Corrections Assessment Specialist: Reentry & Risk Expert

Corrections Connection; Robinson (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Assessment Specialist dedicated to improving reintegration outcomes for individuals in custody. You will conduct risk assessments to guide programming and develop priority-driven case plans.

The role emphasizes motivational interviewing, evaluating programs, and preparing reports, with opportunities for ongoing training and advancement in a diverse, DEI-focused workplace.

Qualifications

• Requires master's degree in social work, psychology, or related field.
• Requires one year of professional direct-client casework experience, preferably in a correctional setting, that includes conducting risk and needs assessments, and, performing client intake interviews, assessments, or other evaluative processes; counseling; or providing reentry services.
• This title is included as an Upward Mobility Program Credential title.

Responsibilities

• Conducts motivational interviews with assigned individuals in custody to complete comprehensive risk, assets, and needs assessments.
• Evaluates the provision of designated programs to the individual in custody population.
• Completes 30-day follow-up PREA assessment for Individuals in custody.
• Prepares complex written and/or oral reports for review by other professional and administrative staff.
• Attends staff training required by the Department.
• Participates in crisis intervention to resolve immediate or urgent individual in custody concerns and makes referrals to a qualified mental health professional.
• Develops and implements new program initiatives including, but not limited to: evidence-based programming, cognitive behavioral programming, and re-entry programming.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Skills

Motivational interviewing

Case planning

Risk and needs assessments

Program evaluation

Correctional/human services experience

Education

Master's degree in social work, psychology, or related field

Job description

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Assessment Specialist dedicated to improving reintegration outcomes for individuals in custody. You will conduct risk assessments to guide programming and develop priority-driven case plans.

The role emphasizes motivational interviewing, evaluating programs, and preparing reports, with opportunities for ongoing training and advancement in a diverse, DEI-focused workplace.