Detention Processing & Immigration Liaison Officer

Locations Jackson Parish Correctional Center – 327 Industrial Dr, Jonesboro, LA 71251, USA On-site Rate: $20.86 USD per hour Service Workers Full-Time Requisition #: CONTR001887 Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provide services and assistance that support effective and efficient custody processing, detention stay, and safe release as determined by ICE, facility, and field office leadership. Coordinate effectively with Executive Office of Immigration Review (EOIR) personnel on Alternative to Detention (ATD) programs. Conduct removal planning with detainees, including referrals and connections to resources in home country to support removals. Assist in travel document collection. Assist in travel, transportation, and repatriation planning. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to work in a multicultural and multilingual environment. Ability to utilize telephonic interpreter/translation services if not fluent in a language the detainee understands. Ability to adapt to sudden changes in schedules and flexibility in work requirements. Ability to communicate proficiently in English (verbal and written) to develop positive rapport with patients, co-workers, and other stakeholders. Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships in a multidisciplinary environment. Ability to navigate electronic work environments including electronic health records, web-based training, and communications. Knowledge and moderate proficiency in common Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint). Experience with managing data and data quality assurance. Proficiency in troubleshooting, creative problem solving, and resourcefulness. Ability to learn new things quickly and work in a team environment. Ability to multitask, organize, and prioritize assignments effectively without constant supervision. Attention to detail and excellent time management skills. Education and Experience: Degree from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Bachelor’s degree preferred in social work, social services, criminal justice, or equivalent. At least two years of related experience (e.g., working with immigrants or foreign-born individuals or individuals in custody, parole, and/or probation). Experience working in or with individuals in a confinement setting. At least two years of experience providing services to vulnerable populations. Fluency in Spanish preferred. Physical Requirements: Long periods of continuous standing and walking. Frequent periods of sitting. Repetitive climbing of stairs to reach assigned areas and working at heights. Occasional kneeling, squatting, and bending to perform "pat" or "strip" searches. Frequent grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting. Occasionally responding to altercations and restraining/ securing assaultive offenders. Ability to respond rapidly to potential security and/or medical codes/issues. Frequent transferring and transporting offenders by walking or riding in various vehicles (vans, buses, other forms). Continuous driving of company vehicles to pick up and transport offenders for 4+ hours per shift. Remaining awake and alert while on duty. Occasional lifting and carrying. Ability to withstand direct or indirect exposure to OC spray. Exposure to outdoor elements and temperatures. Pay: $20.86 per hour Location: 287 Industrial Drive, Jonesboro, LA 71251 Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr LaSalle Corrections