Correctional Juvenile Casework Manager

State of Indiana•La Porte, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana. About LaPorte Juvenile Correctional Facility: LaPorte Juvenile Correctional Facility is a multi‑level security facility located in LaPorte, Indiana, and houses up to 62 incarcerated juvenile females. It is the only female juvenile facility in the state and serves as the intake site for female youth entering the Indiana Department of Correction. The campus spans 60 acres and features housing, dining, and administrative areas in the main building. Programming focuses on education, treatment, and individualized services to support rehabilitation. Staff provide a structured and supportive environment that emphasizes growth and positive change. The facility works closely with courts to complete diagnostic evaluations. Role Overview: Your work will follow Department of Correction and ACA guidelines, requiring sound judgment in responding to unexpected situations and in developing lesson plans that meet course objectives. You will work with students who may have diverse needs, including physical or mental disabilities, and must adapt your approach accordingly. The supervisor provides general direction and may offer guidance on lesson planning or unique challenges, but you will make many independent, non‑routine decisions regarding instructional methods and student progress. Work is reviewed periodically for compliance with relevant laws and standards. In emergency situations, you must demonstrate effective leadership, as errors could have serious consequences.

Requirements

Ability to consult and liaise with various social service agencies and institutions.
Ability to document youth progress, attendance, counseling sessions, referrals, and other required information clearly and accurately.
Ability to assess youth needs in social, educational, occupational, emotional, and physical areas.
Ability to gather needed information to determine risk level and needs.
Ability to plan and implement cognitive behavior programs best suited to youth development and treatment needs.
Ability to establish treatment plans for incarcerated youth.
Ability to monitor youth progress throughout the treatment plan and adjust interventions as needed.
Ability to maintain youth information in the Electronic Data Base.
Ability to manage documentation requirements including pre‑release paperwork, referrals, and visiting lists.
At least 1+ years of experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.
Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

A degree is not required.

Responsibilities

Conduct mental health assessments of incarcerated youth to determine risk level and needs.
Assess youth needs in social, educational, occupational, emotional, and physical areas to inform treatment planning.
Establish treatment plans for incarcerated youth to support rehabilitation and development.
Monitor youth progress throughout the treatment plan to ensure appropriate interventions and adjustments.
Plan and implement cognitive behavior programs best suited to youth development and treatment needs to promote positive behavioral change.
Consult and liaise with various social service agencies and institutions to secure needed services for incarcerated youth.
Document youth progress, attendance, counseling sessions, referrals, pre‑release paperwork, and visiting lists to maintain accurate records.
Maintain youth information in the Electronic Data Base to ensure up‑to‑date case management data.

Benefits

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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