Correctional Case Manager: Reentry & Support

131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS; Town of Lexington (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

131 Department of Corrections is seeking a Correctional Case Manager to perform routine social casework in offender classification and to support re-entry services. This on-site role focuses on determining security needs, providing counseling, and coordinating with community resources to facilitate successful release and transition.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and emphasizes a strong ability to communicate, assess, and collaborate with internal teams and external partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in correctional facility settings and inmate contact is valued.
• Ability to interview, assess, and provide social casework to offenders.

Responsibilities

• Use interview techniques to determine offenders' security risks and program needs.
• Prepare case history reports and recommend program assignments.
• Monitor offender progress and adjust classifications as needed.
• Advise offenders on employment, vocational, education, and re-entry resources.
• Develop offender transition plans and coordinate with community resources.

Skills

Interviewing & counseling

Case management

Offender re-entry

Program assessment

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

131 Department of Corrections is seeking a Correctional Case Manager to perform routine social casework in offender classification and to support re-entry services. This on-site role focuses on determining security needs, providing counseling, and coordinating with community resources to facilitate successful release and transition.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and emphasizes a strong ability to communicate, assess, and collaborate with internal teams and external partners.