Job Details

REHABILITATION SPECIALIST, DJC

Posting Begin Date: 2025/09/15

Posting End Date: 2025/09/28

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Nampa, ID, United States

Minimum Salary: 24.95

Maximum Salary: 33.41

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Description

Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

The Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections, JCC-Nampa facility is now hiring for a full-timeRehabilitation Specialist or Rehabilitation Specialist Associate. IDJC is always looking for enthusiastic, caring and compassionate team members to join our efforts to rehabilitate the youth in our care. If you are interested in a challenging and rewarding career where you can make a difference in the lives of youth, consider becoming a Rehabilitation Specialist or Rehabilitation Specialist Associate.

If you feel your education and/or experience may not meet the minimum qualifications for the full working level of the position of Rehabilitation Specialist, check out the minimum qualifications for the underfill of Rehabilitation Specialist Associate where you are trained to meet the minimum requirements of the full working level of Rehabilitation Specialist. You must meet the MQ's for Rehabilitation Specialist or Rehabilitation Specialist Associate level to apply.

Responsibilities:

The Rehabilitation Specialist provides individual and group rehabilitative therapy for delinquent youth assigned to Juvenile Justice Center; develop and implement treatment programs; perform related work.

Duties:

Therapy:

• Instructs youth in peer-counseling methods Guides peer-group interaction to identify and resolve personal, behavioral, and social problems.

• Evaluates peer-group counseling sessions.

• Conducts individual and group therapy.

• Assesses youth treatment progress.

TreatmentPrograms:

• Develops and implements individual and group treatment programs.

• Schedules activities and programs of assigned youth.

• Evaluates treatment data and records.

• Consults with staff regarding youth behavior, special needs, and adjustment problems.

• Explains treatment programs and goals to staff.

• Ensures use of appropriate intervention methods and consistency of staff response to youth behavior.

• Trains cottage staff in therapeutic intervention methods.

• Serves as youth advocate and provides liaison with judicial, community, and family representatives.

• Maintains security and safety of youth.

• Provides input for policies and procedures.

• May provide input for performance evaluation.

Rehabilitation Specialist Minimum Qualifications:(Wage$27.84-$33.41)

• Considerable knowledge of: Group processes and dynamics, and intervention and treatment methods.

• Good knowledge of: Problems and needs of delinquent youth; the juvenile justice system.

• Some knowledge of training methods.

• Experience: conducting and evaluating individual and group problem solving sessions; developing and implementing treatment programs; composing written reports.

• Meet entrance requirements established by the Idaho Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) academy for correction officers including the following:

• Be at least 21 years of age

• Be eligible for and in good standing to obtain a POST certification within 12 months of hire

• Possess a high school diploma, GED or equivalent

• For those that served in the military, must have a discharge indicating honorable, uncharacterized, or general under honorable conditions

• Hold a current and valid driver's license in your state of residence

• Be a U.S. Citizen

• No conviction, withheld judgment, suspicion or imposed conviction of the following: See POST IDAPA Code 11.11.01 for more information. A felony age eighteen (18) years old or older at the time of conviction A misdemeanor DUI within the last 2 years or had 2 or more misdemeanor DUI within the last 2 years or had 2 or more misdemeanor DUI offenses within 5 years immediately preceding application. A misdemeanor crime involving domestic violence within the last 5 years preceding this application. A misdemeanor crime of deceit or a misdemeanor sex offense within the last 5 years preceding this application. A misdemeanor drug-related offense within one (1) year immediately preceding this application.

• No purchase, possession or use of marijuana, cannabis, hashish, hash oil, or THC in synthetic and natural forms marijuana within one (1) year immediately preceding job application.

• Willingness to: deal with violence, harassment, threats, verbal abuse; break up fights, control disturbances, and physically restrain offenders; perform searches for contraband and weapons; work alone unarmed among unrestricted offenders; work in secure/locked facility in confined spaces; learn and follow department policies, procedures, rules, and instructions; set aside personal prejudices and be fair; work in high-stress, hostile environments; transport juveniles; become certified in CPR.

• Physical requirements: no hearing, sight, or physical limitations that would prevent performance of duties.

