Classification Caseworker (#014046) Wateree River Correctional Inst., Rembert (SUMTER) Level 2
State of South Carolina
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Classification Caseworker (#012278) Lee Correctional Institution, Bishopville (LEE) Level 3
State of South Carolina
Department of Corrections
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$48,578 - $48,578
per year
Type
Closes
January 21, 2026More State jobs →
Job Description
Summary
This job involves reviewing inmate records, assigning them to programs or jobs inside a prison, and providing counseling to help them adjust and progress.
A good fit would be someone with experience in administrative work or corrections who is organized, good at communicating, and comfortable working with people in challenging situations.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree, or associate's degree plus one year of administrative/correctional experience, or high school diploma plus two years of administrative/correctional experience
- Ability to evaluate inmate records for eligibility in assignments, custody levels, employment, and treatment programs
- Skills in coordinating and implementing a fair classification system for about 250 inmates
- Conduct periodic reviews, interviews, and progress evaluations with inmates
- Provide counseling on institutional adjustment and related issues
- Respond to inquiries from officials and agencies via oral or written communication
- Proficiency in using computers to access inmate histories (social, criminal, educational, family)
- Must complete four-week SCDC Basic Training upon hire
Full Job Description
- Evaluate inmate's records to determine eligibility for institutional assignments, custody changes, and employment and treatment programs.
- Coordinate and implement an equitable classification system for a caseload of approximately 250 inmates.
- Conduct periodic reviews and evaluate inmate's progress.
- Interview inmates, discuss and record progress made on a periodic basis.
- Counsel with inmates relating to their general institutional adjustment or related problems.
- Respond orally and/or through written correspondence to inquiries of information on inmates by departmental officials and other agencies.
- Operate the computer to ascertain information pertaining to inmates social, criminal, educational and family histories.
Must successfully complete four (4) week SCDC Basic Training upon hire.
Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:
Requirements
State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:
A high school diploma and related experience. A bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the required related experience.
SCDC Minimum Requirements:
A bachelor's degree.
OR
An associate’s degree and any one (1) year combination of administrative and/or correctional experience.
OR
A high school diploma and any (2) year combination of administrative and/or correctional experience.
Additional Information
The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.
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