Job Description

Case manager

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CASE MANAGER

MONTANA WOMENS PRISON

DEER LODGE, MT.

The

Montana Department of Corrections (DOC)

is creating a safer Montana through Accountability, Rehabilitation and Empowerment. If you want to work making positive changes in your community, the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you!


The Rehabilitation and Programs Division ensures the physical and mental well-being of inmates, delivers educational and vocational opportunities within prisons, and oversees community facilities dedicated to successfully reintegrating offenders into Montana communities. Also, this division delivers trauma-informed support to victims of offenders in the correctional system. Join the team responsible for building better tomorrows today!


The

Case Manager

addresses and supports offenders assigned to Montana State Prison by using appropriate programming, education, treatment, individual program directives and release planning. The Case Manager's duties include but are not limited to:

Looking at system risk and transition services for offenders. Case Planning, prioritizing and managing caseloads. Classification of offenders Conducting Risk Assessments through Motivational interviewing (MORRA). Facilitating groups related to the specific needs of the population (Victims Impact or Career Path Group Types).

QUALIFICATIONS

The knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:

Bachelor's in criminal justice, psychology, education or a related field. 2 years of job-related experience.

Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

BENEFITS

Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generousState of Montana Benefits.


State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.


To initiate an application and be considered, you must attach your resume, cover letter, and mark the attachments as a "Relevant File". In your cover letter, state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.


Successful applicants will be subject to:

Criminal history check Child/patient/offender abuse registries Reference checks Medicaid Fraud Background Check

Prison Rape Elimination Act -

Any person who has been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or any person who has been civilly or administratively adjusted to have engaged in the activity as described are not qualified for this position.

Tobacco Free -

The use of all tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes is prohibited in Department of Corrections buildings. In secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is prohibited.

Applicant Pool Statement

If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.

Training Assignment

This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary: $

28.04 - 28.04 Hourly

Telework Eligibility

Not Telework Eligible

Benefits Package Eligibility

Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

1

Employee Status

Regular

Schedule

Full-Time

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location

Billings

Agency

Department of Corrections

Union

Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date

Nov 3, 2025, 2:43:42 PM

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone)

: Nov 25, 2025, 12:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials

Cover Letter, Resume

Contact Name

Paula Plattner |

Contact Email

paula.plattner@mt.gov |

Contact Phone

406-415-6203