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• Works with inmates to determine individual needs including but not limited to:
• Coordination and collaboration with probation/parole.
• Verifying address for release with the courts.
• Identifying and assisting with re-integration needs and makes referrals as appropriate.
• Coordination with the courts for upcoming hearings as necessary.
• Participates in any classification or re-classification tasks as directed.
• Recommends available programs and services based on inmate’s needs and assists in the coordination of programming and services.
• Completes visits to assigned housing units no less than three (3) times a week.
• Addresses day-to-day concerns of unit staff and inmates as needed.
• Conducts assessments as directed.
• Responds to inmates’ requests either directly received from an inmate or received from Administration.
• Submits parole forms and other documentation to Jail Administration and the Courts as directed.
• Supports and assists with all safety and justice initiatives to reduce the overall jail population and recidivism.
• Resolves conflicts regarding an inmate’s charges, sentencing information, and other stipulations/mandates imposed by the Courts.
• Coordinates with Alternative Housing, Inmate Programs, and Reentry for collaboration with services.
• Works with other County departments and agencies.
• Attends trainings as directed.
• Participates on committees and workgroups as designated by the Warden or Deputy Wardens.
• Performs other related duties as required or requested.

• Counseling and casework/case management methods and techniques
• General laws, guidelines, policies, and procedures of appropriate agencies and government jurisdictions
• Notary functions
• Criminal justice system

• Interact with an inmate population
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, outside agencies, the public, and inmates, etc.
• Respond to the needs and problems of inmates
• Maintain accurate case records
• Communicate effectively and efficiently both orally and in writing
• Follow written and oral instructions
• Adapt to work on a multi-disciplinary team
• Resolve problems and practice resource engagement

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