Inmate Programs Caseworker

Salary : $21.04 - $24.75 Hourly

Location : Governmental Complex Downtown, Cheyenne

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 2025-00072

Department : Sheriff's Department

Opening Date : 10 / 08 / 2025

Hiring Range : $21.04- $24.75 an hour

Full Salary Range : $21.04- $28.47 per hour

Summary

Under general supervision, performs a variety of administrative duties, coordinates service programs to support inmates based on population needs, and coordinates access to community resources upon release.

Essential Job Functions

Essential Job Functions : (Essential function, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)

• Explains nature of Detention Center programs, procedures and services to inmates; coordinates and supervises activities, and accounts for fees for services.
• Coordinates sign-up lists for programs, develops program schedules, and maintains files of activities and participants; coordinates delivery of program services with mental health staff and volunteers.
• Provide entry level case management services to inmates within the scope of authority.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in all inmate matters.
• Maintain and update a comprehensive resource guide for individuals being released from the facility.
• Assist mental health counselors with data entry and documentation.
• Assist inmates in completing necessary paperwork.
• Perform various office duties.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

Associates degree in psychology, counseling, criminal justice, social work or closely related field. Must pass a thorough background investigation.

Knowledge and Skills :

Laramie County provides a competitive benefits package. For a detailed summary of the benefits provided please click the link below to access our benefit page.

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Have you ever been convicted of a felony charge of theft?

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Have you illegally used Steroids in the last six years?

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As an adult starting at the age of 18, did you ever use Heroin or Methamphetamines?

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Have you ever been involved in the cultivation, sale, manufacture, or distribution of any illegal drug including marijuana?

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Have you ever used any illegal drug while employed in any law enforcement agency?

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Have you misused prescription drugs, used inhalants, solvents or aerosols in the last three years?

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Have you taken any illegal drug not listed above in the last ten years?

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Have you been convicted for DWI or DUI in the last three years?

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As an adult, starting at the age of 18, have you ever sold any illegal drugs outside of a Law Enforcement capacity?

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Have you omitted, misstated, or falsely stated any information in writing, or orally to the Personnel Officer during the course of the application process?

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Have you ever been convicted, entered a guilty plea or been given probation before judgment for any assault that occurred in a domestic setting?

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Are you a United States Citizen or legally permitted to work in the U.S.?

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Have you ever been arrested or convicted of a Misdemeanor offense?

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Have you ever been convicted for an offense that was the result of a Domestic Violence arrest?

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Have you ever been convicted for Domestic Violence in a court of law?

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Has your drivers' license been suspended within the last year?

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Have you had three or more moving violations in the last three years?

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Do you have an Associates degree in psychology, counseling, criminal justice, social work or closely related field?

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Have you been convicted of Driving Under Suspension in the last three years?

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Due to the legalization of marijuana in several states prior marijuana use will be reviewed on a case by case basis. Please describe below your use of marijuana including where it was used, the last date of use and a description of frequency.

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I am aware that refusal to a medical examination, psychological examination, polygraph and urinalysis is grounds for disqualification from the process.

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Have you worked with us before? If so where?

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Have you ever been arrested for Domestic Violence ?

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Do you understand you must pass a thorough background investigation, and successfully complete a minimum of 280 hours of operational training; may be required to successfully complete a polygraph, psychological, and physical or stress test prior to appointment.

Required Question