Corrections Unit Caseworker - Community Corrections Center - Lincoln

Corrections Unit Caseworker

• Community Corrections Center
• Lincoln State of Nebraska
• 3.

4 Lincoln, NE Job Details Full-time $30.60 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Military leave Paid time off Vision insurance Loan forgiveness Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Qualifications Driver's License Driving Full Job Description The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Correctional Services

• Agency 46

Location:

Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate:

$30.600

Job Posting:

JR2026-00025944

Corrections Unit Caseworker

• Community Corrections Center
• Lincoln (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 05-15-2026

Job Description:

Are you looking for a position that offers a competitive salary with advancement opportunities and benefits? medical/dental/vision insurance free basic life insurance 156% state-matched retirement 100% tuition assistance paid vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately 13 holidays military leave Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible through the Federal government Information about the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at .

Duties:

Assign, schedule, and oversee inmate work to meet timelines and quality standards. Monitor, document, and report inmate performance, training needs, and behavior. Train inmates in sanitation tasks and inspect living areas for safety and cleanliness. Write reports on inspections, grievances, disciplinary actions, and performance. Observe inmate behavior, address issues, and provide orientation on rules and expectations. Assist in developing treatment plans by researching backgrounds and counseling inmates. Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations to maintain order. Participate in disciplinary hearings and recommend corrective actions or program changes. Work includes mandatory and voluntary overtime, covering all shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements/Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree in criminal justice, behavioral science, human services or related field OR two years of experience working with persons referred through the legal system. Must be at least 18 years of age. No felony or domestic abuse related convictions.

Other:

Must have a valid driver's license. Transcripts required at time of appointment. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass a medical exam, and at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program. If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub

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