Classification Caseworker (#011607) Camille Graham Corr Inst, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 2
State of South Carolina
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Classification Caseworker (#013517) Turbeville Corr Inst, Turbeville (CLARENDON) Level 2
State of South Carolina
Department of Corrections
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$48,578 - $48,578
per year
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves assessing inmates' records to assign them to the right facilities, jobs, and programs in a prison setting, while leading a committee that makes these decisions and regularly checking on inmates' progress through interviews.
It suits someone organized and fair-minded who can handle sensitive information and work with a large group of people in a correctional environment.
Good fits include those with experience in administration or corrections who are comfortable using computers for record-keeping.
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, jobs, and programs
- Experience chairing classification committees and coordinating systems for inmate caseloads
- Skills in conducting inmate interviews and periodic progress reviews
- Proficiency in operating SCDC computer systems for entering and retrieving inmate data
- Must successfully complete four weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire
- Ability to respond to inquiries from officials and agencies
Full Job Description
Under the general supervision of the classification case manager, evaluates automated inmates and manual record to determine eligibility for institutional assignment, custody changes, jobs and treatment program.
Serves as chairperson of the institutional classification committee.
Coordinates an equitable classification system for a caseload of approximately 250 inmates.
Conducts periodic reviews of inmate's progress. Interviews inmates relating to their general institutional adjustment or related problems.
Responds to inquiries of information from departmental officials and other agencies.
Operates the SCDC computer system to enter/retrieve information pertaining to inmate's social, criminal, educational and family history.
Performs other related duties as required.
Must successfully complete four (4) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire
Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:
Recruiting and Employment Services
(803) 896-1649
Employment@doc.sc.gov
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.
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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