilization Center.
- Prepares records, correspondence, reports, and recommendations associated with program responsibility; maintains detailed notes and records on case actions and/or program activities; analyzes and interprets documents and records; determines appropriate action or refers to professional staff; develops materials to aid resident's understanding of program resources. Utilize various information systems, such as Microsoft Office suite, RMS/JMS, OECI, ISIS, LEDS, and the MCSO Intranet and Internet.
- Works in a twenty-four (24) hour, seven (7) days a week facility which may require working day, swing and night shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime. Attends and participates in facility and unit briefings, meetings, and training. Remains constantly alert and observant the entire shift. Operates fire-fighting equipment in the suppression of institutional fires. Monitors audio traffic on the radios, telephones, and intercommunication systems. Monitors auditory and visual emergency alarm systems. Uses audio-visual surveillance equipment to monitor movement within the Stabilization Center.
- Maintains security, sanitation, health, and medical standards by supervising adult residents within the Stabilization Center. Conducts visual resident welfare checks and counts, as well as equipment and facility structural inspections. Conducts tactile-clothed and visual-unclothed searches of adult residents to discover contraband, and to ensure resident welfare while housed at the Stabilization Center.
- Conducts area searches to detect contraband or deficiencies in the security systems or physical structure of the Stabilization Center. Responds to and assist other staff in managing a variety of emergency situations. Uses approved facility restraints in the control of incarcerated residents when necessary.
- Adheres to, implements, and enforces job-related rules, policies, procedures, and post orders in a manner that promotes the safe, secure, and orderly operation of the Stabilization Center. Investigate unusual problems and recommend appropriate action to Stabilization Center management. Ensures due process rights of residents in disciplinary matters and that resident's rights to the legal system are maintained. Appears in Court as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements for the Position
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
- Two years of college coursework in psychology, sociology, criminal justice, or a closely related field; AND
- Two years of experience working with justice-involved clients or clients in a treatment or corrections environment; OR
- Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.
- Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/.
- The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check, including finger printing; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
- This is a Safety Sensitive/Special Needs position. Must pass a post offer drug screen, including testing for marijuana. The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy #518 is located at: https://www.co.marion.or.us/BOC/Pages/policies.aspx
- Final candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a physical examination by a county-appointed medical doctor.
- Must successfully complete training established by the Sheriff's Office or DPSST.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of related community resources, services, and programs; modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment; practices of delivering a service or program to the public and populations served; vocational testing systems; operations, functions, policies, and procedures associated with the department or program area; procedures and resources available to handle new, unusual or different situations.
Skills and ability to assist professional level positions in the technical aspects of the work; work with the public and deliver a service or program; convey the purposes and services of a program to the user population; handle unusual situations and discern when a supervisor is needed; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; execute clear and concise verbal and written communication with individuals from various social and economic backgrounds; be flexible and adapt to changing priorities; to deescalate aggressive or violent behavior.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS
Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.
VISA SPONSORSHIP
Marion County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Marion County is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE
Applicants are eligible to use Veterans’ Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235 and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS’ PREFERENCE
- One of the following:
- MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR
- Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR
- Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.
- In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
- A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR
- Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.
You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/
Marion County is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.
