Correctional Case Manager - Central Prison

Adult Correction; Raleigh (NC); Presencial; USD 37.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Retirement plans

NCFlex

Supplemental benefits

Paid vacation, sick, and communityse

Parental leave

Descripción de la vacante

North Carolina Department of Adult Correction seeks a Correctional Case Manager (S) at Central Prison in Raleigh. You will manage a caseload, perform classifications, conduct needs assessments, and coordinate program referrals and housing recommendations.

You will work under supervision in the Programs Department, communicating with staff and offenders, handling crisis interventions, and preparing written reports based on interviews and documents. This is a full-time position with 40 hours/week.

Formación

• Minimum Education and Experience per vacancy announcement.
• KSAs and preferences are not required but may be preferred.
• Documented knowledge of case management practices, or supportive counseling techniques and/or interviewing techniques for intake assessments.

Responsabilidades

• Perform classification reviews, needs assessments, plans, job assignments, and regular one-on-one counseling.
• Provide transitional information, housing recommendations, and assist with offender reviews.
• Communicate effectively with staff, offenders, and the public.
• Prepare written reports reflecting data from interviews, documents, and observations.

Conocimientos

Case management

Counseling techniques

Interviewing techniques

Educación

Associate degree in Criminal Justice

GED or high school diploma

Descripción del empleo

Job Title and Classification

Correctional Case Manager (S)

Agency Adult Correction Division COO - OPS - Institutions Operations

Position Number 65014479

Grade NC07

About Us

The 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 Work

Reporting to a Correctional Program Supervisor at a multi-custody male correctional facility, this position provides case management services to an assigned caseload and works in the Programs Department. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performing regular periodic classification reviews, needs assessments, plans, job assignments, program referrals and regular scheduled one-on-one contact for the purposes of correctional and/or motivational counseling.
• Providing transitional information, assisting with housing and recommendations for the classification upon offender review and assisting with onsite activities.
• Communicating effectively with other staff, offenders, and the general public.
• Working under stressful conditions caused by direct contact with incarcerated offenders, who can become physically violent and verbally abusive, being capable of defending oneself against attack and performing crisis interventions to include suicide prevention.
• Preparing written reports that accurately reflect data reviewed by various sources, reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating various documents and behavior data gathered from interviews, written documentation, and personal observation.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) / Management Preferences

Candidates 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 but applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Documented knowledge of case management practices, or supportive counseling techniques and/or interviewing techniques for intake assessments.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $37,377 - $65,408

Benefits include:

• Health Insurance options
• Retirement Plans
• NCFlex
• Supplemental Benefits
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave
• Paid Parental Leave

Location and Hours

Central Prison in Raleigh, NC has been in continuous service since 1884. It serves as the admission point into prison for adult male felons sentenced to 20 years or more and is the main medical and mental health center for male offenders. It also houses special populations, including death row and safe-keepers. While security requires that certain offenders remain in their cells, there are more than 260 offender job assignments that include working in the kitchen, laundry or canteen. Offenders also work as barbers, janitors and clerks. Offenders can attend substance abuse group therapy meetings, Bible studies or worship services.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with established working hours of Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm and may require working beyond normal work schedule to meet business needs.

Requirements

• Associate 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 Adult Correction; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Must produce a negative drug screening result.
• Must successfully complete medical and psychological evaluations.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Pre-Employment Verification and Certifications

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 NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape."

ADA 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.

EEO Statement

The 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.