Corrections Counselor 1 - SCI Mahanoy

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Schuylkill County, PA

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Become a Corrections Counselor 1 with the Department of Corrections (DOC) and support inmates as they work toward positive change. At the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Mahanoy, you will help inmates understand their goals, solve problems, and build stronger decision-making skills. This role gives you the chance to guide daily progress and encourage responsible choices. Step into a position where your patience and communication skills make a meaningful difference. This position provides counseling and casework services that help inmates adjust to daily routines and work toward successful reentry into the community. You will guide individuals through concerns, review important information, and assist with planning that supports positive progress.

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.
• 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.
• Meet the PA residency requirement.
• Be able to perform essential job functions.
• Pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Meet with inmates to discuss concerns, encourage good choices, and support adjustment
• Complete summaries, referrals, and other records to track progress
• Look over histories, reports, and scores to help identify needs and goals
• Work with staff to keep treatment plans and expectations aligned
• Help prepare recommendations and reports for reentry and parole review

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level