Correctional Case Manager: Counseling & Reentry

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd.; Hudson (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

Reduced Tuition Rates

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Pet Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Training

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

GEO Secured Services is hiring a Case Manager to provide counseling services to inmates and detainees, assist with adjusting to facility life, and coordinate services within the facility. The role involves developing programs to meet individual needs and supporting transitions back into the community.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for a Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related fields, and experience in caseload management in a correctional setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED certification.
• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, sociology, or related field is preferred.
• One (1) year in caseload management of offenders in a correctional setting required or an equivalent combination of education and related work experience required.
• Certified law enforcement officer experience or correctional/detention experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Case Manager interviews newly admitted inmates or detainees.
• The Case Manager conducts facility orientation for newly assigned inmates or detainees explaining rules and regulations of the facility, available services and programs, and the disciplinary and classification process.
• Provides individual counseling to inmates or detainees on an informal basis regarding work and housing assignments, adjustment problems, and family problems.
• The Case Manager resolves day-to-day problems with counseling. Refers inmates or detainees with serious problems to professional counseling staff.
• Provides assistance to the inmates or detainees in obtaining the services needed. Serves as a representative for the inmate/detainee at classification committee meetings.
• The Case Manager monitors inmate/detainee custody, housing, job, and program assignments to ensure all cases are reviewed in a timely manner.
• Conducts visits to inmates or detainees assigned to caseload who are housed in special housing.
• Reviews inmate/detainee medical status to determine eligibility to work in volunteer job assignments.

Education

High school diploma or GED certification

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, sociology, or related field

Job description

GEO Secured Services is hiring a Case Manager to provide counseling services to inmates and detainees, assist with adjusting to facility life, and coordinate services within the facility. The role involves developing programs to meet individual needs and supporting transitions back into the community.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for a Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related fields, and experience in caseload management in a correctional setting.