Classification and Pretrial Services Counselor

Job Description

Summary:

Conduct intake interviews, make risk assessments affecting inmate custody and security levels, and determine appropriate housing, work detail, program assignments, and eligibility for services; investigate and verify information, obtain criminal histories, responsible for all aspects of inmate case management; manage, plan, organize, schedule, evaluate, and coordinate the pretrial release services program; provide referrals and recommendations to the Court; supervise program participants;

and perform other duties as assigned.

Starting salary is $31.26 per hour ($65,030 annual).The Classification and Pretrial Services Counselor position has opportunities for overtime and compensatory time.

Job Description:

Essential Functions:

Conduct intake interviews and assessments to determine inmate custody levels, appropriate housing, program eligibility, work assignments, and other classification needs.

Conduct criminal history and records checks through CJIS/JIS/RMS and other available resources; verifies information and determines eligibility for Work Release, Home Detention, Work Detail, and other programs.

Interview and assign inmates to work details throughout the detention center in accordance with policy and procedure and maintains the daily work detail roster.

Relocate inmates throughout the detention center based on institutional needs, inmate assignments, changes in security status, classification decisions, and other operational requirements.

Maintain and audit inmate records and case files, including court paperwork, housing locations, work assignments, medical documentation, incident reports, classification information, and other required records; purges files in accordance with policy.

Maintain the HCDC Keep Separates List, High Risk List, and Special Confinement status record and ensure current information is communicated to appropriate personnel.

Monitor disciplinary sanctions and distribute applicable information to security staff and the Special Confinement Team (SCT).Manage Special Confinement cases and housing, including preparing case histories, meeting with inmates regarding SCT decisions, and developing alternative housing options when appropriate.

Meet with inmates and inmate groups to address concerns, resolve issues, and develop plans or agreements designed to facilitate a safe and orderly housing environment.

Review and respond to inmate requests and provide appropriate referrals, resources, and case management services.

Conduct comprehensive pretrial screening, including face-to-face interviews, criminal history checks, records checks, and verification of information relevant to pretrial release and detention decisions.

Determine pretrial eligibility and prepare reports for the Court prior to bail review, including verified information, risk factors, and pretrial eligibility status. Present pretrial reports during bail reviews and provides recommendations to the Court regarding release or detention based on verified information and established criteria.

Provide appropriate levels of supervision to defendants released into the community on pretrial status, monitor compliance with conditions of release, and take appropriate action when concerns arise.

Monitor pretrial defendants to promote court appearance and community safety while they remain on pretrial release.

Maintain regular communication and exchange information with Agency command staff, Agency staff members, the Maryland Parole Commission, State’s Attorney’s Office, and other outside agencies.

Keep supervisors and appropriate personnel informed of significant issues and developments in a timely manner.

Cultivate and maintain positive working relationships with detention center personnel and outside…