Correctional Case Manager

State of North Carolina - Adult Correction; North Carolina; On-site; USD 37,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Parental Leave

Job summary

The State of North Carolina - Adult Correction seeks a Corrections Case Manager to oversee inmate caseloads, provide supportive counseling, and conduct assessments at Greene Correctional Institution in Maury, NC. You will develop individual case plans and coordinate transition and re-entry into the community.

The role requires documenting findings, communicating effectively in writing, and collaborating with the classification committee to ensure safe, rehabilitative outcomes for inmates.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice, Human Services, Recreation or related field, or high school diploma/GED with two years custody experience.
• Must be eligible for certification by NC CJ Education & Training Standards Commission.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may apply.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of inmates with counseling and assessments.
• Develop and implement case plans and coordinate transition/re-entry prior to parole or release.
• Answer inmate questions, provide guidance, and make recommendations to the classification committee.

Skills

Counseling

Communication

Documentation

Case management

Inmate services

Education

Associate degree

GED

Tools

Policies & procedures

Job description

AgencyAdult CorrectionDivisionCOO - OPS - Institutions OperationsJob Classification TitleCorrectional Case Manager (S)Position Number60069766GradeNC07About UsThe NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!Description of WorkThis position is assigned to Greene Correctional Institution in Maury, NC. Employees in this class are assigned a caseload of inmates, which involves supportive counseling, conducting assessments, developing case plans, answering and following up on inmate questions and problems, and making recommendations to the classification committee.Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesEmployees assist in major dynamic programs or coordinate major or specialized programs for the rehabilitation of inmates, such as inmate work assignments, work release, education, or recreation; as well as transition planning and coordinating. Employees in this class plan and coordinate transition (re-entry) prior to parole or release into the community. They must have the ability to develop, implement, coordinate, and supervise a program within the framework of policies and procedures of Prisons. Ability to communicate effective, both orally and in writing.Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences:Salary Range: 37,377 - 65,408Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:Documented knowledge of supportive counseling techniques.Documented knowledge of departmental policies and proceduresThe Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End DateState Benefits InformationThe State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including:Health Insurance optionsRetirement PlansNCFlex Supplemental BenefitsPaid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service LeavePaid Parental LeaveAbout the Division of Institutions :The Division of Institutions manages the daily operations of all state-operated prison facilities across North Carolina. Facilities are categorized by custody levels (minimum, medium, close) and house individuals serving sentences for felony convictions. The division provides safety, security, and rehabilitative services through trained custody staff, program facilitators, and administrative personnel.Supplemental Application Information :The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (NCDAC) uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State application. Applications must include:Complete education history (including high school)Full work experience detailsCertificates and licenses, if applicableEducation must be from appropriately accredited institutions.Information provided must support responses to supplemental questions. Incomplete applications may impact screening and salary determination.Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check and drug screen.If multiple applications are submitted, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered.Education Equivalency Verification:The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members .Veterans’ and National Guard Preference:Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member- 4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD - 256 or NGB - 22, along with the state application.PREA Requirement:The NCDAC must adhere to the US Department of Justice Final Rule on the \"National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape.\" Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NCDAC: PREA Hiring and Promotion ProhibitionsADA Accommodations:Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), NCDAC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.Minimum Education and ExperienceSome state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice, Human Services, Recreation or a related field from an appropriately accredited institution; or High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of custody experience within the North Carolina Department of Public Safety; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Necessary Special Qualifications Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.EEO StatementT he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.Recruiter:Vickie Denise ShawEmail:[e-mail]