Correctional Case Manager Southern CI

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Correctional Case Manager (S)

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community.

Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Reporting to a Correctional Programs Supervisor, this position is responsible for carrying a caseload of offenders, conducting initial assessments of offender needs, developing case plans, answering and following up on offender questions and problems, and making recommendations to the classification committee. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assisting in major dynamic programs or coordinating major specialized programs for the rehabilitation of offenders, such as, offender work assignments, work release, education, or recreation; as well as transition planning and coordinating.
• Planning and coordinating transition (re-entry) prior to parole or release into the community for offenders.
• Providing supportive counseling techniques and interviewing skills.
• Working knowledge of Prisons' policies and procedures.
• Gathering and evaluating information concerning an individual's past experience(s), training, attitude, social environment, and mental capabilities.
• Working knowledge of correctional programs and services available to individuals from the community and other public and private programs.
• Developing, implementing, coordinating, and supervising a program within the framework of Prisons' policies and procedures.
• Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Working under stressful conditions caused by direct contact with incarcerated offenders, who can become physically violent and/or verbally abusive.
• Defending oneself against attacks by violent persons.
• Working some evening hours, weekends, and holidays.

Salary Range: $37,377 - $65,408

This job posting will close at 11:59 pm, the night before the end date listed above.

This is a RE-POST of position . Previous applicants are still under consideration and do NOT need to re-apply.

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Knowledge of supportive counseling techniques.

Necessary Special

Qualifications:

MUST be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.

To be considered for a Correctional Case Manager position, ALL applicants must :

• Meet Criminal Justice Standards requirements (12 NCAC 09G.0302)
• Pass a criminal background check
• Produce a negative drug screening result
• Successfully complete medical and psychological evaluations
• Possess a valid driver's license

Required Adverse Weather Reporting :

This position is designated as "Mandatory" and must report or stay over during adverse weather events.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits.

The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health Insurance options
• Retirement Plans
• NCFlex Supplemental Benefits
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave
• Paid Parental Leave

Visit the State Benefits website for additional information.

Note to Current State Employees:

The salary grade for this position is NC07. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and…