Correctional Treatment Specialist; Assistant Case Management Coordinator

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

To be considered for the position, you must meet the following:

• Degree: at least 24 semester hours of coursework in the behavioral or social sciences.
• OR a combination of education and experience that includes at least 24 semester hours of coursework in the behavioral or social sciences and provides knowledge equivalent to a 4‑year degree as shown in the first point.

Courses such as sociology, correctional administration, criminal justice, government/political science, psychology, social work, counseling, and other related social or behavioral science courses may be used to satisfy the 24‑semester‑hour requirement.

Experience must have been gained in (1) casework in a correctional institution or in another criminal justice setting; (2) counseling in any setting that required diagnostic or treatment planning skills to achieve specific social or occupational goals; or (3) work treating persons in need of social rehabilitation.

In addition to the basic requirements, you must have:

Three (3) years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. Graduate education must have been in corrections or a related field such as criminal justice, sociology, counseling, social work, or other coursework related to the position.

At least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level. To be creditable, this experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular qualifications to successfully perform the duties of the position, and must typically be in or related to the position to be filled.

• Knowledge of case management policies and practices regarding programs and treatment options available and inmate participation, release, privileges and sentencing.
• Experience in providing technical assistance and serving as a resource for institution administrative staff in case management and related areas.
• Experience working as part of the institution administration to develop plans, policies, and procedures for institution management.
• Experience assisting with monitoring victim/witness and financial responsibility programs to ensure compliance with policy requirements.

Combination of successfully completed graduate level education and specialized experience. This experience must have equipped you with the qualifications to perform the major duties of this position as described above. If applicable, credit will be given for paid or unpaid experience. To receive proper credit, you must show the actual time (such as number of hours worked per week) spent in the activities.

Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application.