Classification Caseworker (#016526) Broad River Correctional Inst, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 3

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement and savings plan options

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting and flexible schedules

Job summary

State of South Carolina is seeking a Corrections Officer to evaluate inmate records, determine eligibility for assignments, and coordinate an equitable classification for about 250 inmates. You will conduct progress reviews, interview inmates, and counsel on institutional adjustment.

Four weeks of SCDC Basic Training are required upon hire; a high school diploma is acceptable with related experience, and a bachelor’s degree may substitute for some experience. State benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Must complete four weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.
• A high school diploma or related experience.
• A bachelor's degree may substitute for related experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate inmate records to determine eligibility for institutional assignment, custody changes, 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 inmates relating to their general institutional adjustment or related problems.
• Respond orally and/or through written correspondence to inquiries or information on inmates by departmental officials and other agencies.
• Operate the SCDC computer to ascertain information pertinent to inmates' social, criminal, educational and family histories.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

High school diploma

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluate inmate records to determine eligibility for institutional assignment, custody changes, 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 inmates relating to their general institutional adjustment or related problems.
• Respond orally and/or through written correspondence to inquiries or information on inmates by departmental officials and other agencies.
• Operate the SCDC computer to ascertain information pertinent to inmates' social, criminal, educational and family histories.

Required Training

Must successfully complete four (4) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Minimum and Additional 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;
• A high school diploma and any two (2) year combination of administrative and/or correctional experience.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

• Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits.
• Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

• State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans.
• Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

• State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated to each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.