Unit Manager

About the role

Reports to the chief of security. Responsible for the daily operations of the case management and correctional counseling in compliance with American Correctional Association (ACA) standards, Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) directives.

Essential Functions

• Orient, direct, schedule, train, supervise and evaluate all staff assigned in the designated management unit.
• Develop and implement ongoing revisions to the unit plan.
• Develop and implement programming to be conducted within the designated management unit.
• Evaluate and render decisions regarding classification, job assignments and minor disciplinary actions of inmates assigned in the designated management unit.
• Monitor the review of detailed background files and personal interviews. Recommend individual treatment programs for each assigned inmate.
• Recommend necessary program modifications throughout each inmate’s assigned stay.
• Utilize new concepts and approaches; recommend and conduct training sessions and conferences to develop greater proficiency among staff in the areas of guidance and social adjustment.
• Recommend medical and psychiatric evaluation for emotional or psychological problems.
• Evaluate results and take remedial action as warranted.
• Provide staff with the necessary community resources registry that will help in transition of the inmate.
• Promote and develop positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed.
• Assist in the evaluation of facility services for the inmates and recommend modifications for improvement.
• Maintain accountability of inmates and property; adhere to safety practices.

Education And Experience Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent with two (2) years of counseling or related correctional experience and two (2) years of supervisory experience required.
• A valid driver’s license in the state of Mississippi with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Post Hire Requirements

• Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements.

Benefit Package

• Medical benefits
• Vision benefits
• Prescription drug benefits
• Dental benefits
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 9 paid holidays
• Bereavement leave
• Civic duty and military leave
• Opportunities for job advancement

Pay

$21.00/hr.

Schedule

Full-time; 8hrs