Program Support Technician (Health Services): Sussex State Prison

Provides administrative and programmatic support to the Medical/Nursing department in support of the unit and agency mission.

Updates and maintains records, files and automated databases.

Maintains institutional health records in compliance with IOP’s and medical protocols.

Assists with scheduling health/therapy sessions, programs, and groups for offenders.

Prepares copies of relevant documentation, maintains files, emails documentation and answers telephone calls.

Demonstrated ability to research and analyze data in order to reach logical conclusions and prepare routine reports.

Experience providing customer service and administrative support to include word processing, filing, and other related duties in a professional office setting.

Additional Considerations

Demonstrated ability to read and interpret legal documents and release/discharge documents.

Administrative experience in a healthcare, criminal justice, court, or law office setting.

Previous clerical experience in a medical environment.

Working knowledge of medical terminology and experience with medical records.

Demonstrated ability to set up and maintain automated and manual filing systems

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.