Correctional Caseworker

　　Date Posted: Jan 24, 2024

　　Requisition ID: 437025

　　Location:

　　Michigan City, IN, US, 46360

　　Work for Indiana

　　Grow your career with the State of Indiana! With more than 50 executive branch agencies, the State of Indiana is a diverse workforce offering employees stimulating and challenging projects across a broad scope of career opportunities. As a State of Indiana employee, you impact the well-being of Indiana’s communities every day.

　　At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion - Our goal is to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace, with a workforce that is representative of the State of Indiana population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process, as well as perform the essential functions of a role.

　　Next Level benefits at the State of Indiana are here! Be sure to review our expanded benefit package offerings below.

　　About Indiana State Prison:

　　As a part of the Indiana Department of Correction, the Indiana State Prison promotes public safety by providing meaningful, effective opportunities for successful re-entry. We strive to model best Correctional practices, return productive citizens to our communities, and inspire a culture of accountability, integrity and professionalism. The Indiana State Prison is a maximum security Correctional facility for adult males . The Indiana State Prison is located in Michigan City, Indiana. The Indiana State Prison is the oldest Correctional facility in operations for the Department of Correction, located on 100 acres in Michigan City, Indiana. The Indiana State Prison houses incarcerated individuals with long sentences or individuals convicted of violent crimes.

　　Salary:

　　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:

　　​The essential functions of this role are as follows:

　　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 requirement 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 related field. Substitutions: Each one (1) year of related education may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.

　　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.

　　Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

　　This role provides supervision for incarcerated individuals and requires a high level of judgment and care.

　　Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

　　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

　　Equal Employment Opportunity:

　　The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruit, select, develop, and promote 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.

　　If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected].

　　The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.

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