Correctional Case Manager
job description
Under the supervision of the deputy warden - facility services, our hire will perform duties related to inmate classification, assignment, and work-release coordination. Duties also include facilitating and monitoring re-entry of inmates into the community.
Specific duties include managing an assigned caseload;
processing applications, conducting eligibility interviews, determining appropriate placement of inmates to available programs, creating work schedules;
coordinating transportation;
preparing court orders;
performing periodic observed drug screens;
providing training and referrals for job-readiness and job search skills;
preparing inmates for re-entry into society;
generating and updatingrecords and reports;
supporting deputy warden - facility services and working collaboratively with a total of three correctional case managers;
participating in meetings;
establishing rapport with community organizations;
and enforcing facility rules in a firm and fair way.
Requirements
Qualified applicants must hold a high school diploma or GED;
a minimum of one year'swork experience with at least six months' work experience in either adult or juvenile corrections, criminal justice, counseling, social work, or other directly related field;
a valid Pennsylvania driver's license with no infractions on motor vehicle records that would prevent hire;
abilities to work well with a diverse population;
strong interpersonal relations and communications skills;
flexibility to adapt tounexpected situations;
self-motivation to remain productive when working alone;
basic computer literacy;
organizational skills;
confidentiality;
and a regular presence at work site(s).
Benefits
Competitive benefits package starts first of the month following 30 calendar days and includes 90% employer-paid PPO healthcare with vision and three-tier prescription components, pension plan, public employer's equivalent of 401(K), short-term disability, term life insurance, a menu of voluntary benefits that includes dental and Aflac, 14 annual paid holidays, and other time-off provisions. starting wage is $11.58/hour x 35-hour workweek. Job must be performed onsite in the Blair County Prison. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER