CORRECTIONAL CASEWORK SUPERVISOR

Position Overview

Under general direction of the Clinical Services Supervisor at Pinckneyville Correctional Center, directs the case management services at Murphysboro Re-Entry Center. Coordinates the flow of information to and from the counselors, relative to assignments. Coordinates the preparation of psychological and psychiatric referrals. Supervises staff.

Job Responsibilities

1. Supervises staff.

2. Directs counselors by setting forth specific behavioral objectives to be achieved by the counselor.

3. Coordinates the preparation of psychological and psychiatric referrals.

4. Monitors staff engaged in appropriate release procedures and pre-release processing.

5. Participates in standing committees such as Adjustment, Assignment or Program Teams.

6. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Requirements

1. Knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college supplemented by a master's degree in behavioral or social sciences.
2. Two (2) years of progressively responsible professional experience in corrections, behavioral, social sciences or a related field.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Thorough knowledge of counseling and guidance principles and practices of criminology, corrections or casework.
2. Thorough knowledge of the folkways and mores of nationality, racial or social groups.
3. Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of sociological and psychological services.

Conditions of Employment

1. Requires the ability to pass the Illinois Department of Corrections background check.

2. On January 1, 2020, the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act made it legal for residents over the age or 21 to produce, consume and sell cannabis in Illinois. Please note that although the law has changed, the Department will continue to enforce the Department’s zero tolerance Drug Testing policy. The use of unauthorized drugs, including cannabis, by an employee, regardless of the position held is prohibited.

3. REQUIRES a COVID-19 VACCINATION.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity, equity and inclusion. This commitment is at the forefront of our operations, hiring, policies and procedures, and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment, the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly, respectfully, and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agency's success. IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued, respected, and included.

Through our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEi), we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including, but not limited to, racism, ageism, ableism, sexism, discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender, and religious oppression.

The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in behavior of individuals in custody, operating successful reentry programs, and reducing victimization.

Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; retirement plan and deferred compensation; state holidays and other benefit time off; tuition reimbursement; and pre-tax benefit programs. The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities.

The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.