Classification and Treatment Officer

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Sandy Hook, KY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kentucky Department of Corrections, Division of Adult Institutions, operates correctional facilities to protect the public and provide a safe, secure, and humane environment for staff and offenders, while offering opportunities for offenders to develop skills that support non-criminal behavior. Classification and Treatment Officers at Little Sandy Correctional Complex classify male and female inmates eligible to remain in county jails, including inmates returning from shock probation, Mandatory Reentry Supervision, and parole. The role includes interviewing and assessing inmates, determining custody recommendations, reviewing court information, recommending programming, maintaining inmate records, communicating with outside parties, serving on committees, preparing reports, and helping inmates identify needs and goals. Work is typically performed in an office setting within a correctional institution.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or additional experience in corrections, law enforcement, or a related field substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
Current or prior military experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

Interview, assess, evaluate, and counsel inmates to gather information for assessments.
Project the type and level of custody for controlled intake inmates.
Review Courtnet.
Recommend programming based on inmates’ needs.
Complete NICS with the appropriate status code.
Use the Kentucky Offender Management System and enter information into inmate files.
Field phone calls from family members, jails, and other outside agencies.
Serve on classification and adjustment committees.
Prepare various reports.
Provide guidance and direction to help inmates identify needs and goals in accordance with individual and institutional requirements.