Corrections Counselor 2 - SCI Smithfield

THE POSITION

Are you ready to play a vital role in helping inmates prepare for successful community reintegration? Would you enjoy working with dynamic professionals committed to providing individualized treatment and education to offenders? The Department of Corrections (DOC), State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Smithfield is seeking a highly motivated Corrections Counselor 2 to join our Treatment Team. If you want an advancement opportunity that utilizes your counseling and casework skills, then we want to talk to you. Apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Corrections Counselor 2, you will provide professional counseling and casework services to inmates with behavioral and adjustment issues. You will interview inmates to facilitate their institutional adjustment, assist with issues that are inherent in a correctional setting, and provide encouragement to help inmates develop a sense of dignity and responsibility. You will also make referrals and guide inmates to expand their social, educational, and vocational skills. This role requires a genuine desire to facilitate positive behavioral change that will lead to successful community reintegration. Other responsibilities include developing, maintaining, and presenting records and reports for managing an inmate caseload. In addition, maintain records and reports, participate in parole planning, and recommend Community Corrections Center placement.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: Please note, selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $63,301.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Successful completion of the Corrections Counselor 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) training program; or
• One year of professional counseling or casework experience in a correctional facility, and a bachelor's degree including 18 college credits in any combination of sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes one year of professional counseling or casework experience in a correctional facility and 18 college credits in any combination of sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field.

Special Requirements:

• You must obtain Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) and Pennsylvania Justice Network (JNET) certification within two months of employment and maintain certification for the duration of employment in this job.

Other Requirements:

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
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