Classification Caseworker Kirkland Correctional Inst, Columbia; RICHLAND Level 3

Job Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, administers group/selected individual tests, conducts interviews to determine vocational and treatment information.
• Refers inmates for additional assessment.
• Provides orientation from each inmate through video and verbal communication.
• Explains the intake process and provides an overview of the SCDC.
• Administers and evaluates group tests of intelligence, academic achievement and substance abuse.
• Individually conducts the intake assessment interview on each inmate and makes appropriate CRT entries as required on assessment screens.
• Generates appropriate referrals based on assessment data.
• Reviews all inmate records for appropriate documentation and contacts proper individuals/agencies to obtain additional information when needed.
• Completes institutional assignment and adds transfer requests to assigned institutions.

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:
Recruiting and Employment Services  Employment.gov

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.

Filling multiple positions: 019620.

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.