DEPARTMENT OF JUVENILE CORRECTIONS

Adobe Mountain School

 2800 West Pinnacle Peak Road

Phoenix, Arizona 85027

Salary: $36,779.00-$51,394.00 

  *Salary dependent upon experience*

Grade: 19

Closing Date: 10/15/2024

The Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections is seeking a Criminogenic Programming Specialist (Official Title: Program Project Specialist 2) who will be working under the direction of the Youth Program Supervisor, responsible for planning and executing training activities for staff who work directly with youth. This includes using the "train the trainer" model to ensure that staff are well-versed in various therapeutic programs such as ART (Aggression Replacement Training), DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), and the 7 Challenges. Serve as the subject matter expert, this position will provide specialized knowledge and guidance on these therapeutic models and any other programs that may be developed or vetted for the youth population. This role includes overseeing the implementation of these programs to ensure they are delivered with fidelity. This means monitoring the success of the programs being executed and making sure adherence to the intended protocols. This position will ensure that opportunities for growth & development are ongoing and assist in the development of continuous case planning for Youth Program Officers, ensuring that the planning process is effective and tailored to the needs of the youth. This position will be involved in evaluating the effectiveness of current programs and exploring new opportunities to enhance the services provided to the youth.

-Identify the specific training needs of the staff based on their current skills, knowledge gaps, and requirements of the programs
-Conduct surveys, interviews, or focus groups with staff and supervisors to gather insights
-Review program goals and staff performance metrics
-Present the training content in a manner that is engaging, informative, and applicable to the staff's daily responsibilities.
-Use a variety of instructional methods such as lectures, demonstrations, role-playing, and group discussions
-Incorporate case studies, simulations and hands-on activities to enhance understanding and retention
-Tailor the delivery style to accommodate different learning preferences and ensure that the material is relevant to the specific roles of the participants
-Ensure that staff can effectively apply the training content to their work with youth; provide feedback and support to reinforce skills
-Assess the effectiveness of the training and gather feedback for continuous improvement
-Use quizzes, surveys, and practical evaluations to measure learning outcomes and effectiveness. Solicit feedback from participants on the training     content, delivery and applicability
-Analyze the feedback to identify areas for improvement; provide continued support to ensure that the training is effectively applied and that staff have access to additional resources as needed.
-Offer one-on-one or group coaching sessions, fidelity checks to address any challenges or questions that arise after training. Provide access to additional materials, refresher courses, and support networks
-Maintain accurate records of training activities and outcomes to ensure accountability and facilitate future planning
-Document training sessions, attendance, and participant progress. Prepare reports on training effectiveness, staff development, and program implementation to share with stakeholders
-Work with Youth Program Officers to teach and train case plans in collaboration with the youth, their families, and relevant stakeholders; ensure that case plans are individualized and address the specific needs, goals, and circumstances of each youth
-Facilitate random review to assess the progress of case plans, making necessary adjustments to address changing needs or new information
-Offer support to YPO on best practices in case planning, including goal setting, promote standardized procedures and tools for case planning to ensure consistency and effectiveness
-Perform other duties as assigned

A bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field focusing on criminogenic needs and risk assessment. Minimum of 2 years of direct experience working with criminogenic programming or evidence-based rehabilitation programs targeting offender behavior and recidivism reduction. Certification or training in risk assessment tools (e.g. DBT; 7 Challenges; ART) or cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, or trauma-informed care. Proven experience in developing, managing, and evaluating offender rehabilitation programs, with an emphasis on reducing recidivism and addressing criminogenic needs.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function on the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license records checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked or suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.010).

All newly hires State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify)

Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a comprehensive background investigation.

Current State of Arizona employees: In order to be considered for this position, it requires acceptable performance history as demonstrated by not have been issued a letter of suspension or have been involuntarily demoted within one year preceding this job posting close date, and have an overall rating of “meets expectations” or higher on the most recent employee performance evaluation.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
Affordable medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability plans
Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
Deferred Compensation Program
Wellness Plans
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

This position participates in the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP).

CORP Tier 3 is a Defined Contribution, 401 (a) retirement plan

• Employer matches contributions

• Contributions are made on a pre-taxed basis

• Employees can choose investments that suit their goals and risk tolerance

• Employees are fully vested after 3 years of service

Attention current State of Arizona employees:  Please contact our Human Resources Office at employment@azdjc.gov if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602)542-9251. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.