Correctional Case Manager

About the role

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! Description of Work This position is assigned to Maury Correctional Institution. Position will be assigned to a housing unit in the custody area. Effective verbal/written communication with other staff, offenders, and the general public. Be capable of defending oneself against attack by violent persons. Work under stressful conditions caused by direct contact with incarcerated offenders who can become physically violent/ verbally abusive. Conduct continuous visual/audio surveillance of assigned work area. Accurately operate office machines/ prepare written reports/forms which accurately reflect information reviewed from various sources. Demonstrate/ instruct offenders in the proper safe use of tools, equipment/supplies. Review, analyze/evaluate various documents and behavioral data gathered from interview/documentation/personal observation. Perform crisis intervention/routine counseling to include suicide prevention. Account for supplies/ equipment. Implement/ manage correctional programs. Salary Range: 37,377 - 65,408 Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Thorough knowledge of policies and procedures of prisons. Working knowledge of techniques of supportive counseling and interviewing. Ability to gather and evaluate information concerning an individual's past experience, training attitude, social environment, and mental capabilities. Working knowledge of correctional programs. Working knowledge of services available to individuals from the community and other public and private programs. Ability to develop, implement, coordinate, and supervise a program within the framework of policies and procedures of Prisons. Ability to communicate effective, both orally and in writing. Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Associate's degree in Criminal Justice, Human Services, Recreation or a related field from an appropriately accredited institution; or High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of custody experience within the North Carolina Department of Public Safety; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Necessary Special Qualifications Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission. EEO Statement T he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Recruiter: Areatha Kelly Kerwin Email: DACWorkday@dac.nc.gov