Lead Correctional Case Manager — Reentry & Classification

State of Oklahoma; California (MO); On-site; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Oklahoma's 131 Department of Corrections seeks a Correctional Case Manager IV at Jess Dunn Correctional Center to oversee offender classification, program needs, and re-entry planning. This on-site role requires leadership within the classification unit and collaboration with partners to support inmates' transition to the community.

The position emphasizes interviewing, reports, and advising offenders on employment, education, and services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and four years of correctional records management or social casework experience involving classification and assignment, field supervision, or related administrative responsibilities.
• Substitution of a master’s degree for one year of required specialized experience; or equivalent combined education/experience substituting one year of inmate contact for every 30 semester hours of education.

Responsibilities

• Uses interview techniques and assessment instruments to determine offenders' security risks and programmatic needs; prepares case history reports and recommends program assignments.
• Reviews work and conduct records to determine progress or need to change assignments or security classifications; serves as a member of the classification unit for an assigned caseload.
• Advises offenders on personal problems, employment resources, vocational skills, educational and training needs, family issues and institutional adjustment.
• Delivers programs to offenders to assist in successful re-entry into the community after release from incarceration.
• Assists with or prepares reports such as parole summaries or court-ordered presentence investigations.
• Receives and handles incoming/outgoing mail for assigned offenders; develops and amends offender transition plans in line with re-entry programs.
• Establishes collaborative networks with partners to provide pre- and post-release services for offenders, involving family and community resources.

Job description

State of Oklahoma's 131 Department of Corrections seeks a Correctional Case Manager IV at Jess Dunn Correctional Center to oversee offender classification, program needs, and re-entry planning. This on-site role requires leadership within the classification unit and collaboration with partners to support inmates' transition to the community.

The position emphasizes interviewing, reports, and advising offenders on employment, education, and services.