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:
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Conducts classifications on all commitments to identify offender needs and housing concerns.
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Orients and educates new/recent admissions to each facility.
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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.
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Sends internal and external referrals as required.
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Corresponds with courts, probation and parole, social services and other outside agencies as required. Assists with criminal and civil virtual hearings, as necessary.
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Presents custody level reviews to supervisors.
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Assists in general supervision of personnel who may be performing occasional case management duties, i.e., practicum students, etc.
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Conducts program facilitation and assists with virtual programs as needed.
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Submit reports as required.
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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.
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Provides crisis intervention, as necessary.
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Functions as part of the Unit Management Team.
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In an emergency situation, assume the duties of Corrections Officer.
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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.
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Bachelor's Degree preferred with one-year correctional experience, or a combination of education and experience is acceptable.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
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Thorough knowledge of the Criminal Justice system with a clear understanding of Corrections.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Proficient in the use of OMSe, JNET, CorreTrak, and Microsoft Office.
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Must be able to type 20 WPM.
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Possess a high stress tolerance capacity; be very adaptable to changing circumstances.
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Requires a valid vehicle operator’s license prior to appointment and during tenure as a Case Manager.
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Ability to perform duties while “locked” inside a correctional facility in direct contact with incarcerated offenders.
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Must successfully complete the Department of Corrections’ Basic Training class.
