Corrections Counselor 2 - SCI Coal Township

State of Pennsylvania • Coal Township, PA

370d • $61,903 • Remote

About The Position

If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals within the correctional system, then this is the perfect job for you. As a Corrections Counselor 2, you will be able to provide guidance and support to those who need it most, making a positive impact in their lives. Do not hesitate, apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career with the Department of Corrections (DOC), State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Coal Township! As a Corrections Counselor 2, you will be responsible for providing a variety of complex counseling and casework services to inmates at the State Correctional Institutional at Coal Township. This position involves working with inmates who exhibit disruptive, violent, or insubordinate behaviors, and requires a high level of independence in determining the appropriate course of action. Your work will include utilizing group or individual counseling methods and techniques to address difficulties associated with institutionalized living, as well as helping inmates to solve social, economic, and emotional problems that may be affecting their attitude and behavior. Your role as a Corrections Counselor is crucial in enabling inmates to take responsibility for their actions and make positive changes in their lives.

Requirements

• One year as a Corrections Counselor 1 or equivalent experience.
• One year of professional counseling or casework experience in a correctional facility.
• Bachelor's degree in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field.
• 18 college credits in relevant fields if not holding a degree.
• Obtain CLEAN and JNET certification within two months of employment.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA.
• Meet PA residency requirement.
• Pass a background investigation and meet CJIS compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide complex counseling and casework services to inmates.
• Work with inmates exhibiting disruptive, violent, or insubordinate behaviors.
• Utilize group or individual counseling methods to address institutional living difficulties.
• Help inmates solve social, economic, and emotional problems.
• Enable inmates to take responsibility for their actions.

Benefits

• Full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• Health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.
• Competitive wages and multiple retirement and investment plan options.
• Generous paid leave benefits including paid vacation, paid sick leave, and paid parental leave.
• Flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.
• Employee-only discounts and rates on various services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree