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Correctional Caseworker

State of Indiana • Plainfield, IN • 1d ago

Date Posted: Aug 29, 2025

Requisition ID: 464894

Location:

Plainfield, IN, US, 46168

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About Plainfield Correctional Facility :

As a part of the Indiana Department of Correction, the Plainfield Correctional Facility 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 Plainfield Correctional Facility is a medium security Correctional facility for adult males. Plainfield Correctional Facility is located in Plainfield, Indiana. The Plainfield Correctional Facility offers resources and treatment geared toward mental health and substance use, along with multiple educational opportunities. The goal is that through treatment and rehabilitation geared toward everyone, the facility will help prepare incarcerated men to re-enter their community with more skills and confidence than when they arrived.

Role Overview:

The incumbent is responsible for providing counseling and resource information to incarcerated individuals at an adult correctional facility. As with all employees of the Department of Correction, the incumbent's first responsibility is to ensure the safety and security of the facility.

Salary Statement:

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.

Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

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:

This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. 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. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

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