Correctional Rehabilitation Technician

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling or closely related field. Combination of education experience will be considered.
• Bilingual preferred
• A minimum of one (1) year of specialized work experience in:
  • Casework in a correctional institution or in another criminal justice setting
  • Counseling in any setting provided it required diagnostic or treatment planning skills to achieve specific social or occupational goals. 
  • Work treating persons in need of social rehabilitation
• Equivalency: In addition to the minimum of one (1) year of specialized work experience, any combination of experience and education with a minimum of four (4) years of experience working with individuals with criminal justice involvement and/or working in a correctional setting. The City recognizes one (1) year of working experience in clinical social work, or related field that resulted in the same knowledge gained to one (1) year of education.

Licenses and Certifications

• Must possess a valid state driver’s license and maintain satisfactory motor vehicle record with the ability to obtain an appropriate Nevada state driver’s license within required time frame.
• NCIC Certification within six months of hire/reclassification.
• ORAS Certification within six months of hire/reclassification

SELECTION PROCESS

1. Complete online application - Interested candidates MUST submit a completed application through the City’s application system. Evaluation of meeting requirements will be made solely on information provided on the application and any required attachments.
2. Oral Panel Interview - Weighted 100%, Passing Score 70%
3. Pre-Employment Screening – 

Background Screening/Investigation Includes an extensive background check, polygraph/CVSA examination, medical/drug screen exam. All top scoring candidates must pass the Background Investigation in order to move forward in the process. Applicants who proceed in the selection process will be required to complete an extensive police background. *IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Background check processing may take 3 to 4 months to complete.  Among other items, the following are disqualifying behaviors:

•      Any felony conviction.
•      Any domestic violence conviction.
•      Gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions will be reviewed on a case by case basis.
•      Although there have been recent changes to laws regarding the legal possession and consumption of marijuana, the City of North Las Vegas will continue to adhere to its professional standards and guidelines as it relates to recent and continuous use of the drug.

4. Selection/Offers.

The selection process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.   It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.

QUESTIONS?

For questions about this position or the selection process, please contact:

Cheyenne Silva | Talent Acquisition Partner

Email: silvac@cityofnorthlasvegas.com