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Iowa Department of Administrative Services Treatment Program Supervisor in Cherokee, Iowa
Treatment Program Supervisor
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Treatment Program Supervisor
Salary
$54,121.60 - $82,035.20 Annually
Location
Cherokee - 51012 - Cherokee County, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
24-04221
Agency
406 Health & Human Services - Civil Commitment Unit - Cherokee
Opening Date
06/12/2024
Closing Date
6/26/2024 11:59 PM Central
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Point of Contact
Matthew Boothby, mboothb@dhs.state.ia.us
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Job Description
The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking a Treatment Program Supervisor to join the team at the Civil Commitment Unit for Sex Offenders (CCUSO). This is a full-time position with HHS offering a Wednesday-Saturday, 12pm-10pm schedule with Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday as scheduled days off and opportunity for advancement, growth, and development.
The Treatment Program Supervisor (TPS) supervises and evaluates the work of Psychiatric Security Specialists (PSS) on an assigned shift. The TPS serves as a member of the management team and performs a full range of personnel actions including but not limited to coaching, counseling, evaluating, and disciplining assigned staff, applicant interviews, documentation of staff performance of assigned duties, scheduling, policy development and implementation, and implementation of individualized interventions for patients in accordance with treatment plans established by the Treatment Team. This position regularly attends, participates in, and provides input for treatment team meetings, weekly supervisory meetings, staff development meetings, and patient review meetings. The TPS conducts daily shift meetings with PSS staff, documenting each meeting immediately and accurately, regarding patient management and supervisory directives. The TPS processes and reviews time sheets of PSS staff on assigned shift, approves leave time for PSS staff, monitors attendance and promptness and ensure that staff work assigned hours.
CCUSO provides a secure, long-term, and highly structured setting to treat sexual offenders who have served their prison terms, but, in a separate civil trial, have been found likely to reoffend. The facility provides state-of-the-art treatment to patients to lower their risk of re-offending and to release them from confinement as quickly as possible. There is a full range of diagnostic, treatment, and rehabilitative services focused on addressing the conditions impacting a patient’s likelihood of re-offending.
We have a great total compensation package, including:
Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS) (Employee contributes 6.29%/State of Iowa contributes 9.44%)
Retirement Investors Club (RIC) (Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan) (State of Iowa matches up to $75/month)
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance (See below for additional information)
Vacation Leave (96 hours/year to begin, and increases with years of service)
Sick Leave (144 hours/year)
Paid Holidays (9 days/year)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance ($20,000 paid for by the State of Iowa)
Long-Term Disability Insurance
For additional information on benefits click here (https://das.iowa.gov/media/3766/download?inline=) .
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Cherokee Highlights
CCUSO is located in Cherokee, a city of approximately 5,000 set in the beautiful Little Sioux River Valley in Northwest Iowa. Residents enjoy fishing and canoeing on the Little Sioux River which winds through town providing a backdrop to a well-developed parks and trails system. In addition, Cherokee has over 1,000 acres of land devoted to parks and outdoor activities like camping, hiking, and horseback riding. Cherokee is the home of the first accredited museum and planetarium in Iowa, Sandford Museum and Planetarium, established in 1951. Cherokee may be the smallest town in the world to have its own symphony orchestra! This 60-member orchestra has been referred to as the “best kept secret in Northwest Iowa.”
Cherokee is home to Western Iowa Tech Community College and 1 hour or less from other educational institutions including Morningside College, Northwestern College, Buena Vista University, and Dordt College. This quintessential Iowa town is 1 hour from Sioux City and 2 hours from Omaha. Check out these 10 Reasons to Move to Iowa (https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/iowa/10-reasons-move-to-ia/) .
The State of Iowa is an EEO/AA Employer
HHS values those with “lived experience” and encourages adults who were fostered as youth, foster parents, and/or parents who were in the DHS system to apply. Minorities, women, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply (Hearing and Speech Impaired – Relay Iowa 1-800-735-2942 TDD).
Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Graduation from an accredited college or university andexperience equal to eighteen months of full-time,professional employment*working with the intellectually disabled, mentally ill, elderly, physically ill, persons with a disability, delinquents, or civilly or criminally adjudicated adults;
OR
experience providing care and treatment or security for patients or inmates may be substituted for the education and experience in the above clause at the rate of twelve months of full-time experience for 30 semester hours of education with a maximum total substitution of five and one-half years.
For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClassDescriptions/TreatmentProgramSupervisor-03230.pdf)
Additional Qualification Requirements
Designated positions in this job class require applicants to obtain the required Commercial Drivers License and endorsements within a period of time as determined by the appointing authority at the time of hire.
- For purposes of qualifying, "professional employment" shall be exemplified by having responsibility for assessment and diagnosis of client problems and needs, developing a plan of treatment, evaluating client progress toward meeting treatment goals, modifying treatment objectives, etc. Work at this level usually requires a prerequisite four or more years of post high school educational training in the behavioral, social, or health sciences. Examples of experience at this level includes but is not limited to Social Worker, Registered Nurse, and Occupational Therapist
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Health and Wellness:
Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.
Retirement Planning:
We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) .
Paid Time Off:
Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.
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Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.
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We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.
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Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.
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Agency
406 Health & Human Services - Civil Commitment Unit - Cherokee
Address
1251 W Cedar Loop
Cherokee, Iowa, 51012
Website
http://dhs.iowa.gov/mhds/mental/in-patient/ccuso
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