Corrections Inmate Treatment & Intake Caseworker

County of Berks, PA; Leesport (Berks County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Berks seeks a Treatment Caseworker to conduct intake interviews and assessments, orient newly committed inmates, and perform case management including classifications and reassessments.

You will prepare referrals, schedule visits, liaison with parole authorities and service providers, and maintain accurate case notes while ensuring compliance with jail policies and PA DOC standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• One year of documented experience in a government setting.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training may satisfy requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conducts intake interviews, assessments, and screens, completing classifications within 48 hours of admission.
• Provides orientation to newly committed inmates within the first 48 hours of admission.
• Organizes, gathers, and creates paperwork for inmate files and tracks intake progress.
• Addresses inmate concerns through case management on units, including parole summaries and reassessments.
• Serves as liaison to community service providers, parole authorities, court officials, and treatment service providers.
• Performs data gathering, record keeping, and limited clerical functions as required.

Skills

Counseling theories

Multicultural awareness

Documentation

Written communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work

Job description

County of Berks seeks a Treatment Caseworker to conduct intake interviews and assessments, orient newly committed inmates, and perform case management including classifications and reassessments.

You will prepare referrals, schedule visits, liaison with parole authorities and service providers, and maintain accurate case notes while ensuring compliance with jail policies and PA DOC standards.