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Classification Caseworker (#017299) Leath Correctional Institution, Greenwood (GREENWOOD) Level 2

State of South Carolina

Greenwood County, SCFull-time$49–50K/yrPosted 5 days agoVerified open 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$49–50K/yr
Location
Greenwood County, SC
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

The Classification Caseworker evaluates inmate records, coordinates a classification system for roughly 250 inmates, conducts periodic reviews, interviews and counsels inmates, responds to inquiries, operates correctional databases, and may serve as Institutional Records Manager, all while completing required training.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Evaluation of Inmate RecordsClassification System CoordinationPeriodic Review ConductingInmate InterviewingInmate CounselingInquiry ResponseCorrectional Database OperationInstitutional Records Management

Qualifications

High School DiplomaBachelor's DegreeAssociate's DegreeOne Year Combination Administrative and/or Correctional ExperienceTwo Year Combination Administrative and/or Correctional ExperienceFour Weeks of SCDC Basic Training Upon Hire

Full job description

  • Evaluate inmate records to determine eligibility for institutional assignment, custody changes, employment, and treatment programs.

  • Coordinate and implement an equitable classification system for a caseload of approximately 250 inmates.

  • Conduct periodic reviews and evaluate inmate's progress.

  • Interview inmates, discuss and record progress made on a periodic basis.

  • Counsel inmates relating to their general institutional adjustment or related problems.

  • Respond orally and/or through written correspondence to inquiries or information on inmates by departmental officials and other agencies

  • Operate the SCDC computer to ascertain information pertaining to inmates' social, criminal, educational and family histories.

  • May serve as the Institutional Records Manager.

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 relevant program 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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