Correctional Case Manager

County of Blair; Hollidaysburg (Blair County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision coverage

Pension plan

401(k) plan

Short-term disability

Life insurance

Dental option

Paid holidays (14)

Job summary

County of Blair in Blair County, PA, seeks a Corrections Case Manager to oversee inmate classification, assignment, and work-release coordination, and to support re-entry into the community. The role requires managing caseloads, conducting eligibility interviews, and coordinating transportation onsite.

The position emphasizes collaboration with correctional staff, community organizations, and job-readiness training, with a strong focus on security, confidentiality, and effective communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year in related field; 6+ months in corrections or related area.
• Valid PA driver's license with clean driving record.
• Able to work with diverse population and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; organized and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned caseload and process applications.
• Determine inmate placement and coordinate program participation.
• Create work schedules and coordinate transportation.
• Prepare court orders and conduct drug screens when required.
• Provide job-readiness referrals and support re-entry goals.
• Maintain records and reports; support total of three case managers.
• Engage with community organizations and enforce rules professionally.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Self-motivation

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Flexibility

Basic computer literacy

Regular presence onsite

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 $15.16/hour x 35-hour workweek. Job must be performed onsite in the Blair County Prison. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER