Caseworker – State of Wyoming – Rawlins, WY

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This position will meet and work with inmates to complete classification actions, parole summaries, progress reports, and work release plans, assists in cell and pod inspections, and responds to informal inmate grievances.

Human Resource Contact: [email protected] 307-328-7426

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

• Classifies inmates complete risk management assessment for program and housing placement and makes referrals based on need.
• Delivers evidence-based programs.
• Responsible for individualized case planning, monitoring and reporting correspondence, contacts, and case notes for all inmates on caseload.
• Responsible for casework management duties to include planning and production in all facets of programming and associated documentation.
• Administers risk/needs assessments.
• Works with offenders to develop pro-social behaviors and to prepare inmates for successful re-entry into society.
• Prepares, organizes, schedules, and implements cognitive-behavioral programming and individual interventions.
• Monitors inmate compliance with established goals and objectives; updates case plans as needed.
• Facilitates compliance with court-ordered recommendations and parole board actions for offenders.
• Facilitates attorney-client phone calls.
• Assists security in the day-to-day operations of the unit.

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference may be given to those with a Bachelor’s Degree typically in Social Services; Plus 1-2 year(s) of progressive work experience in Casework.

**The Wyoming Department of Corrections will only accept degrees from an accredited University or College from a nationally recognized accrediting organization. Agency requires that applicants provide transcripts and documentation of degrees at the time of the interview.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of human behavior, motivation, and interpersonal behavior.
• Knowledge of the varied techniques of programming/education.
• Knowledge of social work principles and practices.
• Knowledge of interviewing and counseling techniques.
• Knowledge of current social, economic, and health problems and community resources.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Corrections is a Drug-Free Workplace. Per WDOC policy, all staff is subject to drug testing while employed by WDOC. Successful applicants for employment must pass a background/reference check and urinalysis drug test prior to appointment.
• WDOC is a Tobacco-Free workplace and prohibits the taking, carrying, possessing, or introducing of smoking materials, smokeless tobacco, or tobacco substitutes on or into WDOC facilities and grounds.
• WDOC has a strict dress code policy to include standards for facial hair, body art, and piercings/gauges. All applicants must meet the standards of this dress code to be considered for employment.
• WDOC offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, paid vacations and sick leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement program, Wyoming State Retirement, and 457 deferred compensation program, longevity pay opportunities for advancement. Please visit our website at http://doc.state.wy.us/