Classification Caseworker (#019595) Kershaw Correctional Institution, Kershaw (LANCASTER) Level 2
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At a glance
Job overview
The Classification Caseworker evaluates inmate records, coordinates a classification system for roughly 250 inmates, conducts progress reviews, interviews and counsels inmates, responds to information inquiries, and operates computer systems to gather social, criminal, educational, and family history data.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Full job description
- Evaluates inmates records to determine eligibility for institutional assignments, custody changes, employment and treatment program.
- Coordinates and implements an equitable classification system for a caseload of approximately 250 inmates.
- Conducts periodic reviews and evaluates inmates progress.
- Interviews inmates, discusses and records progress made on a periodic basis.
- Counsels with inmates relating to their general institutional adjustment or related problems.
- Responds orally and/or through written correspondence to inquiries of information on inmates by departmental officials and other agencies.
- Operates the computer to ascertain information pertaining to inmates social, criminal, educational and family histories.
Must successfully complete four (4) weeks of SCDC basic training upon hire.
Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to: Recruiting and Employment Services (803) 896-1649 [email protected]
State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and related experience. A bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the required related experience. SCDC Minimum Requirements:
- A bachelor's degree;
OR
- An associate’s degree and any one (1) year combination of administrative and/or correctional experience.
OR
- A high school diploma and any (2) year combination of administrative and/or correctional experience.
The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.
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