State of Maryland
CORRECTIONAL CASE MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST TRAINEE
State of Maryland, Maryland Line, Maryland, us, 21105
Introduction
If you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth, apply to join the DPSCS team today!
The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. We are one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. In order to fulfill our mission of promoting safety, we have increased security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that will help offenders reintegrate into society upon release.
GRADE
CORR 0003
LOCATION OF POSITION
Reisterstown Road Plaza Office Center 6776 Reisterstown Road
Baltimore, MD 21215
POSITION DUTIES
This recruitment will be used to fill
contractual
positions.
An Education Employment Specialist, under the classification of a Correctional Case Management Specialist Trainee, is the entry-level of work in assessing, evaluating, developing, and monitoring appropriate educational programs. Employees in this classification do not supervise other positions. Required to attend formal training courses at the Maryland Correctional Training Academy for physical readiness. It is important to demonstrate physical capabilities required for defensive tactics. The academy ensures the strength, agility and endurance needed to effectively respond to emergencies and execute trained self-defense techniques. Responsible for student engagement and continuum of services. Direct contact with participants to develop Employment and Education Plans. Identify resources that address individual needs such as personal strengths, conflict resolution, self-esteem enhancements, life skills, daily decision-making, and other prison to community life stability and developmental skills. Meets with appropriate institution staff, collateral agencies, and CBOs advocating for participant resources and services and disseminating information. Provide post-release follow-up and wrap-around services to include community resources information including housing, employment, education, transportation, recreation, health, religious/spiritual and other resources. Compiles statistical data by keeping detailed records relating to Higher Education and Occupational training programs as a reporting requirement for BJA Grant and DPSCS Education and Employment project. Data Collection should include but is not limited to number of individuals referred to receive education and employment services; number of educational/training events provided; number of individuals referred to the Labor Re-Entry Navigator; track participant contact hours; and maintain an agency/CBO contact log. Work with DPSCS administrative staff to complete Monthly, Quarterly and Annual reports. Works with administrative staff to plan, establish, and modify the programs and services offered by the EES to meet the requirements of the assigned grant. Assists in the creation of marketing tools, implementation of policies and procedures, and modification of services provided. Ensure program and grant compliance. Identify and monitor potential at-risk participants. Evaluate the effectiveness of program plans and modify appropriately to ensure success. Coordinates and oversees student and community engagement. Monitors the quality of the services administered. Provides recommendations for successful delivery of services. Provide support services to the Director of Education with administrative duties connected to the new program. Travel to various sites to connect with EESs, participants and other city, county, and DPSCS representatives. Completes required EES training to maintain working knowledge of the position. Completes renewal process, if required to maintain position. Completes department-required training. Performs and completes all other related duties as assigned. Maintains a good attendance rate. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: None.
Note:
The above educational requirement is set by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Title 12, Subtitle 10 of the Code of Maryland Regulations.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience compiling statistical data. Experience coordinating education/training events. Experience identifying resources that address educational plans.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Employees who have not already done so must meet the required selection standards and successfully complete the training prescribed by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission for a Correctional Classification Counselor. Selection standards for correctional training are listed in detail in the Code of Maryland Regulations 12.10.09 and include the following:
U.S Citizenship or Resident Alien status Must be at least 21 years of age A completed background investigation Oral interview Physical examination.
2. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.
BENEFITS
Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.
Leave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be emailed to the HR Analyst. Paper application materials must be received in our office
by the closing date for the recruitment .
If you are submitting additional information, the preferred method is to upload it with your application.
All uploaded additional information must be received by the closing date and time . If you are unable to upload, please email the requested information to the HR Analyst. Only additional materials that are requested will be accepted for this recruitment.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, HRSD-Recruitment Division, HR Analyst for this recruitment:
Linda Franklin-Barber
lindag.franklin@maryland.gov
Phone: 443-691-6628
If you are having difficulties with submitting your online application, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
If you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth, apply to join the DPSCS team today!
The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. We are one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. In order to fulfill our mission of promoting safety, we have increased security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that will help offenders reintegrate into society upon release.
GRADE
CORR 0003
LOCATION OF POSITION
Reisterstown Road Plaza Office Center 6776 Reisterstown Road
Baltimore, MD 21215
POSITION DUTIES
This recruitment will be used to fill
contractual
positions.
An Education Employment Specialist, under the classification of a Correctional Case Management Specialist Trainee, is the entry-level of work in assessing, evaluating, developing, and monitoring appropriate educational programs. Employees in this classification do not supervise other positions. Required to attend formal training courses at the Maryland Correctional Training Academy for physical readiness. It is important to demonstrate physical capabilities required for defensive tactics. The academy ensures the strength, agility and endurance needed to effectively respond to emergencies and execute trained self-defense techniques. Responsible for student engagement and continuum of services. Direct contact with participants to develop Employment and Education Plans. Identify resources that address individual needs such as personal strengths, conflict resolution, self-esteem enhancements, life skills, daily decision-making, and other prison to community life stability and developmental skills. Meets with appropriate institution staff, collateral agencies, and CBOs advocating for participant resources and services and disseminating information. Provide post-release follow-up and wrap-around services to include community resources information including housing, employment, education, transportation, recreation, health, religious/spiritual and other resources. Compiles statistical data by keeping detailed records relating to Higher Education and Occupational training programs as a reporting requirement for BJA Grant and DPSCS Education and Employment project. Data Collection should include but is not limited to number of individuals referred to receive education and employment services; number of educational/training events provided; number of individuals referred to the Labor Re-Entry Navigator; track participant contact hours; and maintain an agency/CBO contact log. Work with DPSCS administrative staff to complete Monthly, Quarterly and Annual reports. Works with administrative staff to plan, establish, and modify the programs and services offered by the EES to meet the requirements of the assigned grant. Assists in the creation of marketing tools, implementation of policies and procedures, and modification of services provided. Ensure program and grant compliance. Identify and monitor potential at-risk participants. Evaluate the effectiveness of program plans and modify appropriately to ensure success. Coordinates and oversees student and community engagement. Monitors the quality of the services administered. Provides recommendations for successful delivery of services. Provide support services to the Director of Education with administrative duties connected to the new program. Travel to various sites to connect with EESs, participants and other city, county, and DPSCS representatives. Completes required EES training to maintain working knowledge of the position. Completes renewal process, if required to maintain position. Completes department-required training. Performs and completes all other related duties as assigned. Maintains a good attendance rate. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: None.
Note:
The above educational requirement is set by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Title 12, Subtitle 10 of the Code of Maryland Regulations.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience compiling statistical data. Experience coordinating education/training events. Experience identifying resources that address educational plans.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Employees who have not already done so must meet the required selection standards and successfully complete the training prescribed by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission for a Correctional Classification Counselor. Selection standards for correctional training are listed in detail in the Code of Maryland Regulations 12.10.09 and include the following:
U.S Citizenship or Resident Alien status Must be at least 21 years of age A completed background investigation Oral interview Physical examination.
2. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.
BENEFITS
Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.
Leave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be emailed to the HR Analyst. Paper application materials must be received in our office
by the closing date for the recruitment .
If you are submitting additional information, the preferred method is to upload it with your application.
All uploaded additional information must be received by the closing date and time . If you are unable to upload, please email the requested information to the HR Analyst. Only additional materials that are requested will be accepted for this recruitment.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, HRSD-Recruitment Division, HR Analyst for this recruitment:
Linda Franklin-Barber
lindag.franklin@maryland.gov
Phone: 443-691-6628
If you are having difficulties with submitting your online application, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.