TDCJ - Program Specialist III - Crisis Response In

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=106235andPostingSeq=1Job DescriptionApplicants must submit both a rsum and a completed application to be considered. Both documents should include sufficient work history to assess qualifications. For the most accurate and up-to-date information about your application, please log in to the CAPPS application portal regularly to monitor status changes or updates. Job Duties:This position reports to the TDCJ Victim Services Division Headquarters located in Lubbock, Texas. This positions work schedule is Monday through Friday; however, operations may extend outside of normal business hours to include some weekends. Duties are to provide peer support to agency staff who may experience trauma, crises, and/or victimization in the course of their duties. Day-to-day functions include providing outreach to agency staff, coordinating and meeting with regional Crisis Response Intervention Support (CRISP) members, providing CRISP training to agency staff, and maintaining records of outreach and training within Integrated Victim Services System (IVSS.) This position communicates orally and through written correspondence with other departments of the agency, external agencies, organizations, and the public. You'd be a GOOD fit if:Criminal Justice experience or a bachelor's degree; in a related field preferredYou have peer support or victim services experience.You are organized.You are detail oriented.You have a strong work ethic.You work well within a team setting. You are empathetic and compassionate. You have a positive attitude and good character. You have good communication skills. You'd be a GREAT fit if:Criminal Justice experience and bachelor's degree with 2 years's experience; in a related field preferredYou have experience in crisis interventionYou have peer support or victim services experience.You have experience working with first respondersYou have a foundational understanding of a trauma-informed frameworkYou are well versed in Microsoft 365 programs to include Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive.You have knowledge of the agency structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. *For the full Job Description, please click the link below:Program Specialist III - Crisis Response Intervention Support Program Coordinator Additional Information:Travel 75% - Position may spend 11-15 nights away per month Work Site Visits No Study Material No Pre-Service Training Academy Required No Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position Longevity *Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.Contact Information: Questions concerning this Questions concerning the applicationposition can be directed to: process can be directed to: Katrina Alexander Harmony LopezHiring Manager OR Human Resources512-406-5916 [email protected] [email protected] Important Note to the Candidate:Military PreferenceTo receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.Military Occupation Specialty Codeshttps://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptionsClick on the occupational category for the position.Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide.The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com, http://www.onetonline.org, https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.Applications submitted through Work in exasWork In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.EligibilityAn applicant must be eligible to work in the United States and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment. EEO Statement:The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy must be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.