CDOC (Social Worker /Counselor III) Sex Offender Treatment Provider - (CANON CIT
Colorado Department of Corrections, Cañon City, CO, United States
Department Information
Colorado Department of Corrections Mission
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and build greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient.
Benefits
Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system;
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans. Correctional Officers I‑IV qualify as "Safety Officers" and are eligible for increased PERA benefits;
Medical and dental health plans;
Short and long term disability coverage;
Paid life insurance;
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave;
Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more;
Visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits for more information.
Location
Canon City, CO at the Colorado Territorial Correctional Facility.
Who May Apply
A residency waiver has been granted for this announcement. Applications will be considered from residents and non‑residents of Colorado. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed below to include licensure through the State of Colorado.
Description of Job
Sex Offender Treatment Provider
This position provides intensive sex offender treatment within the CDOC's Sex Offender Treatment & Monitoring Program (SOTMP), including development, implementation and modification of individual treatment plans.
Responsibilities
Ensure SOTMP complies with the Colorado Sex Offender Management Board (SOMB) standards and guidelines.
Conduct and prepare psycho‑sexual evaluations for use by community corrections, Parole Board and treatment providers in the community.
Prepare parole board assessments to assist the parole board in making release decisions. Participate in support education meetings on a periodic basis.
Participate in the Standardized training workshop for the Correctional system regarding the Dynamics of Sex Offenders.
Provide crisis intervention and consultation to correctional staff concerning high‑risk behaviors of sex offenders in the institution.
Review records and interview inmates to assess sexual violence level, treatment needs, and treatment amenability.
Develop individual treatment plans and goals.
Regularly review and modify treatment plans to reflect individual progress or lack thereof for inmates in the treatment program.
Provide intensive treatment to sex offenders by conducting group therapy based on Risk‑Need‑Receptivity (RNR) and supplemental individual therapy, status reviews, homework assignment reviews and feedback, and evaluations.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (CSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Psychologist, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) with a current, valid license from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies.
One (1) year of licensed or license candidacy experience with the mental health and/or sex offender population, and current valid licensure from the State of Colorado (e.g., LSWS, LPCC, SWC, or MFTC).
Special Qualifications
Clinicians providing sex offender treatment are required to apply with the SOMB within 30 days of hire.
Required Competencies
Self‑control and the ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations.
Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observational throughout the shift.
Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high‑stakes interaction.
Must possess and maintain a valid license from the State of Colorado as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
Knowledge of and ability to conduct crisis assessment and counseling utilizing therapist manuals and protocols and agency/facility security policies.
Ability to effectively interact with offenders.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to read and comprehend English and communicate fluently in written and spoken English.
Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Mental health counseling with the inmate population and crisis intervention experience.
Experience conducting suicide risk assessments.
Listing with the SOMB as a Sex Offender Treatment Provider.
Experience working as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
Contact Information
For any questions regarding this announcement, contact Stacey Hibpshman at stacey.hibpshman@state.co.us or 719‑723‑3973.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Colorado Department of Corrections is an equal opportunity employer. The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. We provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status in accordance with applicable law. The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. We strongly encourage protected classes to apply.
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Colorado Department of Corrections Mission
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and build greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient.
Benefits
Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system;
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans. Correctional Officers I‑IV qualify as "Safety Officers" and are eligible for increased PERA benefits;
Medical and dental health plans;
Short and long term disability coverage;
Paid life insurance;
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave;
Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more;
Visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits for more information.
Location
Canon City, CO at the Colorado Territorial Correctional Facility.
Who May Apply
A residency waiver has been granted for this announcement. Applications will be considered from residents and non‑residents of Colorado. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed below to include licensure through the State of Colorado.
Description of Job
Sex Offender Treatment Provider
This position provides intensive sex offender treatment within the CDOC's Sex Offender Treatment & Monitoring Program (SOTMP), including development, implementation and modification of individual treatment plans.
Responsibilities
Ensure SOTMP complies with the Colorado Sex Offender Management Board (SOMB) standards and guidelines.
Conduct and prepare psycho‑sexual evaluations for use by community corrections, Parole Board and treatment providers in the community.
Prepare parole board assessments to assist the parole board in making release decisions. Participate in support education meetings on a periodic basis.
Participate in the Standardized training workshop for the Correctional system regarding the Dynamics of Sex Offenders.
Provide crisis intervention and consultation to correctional staff concerning high‑risk behaviors of sex offenders in the institution.
Review records and interview inmates to assess sexual violence level, treatment needs, and treatment amenability.
Develop individual treatment plans and goals.
Regularly review and modify treatment plans to reflect individual progress or lack thereof for inmates in the treatment program.
Provide intensive treatment to sex offenders by conducting group therapy based on Risk‑Need‑Receptivity (RNR) and supplemental individual therapy, status reviews, homework assignment reviews and feedback, and evaluations.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (CSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Psychologist, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) with a current, valid license from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies.
One (1) year of licensed or license candidacy experience with the mental health and/or sex offender population, and current valid licensure from the State of Colorado (e.g., LSWS, LPCC, SWC, or MFTC).
Special Qualifications
Clinicians providing sex offender treatment are required to apply with the SOMB within 30 days of hire.
Required Competencies
Self‑control and the ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations.
Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observational throughout the shift.
Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high‑stakes interaction.
Must possess and maintain a valid license from the State of Colorado as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
Knowledge of and ability to conduct crisis assessment and counseling utilizing therapist manuals and protocols and agency/facility security policies.
Ability to effectively interact with offenders.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to read and comprehend English and communicate fluently in written and spoken English.
Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Mental health counseling with the inmate population and crisis intervention experience.
Experience conducting suicide risk assessments.
Listing with the SOMB as a Sex Offender Treatment Provider.
Experience working as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
Contact Information
For any questions regarding this announcement, contact Stacey Hibpshman at stacey.hibpshman@state.co.us or 719‑723‑3973.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Colorado Department of Corrections is an equal opportunity employer. The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. We provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status in accordance with applicable law. The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. We strongly encourage protected classes to apply.
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