Correctional Caseworker
2 weeks ago
A fulfilling career awaits at the State of Indiana, one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package, and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
The State of Indiana is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. We strive to model best correctional practices, return productive citizens to our communities, and inspire a culture of accountability, integrity, and professionalism.
About the Role
As a Correctional Caseworker at the Indiana State Prison, you will coordinate case management matters and facilitate incarcerated individuals' access to programs and services, working with them to create case plans and assist in preparing their release and re-entry process.
Salary Information
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $42,900.00, but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
A Day in the Life:- Provide guidance to offenders on issues such as job assignments, housing changes, facility transfers, and other facility procedures.
- Act as a liaison between prospective employers, courts, community, and governmental agencies for the purpose of job development and release adjustment.
- Assess each assigned offender's risk and needs utilizing the Indiana Risk Assessment System (IRAS).
- Coordinate with all appropriate facility staff to address re-entry and release issues.
- Prepare documentation related to an offender's temporary absences and progress reports, including case notes and program referrals over the course of an offender's incarceration.
- Coordinate with the classification department staff to make appropriate classification recommendations for offenders.
- Conduct unit orientation for newly received offenders.
- Adhere to the re-entry policies to ensure all quality assurance job tasks are completed in accordance with policy.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
What You'll Need for Success:You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:
- Possession of a High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE).
- At least one (1) year related work experience in social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field.
- Within 90 days of hire, you must obtain the Indiana Risk Assessment System Certification through the Indiana Office of Court Services.
- Must test negative on all drug screenings.
- Upon hire, the ability to successfully complete all mandatory training, including the DOC Training Program, First Aid, and CPR courses.
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees, which includes:
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans.
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards.
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution.
- Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities.
- Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match.
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options.
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
- 150 hours of paid new parent leave.
- Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave.
- Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off.
- 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years.
- Education Reimbursement Program.
- Group life insurance.
- Referral Bonus program.
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits.
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
- Free Parking for most positions.
- Free LinkedIn Learning access.
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.