• Meet Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Juvenile Facility Standards and must never have been the subject of the following: Been the perpetrator of sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or other institution; Been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; Been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse. D. Had allegations substantiated against me for an incident(s) of sexual harassment, sexual abuse, and/or child abuse against another person; Resigned from a job where I was the subject of a pending investigation being conducted for an allegation of sexual abuse against another person.

MQ Specialties:

• Some positions may require: Certification as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) as defined by the Idaho Board for Alcohol/Drug Counselor's Certification (IBADCC), OR eligible for certification within two years of hire.

• Some knowledge of supervision.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least one year of experience as a primary professional specialist.

• This can be but is not limited to: Clinician, Social Worker, Development Specialist, or other exempt level treatment profession.

RehabilitationSpecialistAssociateMinimumQualifications: (Wage$24.95-$29.94)

• Good knowledge of: Group processes and dynamics; intervention and treatment methods.

• Some knowledge of dynamics of adolescent behavior; problems and needs of juvenile offenders; clients rights in an institutional setting; juvenile justice system.

• Experience: conducting individual and group problem solving sessions; implementing treatment programs; observing and evaluating client behavior; composing written reports.

• Meet entrance requirements established by the Idaho Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) academy for correction officers including the following: Be at least 21 years of age Be eligible for and in good standing to obtain a POST certification within 12 months of hire Possess a high school diploma, GED or equivalent

• For those that served in the military, must have a discharge indicating honorable, uncharacterized, or general under honorable conditions Hold a current and valid driver's license in your state of residence Be a U.S. Citizen No conviction, withheld judgment, suspicion or imposed conviction of the following: See POST IDAPA Code 11.11.01 for more information. A felony age eighteen (18) years old or older at the time of conviction A misdemeanor DUI within the last 2 years or had 2 or more misdemeanor DUI within the last 2 years or had 2 or more misdemeanor DUI offenses within 5 years immediately preceding application. A misdemeanor crime involving domestic violence within the last 5 years preceding this application. A misdemeanor crime of deceit or a misdemeanor sex offense within the last 5 years preceding this application. A misdemeanor drug-related offense within one (1) year immediately preceding this application.

• No purchase or possession of marijuana, cannabis, hashish, hash oil, or THC in synthetic and natural forms marijuana within one (1) year immediately preceding job application.

• Willingness to: deal with violence, harassment, threats, verbal abuse; break up fights, control disturbances, and physically restrain offenders; perform searches for contraband and weapons; work alone unarmed among unrestricted offenders; work in secure/locked facility in confined spaces; learn and follow department policies, procedures, rules, and instructions; set aside personal prejudices and be fair; work in high-stress, hostile environments; transport juveniles; become certified in CPR.

• Physical requirements: no hearing, sight, or physical limitations that would prevent performance of duties.

• Meet Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Juvenile Facility Standards and must never have been the subject of the following: Been the perpetrator of sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or other institution; Been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; Been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse. D. Had allegations substantiated against me for an incident(s) of sexual harassment, sexual abuse, and/or child abuse against another person; Resigned from a job where I was the subject of a pending investigation being conducted for an allegation of sexual abuse against another person.

MQ Specialties:

• Some positions may require: Certification as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) as defined by the Idaho Board for Alcohol/Drug Counselor's Certification (IBADCC), OR eligible for certification within two years of hire.

• Some knowledge of supervision.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Excellentmedical, dental, and vision insurance ( - employee only coverage for PPO $70.74/month for medical and vision & $12.08/month for dental

• Participation in one of the Nation's best state retirement systems

• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual that begins as soon as you start (accumulate approximately 3 weeks of vacation the first year, and increasing with state longevity)

• Eleven paid holidays in a year

• Eight weeks of Paid Parental Leave

• Multiple saving plans-optional 401k and 457 plans

• Group Life Insurance/Disability Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance ( - state provided basic life insurance coverage and affordable supplemental plans

• Public Sector Student Loan Forgiveness ( (eligibility requirements may apply)

• Employee Assistance Program ( - confidential support, information, and resources for all of life's challenges

• State ( and Department Wellness Programs

• Ongoing training opportunities (

• Potential flexible work schedule

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) ###-#### (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected] .

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections

P.O. Box 83720

Boise, ID 83720-0285

EMAIL:

[emailprotected]