Corrections Counselor 1 - SCI Forest
About The Position
Begin a rewarding career as a Corrections Counselor 1 with the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Forest. This position allows you to guide individuals as they work toward positive change and successful reintegration. You will help support their emotional growth, encourage progress, and build trust through meaningful conversations. Take pride in making a difference every day while developing valuable skills in counseling and casework—apply today! This position provides counseling and casework services to inmates and supports their adjustment, personal development, and preparation for community re-entry. The role requires communication, assessment, and collaboration with institutional staff and community partners.
Requirements
- Three years and six months as a corrections officer, and 18 college credits in any combination of sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field; or 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 18 college credits in any combination of sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field.
- Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.
- 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.
- Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
- Must meet the PA residency requirement.
- Must be able to perform essential job functions.
- Must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
Responsibilities
- Conduct interviews to support adjustment, address concerns, and encourage positive development
- Maintain records, prepare reports, and communicate with staff, families, and outside agencies
- Analyze tests, compile histories, and document evaluations for programming and planning
- Work with treatment teams to align counseling, activities, and educational services
- Assist with parole preparation, gather identification documents, and recommend community resources
Benefits
- Eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
