Classification Caseworker Lee Correctional Institution, Bishopville; LEE Level 3

Responsibilities

• Classify inmates in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Participate in an institutional orientation program and the initial assignment process of inmates.
• Interpret South Carolina statutes pertaining to inmate sentences and computation of time.
• Advise inmates on release and eligibility dates and sentence Information.
• Receive and review inmates’ requests for custody changes, job and program assignments.
• Prepare case reports and update automated reports for periodic review of inmates’ progress by a classification committee.
• Make recommendations to the classification committee for assignment and classification of inmates.
• Review proposed modifications to inmates’ classification plans and recommend necessary action.
• Assign inmates to available employment/educational/treatment program.
• Assist in the evacuation of inmates with special treatment needs.

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

Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:

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

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Minimum Requirements:

• 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.