Correctional Case Manager

County of Blair; Hollidaysburg (Blair County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in corrections is seeking a dedicated individual to join their team in Hollidaysburg. This role involves managing inmate classification, work-release coordination, and facilitating their re-entry into society. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including conducting interviews, creating work schedules, and maintaining records. The position offers a competitive benefits package and a starting wage of $11.58/hour for a 35-hour workweek. If you're passionate about making a difference in the community and have the necessary skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

90% employer-paid PPO healthcare

Pension plan

401(K) equivalent

Short-term disability

Term life insurance

Dental insurance

14 annual paid holidays

Qualifications

• 1+ years of work experience in corrections, criminal justice, or related fields.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseloads and coordinate inmate programs and re-entry.
• Conduct eligibility interviews and prepare court orders.

Skills

Interpersonal relations

Communication skills

Flexibility

Self-motivation

Basic computer literacy

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

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 updating records 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.

Qualified applicants must hold a high school diploma or GED; a minimum of one year's work 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 to unexpected situations; self-motivation to remain productive when working alone; basic computer literacy; organizational skills; confidentiality; and a regular presence at work site(s).

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