Correctional Case Manager
About The Position
Employees in this class carry a caseload of inmates, which involves supportive counseling, conducting assessments, developing case plans, answering and following up on inmate questions and problems, and making recommendations to the classification committee. Employees also assist in major dynamic programs or coordinate major or specialized programs for the rehabilitation of inmates, such as inmate work assignments, work release, education, or recreation; as well as transition planning and coordinating. Employees in this class plan and coordinate transition (re-entry) prior to parole or release into the community.
Requirements
- Meet Criminal Justice Standards requirements (12 NCAC 09G .0302)
- Pass a criminal background check
- Produce a negative drug screening result
- Successfully complete medical and psychological evaluations
- Possess a valid driver’s license
- 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
- Knowledge of supportive counseling techniques.
Responsibilities
- Carry a caseload of inmates.
- Provide supportive counseling.
- Conduct assessments.
- Develop case plans.
- Answer and follow up on inmate questions and problems.
- Make recommendations to the classification committee.
- Assist in major dynamic programs or coordinate major or specialized programs for the rehabilitation of inmates (e.g., inmate work assignments, work release, education, recreation).
- Coordinate transition planning and coordinating.
- Plan and coordinate transition (re-entry) prior to parole or release into the community.
Benefits
- Health Insurance options
- Retirement Plans
- NC Flex Supplemental Benefits
- Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave
- Paid Parental Leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
