Correctional Case Manager - (Albemarle CI)

About Us The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters! Description of Work Reporting to the Correctional Programs Supervisor, this position will carry a caseload of male medium custody level offenders which involves supportive counseling, answering and following up on questions and problems, and making recommendations to the classification committee. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Assisting in major dynamic programs or coordinating major specialized programs for the rehabilitation of offenders such as offender work assignments, work release, education, or recreation; as well as transition planning and coordinating. Working under stressful conditions caused by direct contact with incarcerated offenders who can become physically violent and verbally abusive. Conducting continuous visual and audio surveillance of assigned work area. Operating various office machines accurately. Preparing written reports and forms reflecting accurate information reviewed from various sources. Demonstrating and instructing offenders in the proper and safe use of tools, equipment, and supplies. Reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating various documents and behavioral data gathered from interviews, written documentation, and personal observations. Performing crisis intervention and routine counseling to include suicide prevention. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Range: $37,377 - $65,408 This job posting will close at 11:59 pm, the night before the end date listed above. Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: Knowledge of supportive counseling techniques. Necessary Special Qualifications : MUST be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission. To be considered for a Correctional Case Manager position, ALL applicants must : Meet Criminal Justice Standards requirements (12 NCAC 09G .0302) Pass a criminal background check Produce a negative drug screening result Successfully complete medical and psychological evaluations Possess a valid driver's license Required Adverse Weather Reporting : This position is designated as 'Mandatory' and must report or stay over during adverse weather events. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits. State Benefits Information : Health Insurance options Retirement Plans NCFlex Supplemental Benefits Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave Paid Parental Leave Visit the State Benefits website for additional information. Note to Current State Employees : The salary grade for this position is NC07 . State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase May result. About the Division of Institutions : The Division of Institutions manages the daily operations of all state-operated prison facilities across North Carolina. Facilities are categorized by custody levels (minimum, medium, close) and house individuals serving sentences for felony convictions. The division provides safety, security, and rehabilitative services through trained custody staff, program facilitators, and administrative personnel. About Albemarle Correctional Institution: Albemarle Correctional Institution is located in Badin, North Carolina and houses up to 856 male offenders in a medium custody facility. Supplemental Application Information : The North Carolina Department of Adul #J-18808-Ljbffr nc