Classification Caseworker Perry Corr Inst, Pelzer; GREENVILLE Level 3

Job Responsibilities

• Under the general supervision of the classification case manager, evaluates automated inmate records and manual records to determine eligibility for institutional assignment, custody changes, jobs and treatment programs.
• Serves as chairperson of the institutional classification committee.
• Coordinates an equitable classification system for a caseload of approximately 250 inmates.
• Conducts periodic reviews of inmates’ progress.
• Interviews inmates regarding their general institutional adjustment or related problems.
• Responds to inquiries for information from departmental officials and other agencies.
• Operates the SCDC computer system to enter/retrieve information pertaining to inmates’ social, criminal, educational, and family history.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Must successfully complete four (4) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

• A high school diploma and related experience. A bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the required related experience.
• 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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