Correctional Treatment Specialist (Assistant Case Management Coordinator)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System • Fort Dix, NJ

30d • Onsite

About The Position

Correctional treatment specialists foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. This role involves formulating institution supplements to ensure Bureau of Prisons (BOP) policy is properly implemented at the institution level in the area of case management. The specialist provides technical assistance and serves as a resource for institution and administrative staff in case management and related areas, and assists with Case Manager training during the on-the-job training required at the time of their entry on duty. The position also serves as a liaison with the U.S. Parole Commission, U.S. Probation Service, and the federal courts. Additionally, the specialist assists with the certification of staff in central inmate monitoring procedures and is responsible for the proper operation of the institution screening and locator center. As with all correctional institution employees, the incumbent is charged with the responsibility for maintaining the security of the institution, with staff correctional responsibilities preceding all others required by this position and performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is Required.
• Degree: that included at least 24 semester hours of course work in the behavioral or social sciences.
• OR Combination of education and experience - that included at least 24 semester hours of course work in the behavioral or social sciences, and that provided applicants with knowledge of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a 4-year degree.
• Courses, such as sociology, correctional administration, criminal justice, government/political science, psychology, social work, counseling, and other related social or behavioral science courses may be used to satisfy the 24-semester-hour requirement.
• Experience must have been gained in (1) casework in a correctional institution or in another criminal justice setting; (2) counseling in any setting, provided it required diagnostic or treatment planning skills to achieve specific social or occupational goals; or (3) work treating persons in need of social rehabilitation.
• Three (3) years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. Graduate education must have been in corrections or a related field such as criminal justice, sociology, counseling, social work, or other course work related to the position.
• OR Experience: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level. To be creditable, this experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular qualifications to successfully perform the duties of the position, and must typically be in or related to the position to be filled.
• Knowledge of case management policies and practices regarding programs and treatment options available and inmate participation, release, privileges and sentencing.
• Experience in providing technical assistance and serving as a resource for institution administrative staff in case management and related areas.
• Experience working as a part of the institution administration to develop plans, policies, and procedures for institution management.
• Experience assisting with monitoring victim/witness and financial responsibility programs to ensure compliance with policy requirements.
• OR Combination of Education and Experience: Combination of successfully completed graduate level education and specialized experience. This experience must have equipped you with the qualifications to perform the major duties of this position as described above.
• If applicable, credit will be given for paid any unpaid experience. To receive proper credit, you must show the actual time (such as number of hours worked per week) spent in the activities.
• Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application.
• ONLY if education is a requirement/substitution for specialized experience, applicant MUST upload legible transcripts as verification of educational requirement.
• Transcripts MUST be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at the time you apply and MUST include identifying information to include School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable).
• All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
• Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a urinalysis, physical, and background investigation.
• All applicants are subject to National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and credit checks.
• All applicants not currently working in an institution will be required to complete a qualification inquiry regarding convictions of misdemeanor crimes of domestic violence in order to be authorized to carry a firearm.
• Successful completion of the "Introduction to Correctional Techniques," three-week training course at Glynco, Georgia is required.
• The addresses listed on the USAJOBS account/resume must be the primary residence at the time of application.
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Nice To Haves

• Career Transition Programs (CTAP) eligibility

Responsibilities

• Formulates institution supplements to ensure Bureau of Prisons (BOP) policy is properly implemented at the institution level in the area of case management.
• Provides technical assistance and serves as a resource for institution and administrative staff in case management and related areas.
• Assists with Case Manager training during the on-the-job training required at the time of their entry on duty in the position.
• Serves as a liaison with the U.S. Parole Commission, U.S. Probation Service and the federal courts.
• Assists with the certification of staff in central inmate monitoring procedures and responsibility for the proper operation of the institution screening and locator center.
• Maintains security of the institution.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level