Security Counselor

Job Class: Security Counselor

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 05/31/2024

• Closing Date : 10/28/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Human Services

• Division/Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / MSOP Security Svcs / MSOP ML SC Probation

• Work Shift : Varies

• Work Hours : Varies

• Days of Work : Varies

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $25.32 - $32.39 /hourly

• Classified Status : (enter Classified or Unclassified)

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 204 - Health Care Non Professional / AFSCME

• Work Area : MSOP Moose Lake

• Telework Eligible : No

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (~~~/) : Yes

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment.

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

Applicants may be eligible for a hiring bonus of up to $2,500!

Full-Time and Part-Time positions available!

This is an opportunity to be part of an organization that is committed to our staff, clients, and the community. The Minnesota Sex Offender Program serves people who are court ordered to receive sex offender treatment via the civil commitment process. Program staff provide comprehensive services including therapy, education programming, therapeutic recreation, vocational programming and volunteer services, health and wellness to clients in a therapeutic environment where safety and security are at the forefront of all campus activities.

Security Counselors provide supervision to clients who are civilly committed to the Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP). In this role, the Security Counselor utilizes a team approach to ensure a safe, secure and therapeutic environment in which the clients work towards successful community reintegration. Working in this environment may present a variety of unique and unforeseen situations which require the Security Counselor to respond in a calm manner that de-escalates and prevents potentially dangerous situations.

Job duties and responsibilities for the Security Counselor position includes

• To ensure safety, security, and control is maintained within the facility through consistent and systematic application of established policies/procedures.

• To provide and ensure consistent, fair and humane treatment of clients during the course of daily activities.

• To provide and receive information in an accurate, timely and dependable manner.

• To be competent in the use of security, electrical, mechanical, electronic, and all other equipment associated with the position.

• To be prepared for and respond to any unusual or emergency situations.

• To act in a professional manner and set a good example both on and off the job.

• To use time wisely and to the benefit of the facility.

• To be knowledgeable of and support facility post orders, operating guidelines, instructions, security procedures, and division directives that apply to the duties assigned and to enhance operational methods.

Note: This announcement will be used to fill multiple permanent, full-time, part-time, and/or intermittent (on-call), Security Counselor vacancies within the Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP) in Moose Lake. The shifts may be day, evening, or overnight.

Why Work For MSOP

You owe it to yourself to check out this exciting and rewarding career at MSOP with Direct Care and Treatment, the behavioral health care system operated by the Department of Human Services.

Led by seasoned and respected professionals, MSOP is a comprehensive sex offense specific treatment program in a modified therapeutic community in a secure setting. MSOP is committed to the professional growth of staff and applying current best practices to assist our clients in making meaningful change. MSOP, while rooted in public safety, is focused on the capacity to clients to change and ultimately be reintegrated into the community when risk to the public is sufficiently reduced.

Working for the Minnesota Department of Human Services Direct Care & Treatment division PAYS!

In addition to a rewarding career in which you will be positively impacting the lives of Minnesota's most vulnerable residents, we provide competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. This includes a competitive hourly wage, affordable insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off and more!

When you start a career with us, you may also be eligible for:

• Up to $2,500 Hiring Bonus*

• Annual pay increases

• Corrections Early Retirement Program

• C urrent State of Minnesota employees are not eligible for a Hiring Bonus

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify applicants must have

A High School diploma or GED and be at least 18 years of age and least ONE of the following in order to qualify for further consideration:

• One or more years of full-time work experience in ANY field; OR

• Two or more years of part-time work experience in ANY field.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of volunteer/work experience which demonstrates skills in human relations capacity sufficient to assist in the resolution of disputes; provide ongoing support and direction to clients and facilitate living, social, and leisure activities.

• Ability to implement treatment strategies, and recognize and report sudden behavioral and physical changes to appropriate staff OR training in therapeutic intervention and behavior management.

• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that you clearly describe your experience in the areas listed above.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at ~~~ or email ~~~ . Please indicate what assistance is needed.