Inmate Classification & Rehabilitation Specialist

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Fredonia (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, Kentucky Department of Corrections, Division of Adult Institutions, seeks a Classification and Treatment Officer for the Western Kentucky Correctional Complex. The position reviews inmate files and supports safe, humane operation at the facility located at 374 New Bethel Church Road, Fredonia, KY 42411.

You will interview and classify inmates, serve on classification committees, recommend programming, and utilize the Kentucky Offender Management System to enter

Qualifications

• EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree
• EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE
• Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE
• Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional experience in corrections, law enforcement, or a related field will substitute for the education on a year for year basis. Current or prior military experience will substitute for the required education on a year for year basis.
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Responsibilities

• Interview and classify all inmates.
• Serve as a member during classification committee.
• Recommend programming based on inmate’s needs.
• Utilize the Kentucky Offender Management System and enter information into inmate files.
• Review inmate classifications for reclassification as needed per adjustment results and the removal and addition of detainers.
• Conduct risk assessments and 30-day reviews for each inmate.
• Field phone calls from family members as well as attorneys and other outside agencies.
• Arrange scheduled visits with attorneys and other outside agencies as needed.
• Review Meritorious Good Time monthly for current caseload.
• Review and submit job classification forms.
• Assist security staff when needed in the unit and on the yard.
• Work a designated late night each week and facilitate an inmate program.
• Conduct daily tours throughout the unit.
• Hold scheduled office hours to remain accessible to inmates and answer questions.
• Serve as a Grievance Committee member.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, Kentucky Department of Corrections, Division of Adult Institutions, seeks a Classification and Treatment Officer for the Western Kentucky Correctional Complex. The position reviews inmate files and supports safe, humane operation at the facility located at 374 New Bethel Church Road, Fredonia, KY 42411.

You will interview and classify inmates, serve on classification committees, recommend programming, and utilize the Kentucky Offender Management System to enter