Correctional Case Manager
About The Position
This position is assigned to Maury Correctional Institution. Position will be assigned to a housing unit in the custody area. Effective verbal/written communication with other staff, offenders, and the general public. Be capable of defending oneself against attack by violent persons. Work under stressful conditions caused by direct contact with incarcerated offenders who can become physically violent/ verbally abusive. Conduct continuous visual/audio surveillance of assigned work area. Accurately operate office machines/ prepare written reports/forms which accurately reflect information reviewed from various sources. Demonstrate/ instruct offenders in the proper safe use of tools, equipment/supplies. Review, analyze/evaluate various documents and behavioral data gathered from interview/documentation/personal observation. Perform crisis intervention/routine counseling to include suicide prevention. Account for supplies/ equipment. Implement/ manage correctional programs.
Requirements
- Thorough knowledge of policies and procedures of prisons.
- Working knowledge of techniques of supportive counseling and interviewing.
- Ability to gather and evaluate information concerning an individual's past experience, training attitude, social environment, and mental capabilities.
- Working knowledge of correctional programs.
- Working knowledge of services available to individuals from the community and other public and private programs.
- Ability to develop, implement, coordinate, and supervise a program within the framework of policies and procedures of Prisons.
- Ability to communicate effective, both orally and in writing.
- Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice, Human Services, Recreation or a related field from an appropriately accredited institution; or High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of custody experience within the North Carolina Department of Public Safety; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.
Nice To Haves
- Documented knowledge of supportive counseling techniques
Responsibilities
- Effective verbal/written communication with other staff, offenders, and the general public.
- Be capable of defending oneself against attack by violent persons.
- Work under stressful conditions caused by direct contact with incarcerated offenders who can become physically violent/ verbally abusive.
- Conduct continuous visual/audio surveillance of assigned work area.
- Accurately operate office machines/ prepare written reports/forms which accurately reflect information reviewed from various sources.
- Demonstrate/ instruct offenders in the proper safe use of tools, equipment/supplies.
- Review, analyze/evaluate various documents and behavioral data gathered from interview/documentation/personal observation.
- Perform crisis intervention/routine counseling to include suicide prevention.
- Account for supplies/ equipment.
- Implement/ manage correctional programs.
Benefits
- This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits.
- Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
