State of South Dakota · 11 hours ago
Resource Coordinator
Sioux Falls, SD
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$25.06/hr - $31.31/hrThe State of South Dakota's Department of Corrections is seeking a Resource Coordinator to assist the offender population with reentry efforts, particularly focusing on behavioral health services. The role involves working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to prepare offenders for life after prison, coordinating appointments, and maintaining accurate documentation.
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Responsibilities
Serves as part of a multi-disciplinary reentry team, focusing on behavioral health topics that may pertain to the offender’s release from prison
Accesses and utilizes different management systems and offender information databases in order to help offenders plan for life after prison
Prepares and provides necessary information and documentation for receiving units, facilities, or agencies
Communicates with representatives of community agencies in order to set up bed dates and appointments for offenders
Documents electronically in an accurate and timely manner to contribute to our system of comprehensive offender behavioral health records
Utilizes telehealth capabilities to work directly with multidisciplinary correctional staff and offenders; (please note that this is primarily a desk job, but that intermittent travel may be required)
Communicates and responds to reentry related complaints, problems, and concerns
Responsible for maintaining standards of the program or work unit through compliance with all applicable professional, departmental, organizational and unit standards
Promotes and is accountable for the safety and security of the clinical and correctional environment through conscientious observations, and sensitive item contraband control (when working within correctional facilities)
Qualification
Required
ability to communicate with offenders and staff regarding the topic of behavioral health care
ability to interpret and apply clinical documentation
ability to work independently, but collaborate effectively with the larger reentry team
excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across facility programs and with external stakeholders
excellent verbal and written communication skills
ability to work with a diverse population of offenders
strong organizing, planning and prioritizing skills
keen ability to multi-task and demonstrate flexibility
ability to be creative when faced with obstacles and barriers
ability to read and comprehend the English language
ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing
ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind
Individuals selected for the position will have the opportunity to carry Oleoresin Capsicum (OC/pepper spray) if desired
Individuals selected for the position must successfully complete a written and practical self-defense exam and successfully complete CPR to AHA guidelines
Selected individuals must possess the physical ability to successfully complete the practical self-defense exam, which involves the following: lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist; stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled take down; use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows; withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows; rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic; get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions
TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire
Preferred
a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a behavioral health concentration or human services equivalent
experience working with corrections-involved clients
experience working with people who have behavioral health needs
an intimate knowledge and understanding of available community resources and evidence-based practices
Benefits
$0 premium employee health insurance option
Eleven paid holidays
Generous vacation and sick leave accrual
Dental
Vision
Other insurance options
Retirement benefits
Company
State of South Dakota
Governor Larry Rhoden’s goal is to create a culture in state government centered around servant leadership, civility, openness, and responsiveness.
Founded in 1889
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Pat Snow
Chief Technology Officer
Jason Simmons
Chief Financial Officer - Department of Social Services
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