Classification Caseworker (#016819) McCormick Correctional Inst, McCormick (McCORMICK) Level 3

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluates inmate records to determine eligibility for institutional assignment, custody changes, job assignment and treatment programs.
• Codifies and implements an equitable classification system for a caseload of approximately 250 inmates.
• Conducts periodic reviews of inmates' progress.
• Interviews inmates, discusses and records progress on a periodic basis.
• Counsels inmates as to their general adjustment to the institution and related problems.
• Responds orally and/or through written correspondence to inquiries for information on inmates by departmental officials and other agencies.
• Operates the CRT and automated system to ascertain information pertaining to inmate's criminal, educational and family history.

Requirements

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

Qualifications

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

Benefits

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.