Classification Caseworker (#018899) Ridgeland Correctional Inst, Ridgeland (JASPER) Level 2
- Seniority level
- Mid
- Employment type
- Full time
- Specialization
- Law enforcement
About the role
Posting number: 018899
Department: Department of Corrections
Division: Ridgeland CI
Job classification: Case Worker I
Posting type: Open
Categories: Clerical & Data Entry, Corrections, Human Services, Records Management, Office and Administrative Support
- Under the general supervision of the Classification Case Manager, evaluates inmates automated and manual record to determine eligibility for institutional assignment, custody changes, jobs, and treatment program.
- Serves as chairperson of the institutional classification committee.
- Coordinates an equitable classification system for a caseload of approximately 250 inmates.
- Conducts periodic reviews of inmate's progress.
- Interviews inmates relating to their general institutional adjustment or related problems.
- Responds to inquiries of information from departmental officials and other agencies.
- Operates the SCDC computer system to enter/retrieve information pertaining to inmate's social, criminal, educational and family history.
- Performs other related duties as required.
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
Requirements
A high school diploma and related experience. A bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the required related experience.
- A bachelor's degree;
Key skills
- Data Entry
- Recruiting
OR
- An associate degree and any one (1) year combination of administrative and/or correctional experience;
OR
- A high school diploma and any two (2) year combination of administrative and/or correctional experience.
Supplemental information
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.