Corrections Case Worker (NMCD #17548

for more job requirements & classification description:

* applications submitted without work experience or a resume will not be considered. If attaching a resume, resume must include dates of employment for each job (month & year) and details of work experience/job duties

interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.

due to the available budget allocated for this position, the hiring rate will not exceed $28.41

this position will determine proper classification of inmates, determine placement into eligible programming and inmate release preparation.

• classification of inmates
• placement into eligible programming
• inmate release

the new mexico corrections facilities

experience in the following:

• assisting interdisciplinary teams in the evaluation of offenders
• participating in follow-up services and providing monitoring of offenders
• inmate classification process
• the reentry process
• application of good time laws
• monitoring activities using a tracking system

associate degree from an accredited college or university in guidance and counseling, penology, sociology, social work, psychology, criminal justice, family studies/services, criminology, or related field as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or experience in a correctional setting, records management, file auditing, case management, law enforcement, counseling, social work, government assistance programs, rehabilitative environment, working on health or social service-related matters, behavioral health, policy and/or statutory compliance totaling two (2) years may substitute for the required education.

this position is designated as safety sensitive. Employment is subject to pre-employment and random testing, in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing.

work is performed in an adult prison environment, which includes daily contact with inmates. Willingness to work in a correctional facility, may be required to work odd hours, overtime, holidays, and weekends.

this position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.