Classification Caseworker (#012416) Broad River Correctional Inst, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 3
State of South Carolina
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Classification Caseworker (#014176) Turbeville Correctional Inst., Turbeville (CLARENDON) Level 2
State of South Carolina
Department of Corrections
Location
South Carolina, 29201
Salary
$48,578 - $48,578
per year
Type
Closes
April 14, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves reviewing inmate records to decide on their housing, security levels, work assignments, and participation in programs within a South Carolina prison.
It also includes counseling inmates on their adjustment to prison life, tracking their progress, and responding to questions from officials about them.
A good fit would be someone with experience in administration or corrections who is comfortable working with people and handling sensitive information in a structured environment.
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 changes, employment, and treatment programs
- Skills in coordinating and implementing a classification system for a caseload of about 250 inmates
- Experience counseling inmates on institutional adjustment and related problems
- Proficiency in operating SCDC computer systems to access inmate history (social, criminal, educational, family)
- Ability to respond to inquiries from departmental officials and agencies via oral or written communication
- Successful completion of four weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire
Full Job Description
- Evaluates inmate records to determine eligibility for institutional assignments, custody changes, employment and treatment program.
- Coordinates and implements an equitable classification system for a caseload of approximately 250 inmates.
- Discusses and records progress made on periodic basis.
- Counsels with inmates relating to their general institutional adjustment or related problems.
- Respond orally and/or through written correspondence to inquiries for information on inmates by departmental officials and other agencies.
- Operates the SCDC computer to ascertain information pertaining to inmates' social, criminal, educational, and family history.
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:
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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