Correctional Case Manager - (Scotland CI)
About The Position
The Correctional Case Manager, reporting to a Correctional Programs Supervisor, conducts initial assessments of offender needs, develops case plans, monitors compliance and outcomes, and revises plans as appropriate to meet offender needs and system objectives. The role involves working throughout close, medium, and minimum custody sections of a prison facility, with constant contact with offenders. The position may also serve in a custody role during certain activities and requires some evening, weekend, and holiday work. It is a mandatory-reporting position during adverse weather events.
Requirements
- Be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.
- 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.
- Meet one of the stated education and experience pathways: an associate’s degree in Criminal Justice, Human Services, Recreation, or a related field from an appropriately accredited institution; a high school diploma or GED and two years of custody experience within the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of supportive counseling techniques.
Responsibilities
- Assess offender behavior and develop counseling strategies to support desired progress.
- Answer offender questions, provide information about classification and sentencing status, correspond with offenders’ families, and provide supportive counseling.
- Organize and direct rehabilitation program activities for offenders.
- Conduct work release and home leave investigations, coordinate community resources, and plan and coordinate re-entry before parole or release into the community.
- Recommend offender program involvement or custody-level changes to offender classification committees.
- Work with offenders whose problems, needs, and comprehension levels vary greatly.
- Work throughout close, medium, and minimum custody sections of a prison facility, maintaining frequent contact with offenders.
- Serve in a custody role during certain activities.
- Report or stay over during adverse weather events.
Benefits
- Health insurance options
- Retirement plans
- NCFlex supplemental benefits
- Paid vacation leave
- Paid sick leave
- Paid 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
