MDOC is destigmatizing corrections for the betterment of all Maine communities. Through the ‘Maine Model of Corrections’, we promote the safety of our staff and residents while reducing barriers to meaningful rehabilitative opportunities. We facilitate restorative justice practices that equip justice-involved residents and clients with the skills they need to become contributing members of society upon release, including treatment, education, and job training.

We are committed to rebuilding lives and are searching for great team players with a professional attitude and well-developed integrity and ethics to join us in this mission.

Position Overview:

Each resident is assigned a Correctional Care and Treatment Worker (CCTW, Case Manager) who serves as the primary case manager for their case plan. The position works with an interdisciplinary unit management team comprised of security, behavioral health, and other specialized staff, which assists each resident in developing a case management plan and provides coaching to residents in support of their institutional adjustment and other needs.

The CCTW is the primary staff that works directly with the resident and other partners such as internal staff, community-based agencies, and Probation and Parole in the development of community reintegration plans. The position also offers non-clinical individual and group programming to residents in various domains, such as domestic violence, cognitive behavioral programs, and pro-social communication.

Responsibilities:

• Gather and review background information and conduct interviews in order to orient residents, obtain necessary information, and to conduct assessments.

• Work with residents to develop and update case management plans, which include appropriate referrals to programs, jobs, education and vocational programs, and other interventions.

• Track case-management-plan progress toward its goals and keep the interdisciplinary team informed.

• Maintain thorough and up-to-date documentation in the form of case plans, progress notes, and other records.

• Regularly meet with individual residents to provide support and coaching, and assist residents with obstacles, problem solving, goal development and reentry plans.

• Collaborate with team members to modify case management and behavioral plans as needed to ensure safety and success.

• Facilitate non-clinical programs and interventions with individuals and groups.

A full description of the job plus all of the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for this work can be found on the Bureau of Human Resources website.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

In order to qualify, you must have

• A three (3) year combination of education, training, and/or experience providing knowledge of case management principles and practices and/or correctional care and treatment programs.

BENEFITS:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

• Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28 - $12,380.40 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

• Health Insurance Premium Credit– Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.

• Dental Insurance– The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).

• Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes 19% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.

• Gym Membership Reimbursement– Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.

• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts– Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.

• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness– The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.

• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

• Voluntary Deferred Compensation– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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