Correctional Case Manager

COUNTY OF BUCKS

JOB TITLE:


Correctional Case Manager


JOB CODE:


0931


DEPARTMENT:


Department of Corrections


UNION:


01


FLSA STATUS:


Non-Exempt


GRADE:

POSITION SUMMARY :
Provides a variety of case management services to inmates confined at the Bucks County Department of Corrections.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Conducts classifications on all commitments to identify offender needs and housing concerns.
• Orients and educates new/recent admissions to each facility.
• Maintains caseload which includes, but is not limited to, creating/updating case plans, ensuring court requirements are satisfied, handling offender issues, and facilitates work release and reentry planning.
• Sends internal and external referrals as required.
• Corresponds with courts, probation and parole, social services and other outside agencies as required. Assists with criminal and civil virtual hearings, as necessary.
• Presents custody level reviews to supervisors.
• Assists in general supervision of personnel who may be performing occasional case management duties, i.e., practicum students, etc.
• Conducts program facilitation and assists with virtual programs as needed.
• Submit reports as required.
• May be required to perform additional work that follows prescribed or well-established procedures that can be learned within a reasonable time by training on the job. More detailed instructions as to the nature of their duties will be given to employees at the beginning of work.
• Provides crisis intervention, as necessary.
• Functions as part of the Unit Management Team.
• In an emergency situation, assume the duties of Corrections Officer.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's Degree preferred with one-year correctional experience, or a combination of education and experience is acceptable.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Thorough knowledge of the Criminal Justice system with a clear understanding of Corrections.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of OMSe, JNET, CorreTrak, and Microsoft Office.
• Must be able to type 20 WPM.
• Possess a high stress tolerance capacity; be very adaptable to changing circumstances.
• Requires a valid vehicle operator's license prior to appointment and during tenure as a Case Manager.
• Ability to perform duties while "locked" inside a correctional facility in direct contact with incarcerated offenders.
• Must successfully complete the Department of Corrections' Basic Training class.

Position: Correctional Case Manager

FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Physical Demands: (Check all that apply)


Balancing


X

Stooping


X

Pushing


X


Climbing


X


Crouching


X


Pulling


X


Crawling


X


Kneeling


X


Handling


X


Standing


X


Sitting


X


Talking


X


Turning


X


Reaching


X


Hearing


X


Seeing


X


Color Vision

Depth Perception


X


Mobility


X

Lifting: (Check one)


Carrying: (Check one)

Sedentary


(0-10 lbs)

Sedentary


(<10 lbs)

Light


(0-20 lbs)

Light


(0-10 lbs)

Medium


(0-50 lbs)

Medium


(0-25 lbs)

Heavy


(0- 100 lbs)

Heavy


(0- 50 lbs)


X


Very Heavy


(over 100 lbs)

X


Very Heavy


(over 50 lbs)

Aptitudes: (Check all that apply)


Form perception


X

Problem solving


X


Motor coordination


X


Working speed (ex.wpm)


X


Finger dexterity


X


Manual dexterity


X


Computer/VDT ability


X


General learning ability


X


Clerical perception


X

Environmental Conditions: (Check all that apply)


Extreme cold

Extreme heat

Temperature changes


X


Wet conditions


X


Humid conditions

Exposure to fumes


X


Exposure to blood and body fluids


X


Noise and vibration


X


Exposure to chemicals


X


Poor ventilation

Inclement weather conditions;


Inside/outside weather conditions


X
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Qualifications

Typing Requirement: 20 WPM