Juvenile Program Coordinator (#019971) Young Offender Parole & Reentry, Columbia (RICHLAND)

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and monitors individualized treatment and case plans based on risk assessments and identified needs.
• Plans and conducts all assigned individualized rehabilitative counseling services to include orientation, assessment, individual, group, and family counseling.
• Documents all offender orientation, assessments, case management, crisis interventions, and other rehabilitative services in accordance with YOPRS policy and standards.
• Works in conjunction with other state agencies and participates in multidisciplinary team meetings, classification reviews, and reentry planning in addition to submitting monthly reports to collaborating agencies.
• Assists in the transition and reentry process, including coordination of community referrals, educational placements, and aftercare services when needed.
• Must successfully complete four (4) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Requirements

• State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and relevant program experience.
• SCDC Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree in guidance, counseling, or the social sciences and professional experience in human services or social services programs.
• Knowledge of psychology, sociology, human services and/or therapeutic techniques.
• Appropriate communication, time management, and written/verbal skills.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications for data entry and reporting.

Benefits

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and