Corrections Unit Caseworker - Omaha Correctional Center

State of Nebraska; Omaha (NE); Sur place; USD 32 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

State of Nebraska – Correctional Services, Omaha, NE, offers a competitive salary with advancement opportunities and benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, free basic life insurance, retirement, 100% tuition assistance, paid vacation, 13 holidays and sick leave.

Duties include assigning and supervising inmate work, monitoring performance, training in sanitation, writing inspections and disciplinary reports, and ensuring policy compliance.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in criminal justice, behavioral science, human services or related field OR two years of experience working with persons referred through the legal system.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• No felony or domestic abuse related convictions.

Responsabilités

• Assign, schedule, and oversee inmate work to meet timelines and quality standards.
• Monitor, document, and report inmate performance, training needs, and behavior.
• Train inmates in sanitation tasks and inspect living areas for safety and cleanliness.
• Write reports on inspections, grievances, disciplinary actions, and performance.
• Observe inmate behavior, address issues, and provide orientation on rules and expectations.
• Assist in developing treatment plans by researching backgrounds and counseling inmates.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations to maintain order.
• Participate in disciplinary hearings and recommend corrective actions or program changes.
• Work includes mandatory and voluntary overtime, covering all shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Connaissances

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Formation

Associate's degree in criminal justice or related field

Description du poste

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Correctional Services - Agency 46 Location: Omaha, NE Hiring Rate: $31.520

Job Description: Offering a competitive salary with advancement opportunities plus benefits to include medical/dental/vision insurance, free basic life insurance, retirement, 100% tuition assistance, paid vacation, 13 holidays and sick leave.

Information about the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov.

For more information call 402-522-7008.

For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at [e-mail].

DUTIES

• Assign, schedule, and oversee inmate work to meet timelines and quality standards.
• Monitor, document, and report inmate performance, training needs, and behavior.
• Train inmates in sanitation tasks and inspect living areas for safety and cleanliness.
• Write reports on inspections, grievances, disciplinary actions, and performance.
• Observe inmate behavior, address issues, and provide orientation on rules and expectations.
• Assist in developing treatment plans by researching backgrounds and counseling inmates.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations to maintain order.
• Participate in disciplinary hearings and recommend corrective actions or program changes.
• Work includes mandatory and voluntary overtime, covering all shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree in criminal justice, behavioral science, human services or related field OR two years of experience working with persons referred through the legal system.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• No felony or domestic abuse related convictions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual skills in English and Spanish desired and assessed.

Other

• Must have a valid driver's license.

Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order: medical exam and, at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics. We are seeking talented individuals to join our team in careers that make a difference in the lives of Nebraskans. Once you've had the opportunity to explore our current open positions, apply for those of interest to you.

Contact [e-mail] for additional support.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! State Government is one of the largest and most diverse employers in Nebraska. Whether it's helping a vulnerable child, advancing public health, making highways safer, or preserving our natural resources, the work we do matters!