Correctional Case Manager-Rutherford Correctional Center

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance options

Retirement Plans

NCFlex Supplemental Benefits

Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community...

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

The NC Department of Adult Correction is seeking a dedicated counselor at Rutherford Correctional Center in Spindale, NC, a minimum custody male facility. The position reports to a Correctional Programs Supervisor and involves conducting initial offender assessments, developing case plans, monitoring compliance, and revising plans to meet offender needs.

You will work under stressful conditions with incarcerated individuals, providing supportive counseling, coordinating programs, and assisting

Qualifications

• Documented knowledge of supportive counseling techniques.
• Ability to conduct initial offender assessments and develop case plans.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments of offender needs and develop case plans.
• Monitor compliance and results; revise plans as needed to meet objectives.
• Assist in coordinating rehabilitation programs and transition planning for parole or release.

Skills

Supportive counseling techniques

Job description

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

This position is located at Rutherford Correctional Center in Spindale, NC, this is a minimum custody male facility.

This position reports to a Correctional Programs Supervisor and is responsible for conducting initial assessments of offender needs and developing case plans, monitoring for compliance and results, and revising as appropriate to meet offender needs and achieve system objectives.

Key Duties

• Employees carry a caseload of offenders, which involves supportive counseling, conducting assessments, developing case plans, answering and following up on offender questions and problems and making recommendations to the classification committee.
• Assess offender behavior and develop counseling strategies to achieve desired offender progress.
• Employees also 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.
• Planning and coordinate transition (re-entry) prior to parole or release into the community for offenders.
• Working under stressful conditions caused by direct contact with incarcerated offenders who can become physically violent and verbally abusive.
• Provide Supportive Counseling techniques and interviewing skills.
• Developing, implementing, coordinating, and supervising a program within the framework of Prisons' policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities / Management Preferences

Salary Grade Range: $37,377.00 - $65,408.00

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. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:
Documented Knowledge of Supportive Counseling Techniques.

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date.

This Position Is Designated As "Mandatory" And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.

State Benefits Information

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

Visit the State Benefits website for additional information.

Note to Current State Employees : The salary grade for this position is NC07 . State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase May result.

About 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 Contact Information

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.