Correctional Treatment Specialist (Case Manager)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System • Fort Devens, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. The Case Manager helps the offender view problems objectively and to deal with them realistically. Acts in a liaison capacity with other units and institutional employees on matters concerning inmate behavior. Serves as the primary liaison with the U.S. Parole Commission in reporting the inmate's program progress, readiness or lack of readiness for release, and resources in the community relevant to the desirability of his release. Actively develops program planning by presenting cases to the Unit Team and coordinating case management services with other correctional disciplines. Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are 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.
• 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.
• GL-09: Two years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree.
• GS-11: Three 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, psychology, counseling, social work, or other course work related to the position.
• GL-09 and GS-11: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level.
• GL-09: Experience in providing case management services to the local inmate population.
• GL-09: Experience in the collection, verification, and analysis of information in the preparation of social histories reflecting the nature and extent of problematic behavior, current social problems and causative factors.
• GL-09: Experience in determining inmate needs programs goals, monitoring inmate progress through development of progress reports.
• GL-09: Experience in writing correspondence and preparation of correspondence and responses to inquiries from various sources, i.e. Attorneys, Judges, Members of Congress, Parole Offices and others.
• GS-11: Experience in counseling functions regarding institutional adjustment, U.S. Parole commission, release planning, and interpersonal communications.
• GS-11: Experience in determining programs and treatment options best suitable, conducting training, assessing effectiveness and evaluating individual progress.
• GS-11: Experience in preparing special progress reports for such consideration of parole, transfer, restoration of forfeited good time, and making appropriate recommendations.
• GS-11: Experience in developing and monitoring special programs, organizes and conducts scheduled meetings or conferences, provides guidance and training to junior staff, supervises and evaluates students and interns.
• GL-09 and GS-11: Combination of successfully completed graduate level education and specialized experience.
• 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) : This program applies to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: Meet CTAP eligibility criteria; Be rated well-qualified for the position, scoring at least half of the total possible points for the vacancy KSAs or competencies; and Submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP eligibility: A copy of the agency notice (i.e., separation notice or agency RIF letter), Most recent performance appraisal, and Most recent SF-50 showing current/former position, grade, promotion potential, and duty location.

Responsibilities

• Independently conducts group guidance sessions of a varying nature, dealing with institutional adjustment, U.S. Parole commission, release planning, and interpersonal communications.
• Conducts individual counseling sessions varying in methods and intensity relevant to the individual's problems, focusing on helping the offender understand and live within complex family circumstances and assist him in developing new adjustment techniques.
• Routinely deals with community resources to secure information and develop release plans.
• Prepare special progress reports for consideration such as parole, transfer, restoration of forfeited good time, and makes appropriate recommendations.
• Corresponds with attorneys, judges, probation and parole officers and other professionals regarding the inmate's case.
• Prepares diagnostic studies, responsible for collecting, interpreting and evaluating factual information reflecting developmental and circumstantial factors for the assigned caseload of inmates.
• Serves as the primary liaison with the U.S. Parole Commission in reporting the inmate's program progress, readiness or lack of readiness for release, and resources in the community relevant to the desirability of his release.
• Develops program planning by presenting cases to the Unit Team and coordinating case management services with other correctional disciplines.
• 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.
• Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

What This Job Offers

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