Intervention Specialist

City of New YorkNew York, NY, US

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Overview

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The New York City Department of Correction (DOC) is an integral part of the City's evolving criminal justice system, participating in reform initiatives and strategies aimed to move the City towards a smaller jail system without compromising public safety. The DOC operates facilities and court commands across the five boroughs with more than 7,500 professionals and experts. DOC seeks to recruit Intervention Specialists assigned to the Counseling Services Unit. Under the direction of the Director of Interventions and Special Populations, the Intervention Specialist will manage serious behavioral issues through meaningful behavioral and family interventions and will assist with behavior modification programming for individuals in custody in various custody levels, including restrictive housing settings and general population. The individuals served include all genders, and both adult and emergent adult (18-21) populations.

Responsibilities

Daily interaction with individuals in custody for extended periods of time
Implementation of rehabilitative and behavioral modification programs and services
Conduct interviews with people in custody to gain knowledge of family history and support
Coordinate and facilitate family interventions inside correctional facilities
Conduct outreach to family members, community programs, and other stakeholders to support positive behavioral change for individuals in custody
Coordinate and facilitate behavioral interventions with multidisciplinary teams after serious acts of violence are committed
Encourage individuals to have positive interactions, behaviors, attitudes, ethics and morals
Prepare reports and document interactions, complete progress notes, and create behavioral contracts
Attend training sessions, workshops, and staff meetings to improve knowledge and skills
Work in a multidisciplinary team with uniformed correctional staff and providers to achieve rehabilitative program goals
Assist with deescalating conflicts and managing non-compliance with program rules
Respond alongside uniformed correctional staff to manage incidents in designated housing areas to ensure safety and security
Perform related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community-centered activities related to the duties described above; or

High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community-centered activities related to the duties described above; or

Education and / or experience equivalent to the above options, with at least one year of the specified experience

Preferred Skills

Experience working directly with juveniles (ages 10-18), emerging adults (18-21), or adults in group, community, educational, or institutional settings

Knowledge of the criminal justice system and experience working with justice-involved populations

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of correctional staff

Ability to exercise independent judgment and prepare written reports and documents

Knowledge of human development, counseling techniques, behavior modification and intervention techniques

Ability to mentor and provide positive interaction, guidance and leadership to people in custody

Excellent writing, communication, interpersonal, analytical, research, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Salary : $62,868.00 – $72,298.00

Additional Information

Community Coordinator - 56058

Residency Requirement : New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment; see agency for exceptions

Public Service Loan Forgiveness information available at studentaid.gov / pslf /

EOE statement : The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer

Job Function

Health Care Provider

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Government Administration

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Intervention Specialist • New York, NY, US