Corrections Specialist 4 -SOTAP

Description CS4 - Sex Offense Treatment and Assessment Program Therapist Spokane, WA area Salary Range: $5,830 –$7,840 Monthly *Please Note: COVID Vaccine requirement for DOC employment NO LONGER REQUIRED* The Department of Corrections (DOC) Sex Offender Treatment and Assessment Programs (SOTAP) is committed to providing clients with evidence based, sex offense specific treatment to reduce recidivism and increase public safety.
As a SOTAP therapist, you will use your clinical skills to improve the lives of previously incarcerated individuals and assist them with lowering their risk.
Those who are looking to expand their clinical skills, learn more about the risk and responsivity model and those who enjoy working autonomously will thrive in this position.
Department of Corrections (DOC), as a partner in the criminal justice system, enhances public safety, administers criminal sanctions and programs in accordance with the law and provides leadership for the future of corrections in Washington State.
Whether the work is inside a prison, in community corrections, or in an administrative office, the Washington State Department of Corrections professional staff experience a high degree of personal satisfaction knowing they are creating environments in which all offenders can learn to make choices that contribute to a safer society.
Application assessment will be ongoing, and the hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process.
It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible.
"This recruitment could be used to fill multiple permanent or non-permanent positions" Duties Assesses client treatment needs and risk in order to provide evidence-based sex offender treatment to adult men and women (both individual and group).
Facilitates behavioral change in clients, presents client information to committees related to offender planning, risk management issues and transition.
Completes documentation to include agency approved risk assessment, initial treatment plans, group and individual progress notes and a comprehensive treatment summary for external distribution.
Additionally, some clients may require treatment summary addendums and/or additional documentation.
Meets with client support persons and outside stakeholders to educate and answer questions.
Conduct individual client sessions and facilitate group sessions.
Complete all required documentation timely and completely.
Complete STATIC-99/STABLE-2007/ACUTE-2007 risk assessments.
Make contact with and respond promptly in communication with support persons and stakeholders.
Facilitate Community Transition (CT) class at AHCC and/or TRU.
Participates in team meetings, unit meetings, trainings, and supervision.
Collaborates with Community Corrections Officers and Supervisors on mitigating risk and increasing protective factors.
Works with mental health providers, community members, and external stakeholders regarding specific sex offender risks and transition.
Attend meetings as requested.
Set up and facilitate meetings as necessary.
Travel to Quarterly SOTAP Team meetings.
Share and educate stakeholders regarding releasing offenders and their specific criminogenic needs and dynamic risks.
Work directly with guardian and victim advocates concerning the management of sex offenders.
Serve as an active member in the client transition process by identifying risks and developing supervision strategies.
Provide depositions and testimony as legally required.
Provide education, training and workshops to the Department of Corrections and external agencies.
Meet and collaborate with prison custody staff and supervising staff regarding client transition and release.
Provide testimony when requested via subpoena.
Provide educational opportunities for the Department of Corrections and external sources regarding sex offender transition and treatment.
Facilitate community transition groups in collaboration with prison custody staff, supervision staff, county Sheriffs, housing specialists and other professionals.
Coordinate and facilitate Community Transition groups as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Community Program Clinical Manager.
As assigned.
Qualifications Required qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree in a behavioral science, such as Psychology, Social Work, Counseling Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or foreign equivalent.
AND Two (2) years of demonstrated experience providing individual or group therapy to adult or juvenile offenders, the mentally ill or sex offenders, which includes six (6) months of work experience providing mental health treatment and/or therapy specifically to groups.
NOTE: A Master's degree in a behavioral science, such as Psychology, Social Work, Counseling Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or foreign equivalent, may be substituted for one (1) year of demonstrated experience providing individual or group therapy to adult or juvenile offenders, the mentally ill or sex offenders.
Additional clarification: Work experience in mental health treatment and/or therapy to "groups" is defined as, "group experience where responsibilities have included mental health treatment and/or therapy planning, mental health program implementation and/or direct delivery of client mental health services.
This work experience may also be obtained during master's degree program internships.
" Apply, obtain/maintain Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor registration per RCW 18.
19.
030 within 7 days of hire.
NOTE: Licensing as a Psychologist, Social Worker or Mental Health Counselor may be substituted for the Affiliated Counselor registration.
Each employee is expected to maintain and adhere to the continuing education requirements for the applicable professional credential.
Each employee must adhere to legislation and/or law changes that may affect current licensure and/or registration requirements.
**An agency affiliated counselor may only provide counseling services as part of his or her employment for a recognized agency.
Applicants for an agency affiliated counselor credential who apply within 7 days of employment may provide services within the agency for up to 60 days while the Department of Health processes your application.
Preferred/Desired Qualifications: Master’s Degree in an academic area related to psychology, social work and/or psychotherapy.
Schooled in the delivery of cognitive-behavioral treatment and/or therapy.
Able to communicate effectively to facilitate behavior change and overcome emotional barriers.
Experience using tact and diplomacy to minimize conflicts.
Affable and broad-minded team member, open to learning and personal growth and able to work independently.
Supplemental Information Mission: The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.
Our Vision: Working together for safer communities.
Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.
Our Core Values: Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust.
We foster openness and support courageous conversations.
We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety.
We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
People's safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being.
We honor those who advance safety for all.
Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome.
We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.
IMPORTANT NOTES: Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application.
A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies.
If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.
**Please note: Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.
A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire.
Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting.
Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws.
A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation.
Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs.
Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees.
The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire.
When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required.
Employment is not contingent upon test results.
This position may be represented by a bargaining unit.
Requires respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards.
Refer to WAC 296-842 to learn more.
Must be able to work in spaces, climb stairs, walk long distances, and frequently lift up to 30 pounds.
Under rare circumstances this position may be required to lift or carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 100 pounds.
Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application.
You may request the required evaluation/documentation from www.
wes.
org and www.
aice-eval.
org.
Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.
We are committed to hiring individuals who possess core diversity competencies: Foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace.
Work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Respectfully acknowledge people's differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable.
Promote inclusiveness.
Be culturally sensitive and appropriate.
Respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditions.
What We Offer: As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority.
Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation.
Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include: Salary is based on experience and is determined at the time a final offer of employment is made.
The salary range listed in the job posting includes Steps A-M.
Step M is a longevity step and is typically gained six years after being assigned to Step L in your permanent salary range.
Up to 25 paid vacations days a year 8 hours of paid sick leave per month 12 paid holidays a year Generous retirement plan Flex Spending Accounts Dependent Care Assistance Deferred Compensation and so much more! DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.
For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email kathey.
waggoner@doc1.
wa.
gov or call at (509) 907-7808.
For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.