Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Overview
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Corrections Counselor 1
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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania . THE POSITION: Step into a secure and stable career with purpose by joining the Department of Corrections as a highly motivated Corrections Counselor 1 in the Referral Division. In this role, you will review referrals and determine the best placement for individuals in the state correctional system, with opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning. DESCRIPTION OF WORK: As a Corrections Counselor 1, you will play a key role in ensuring the safety and well-being of parole violators. Your duties include coordinating their placement and transportation into parole violation centers or state correctional institutions, reviewing medical and mental health records to determine appropriate placement, staying up-to-date with board actions, and researching open charges, warrants, or detainers using the Pennsylvania Justice Network. You must understand the referral process to analyze data and communicate recommendations that support offender rehabilitation. You will also manage the waitlist for parole violators, assist with placement issues, and update profiles for state correctional institutions to ensure bed availability.
Work Schedule and Additional Information
Full-time
— 40 hours per week Hours:
7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30-minute lunch Retirement benefits:
Eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55 Telework:
Not eligible for telework Salary:
Starting salary may be non-negotiable in some cases Communication:
Further notices will be sent via email; check spam/junk folders Required Experience, Training & Eligibility
Qualifications
Three years and six months as a corrections officer, and 18 college credits in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or related field; or A bachelor’s degree in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or related field; or An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes 18 college credits in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or related field Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits Special Requirement
Must obtain Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) and Pennsylvania Justice Network (JNET) certification within two months of employment and maintain certification for duration of employment Other Requirements
Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA Must meet PA residency requirement Must be able to perform essential job functions Legal Requirement
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; eligibility must be demonstrated on the application with relevant experience/education If claiming education, attach college transcripts (unofficial transcripts acceptable) Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date; late applications will not be accepted Failure to comply may eliminate you from consideration Veterans
Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans. To learn more, visit the department’s employment page and click on Veterans Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)
711 (for hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals) If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request with the interviewer in advance. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and values diversity. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. Examination Information
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position; no additional exam is required at a test center Your score is based on the information provided in your application and responses to supplemental questions Your score is valid for this posting only Complete and accurate information is required; inaccuracies may result in disqualification You may apply/test only once for this posting Your results will be provided via email Additional Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Other Industries: Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Get notified about new Counselor jobs in Cumberland County, PA.
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Join to apply for the
Corrections Counselor 1
role at
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania . THE POSITION: Step into a secure and stable career with purpose by joining the Department of Corrections as a highly motivated Corrections Counselor 1 in the Referral Division. In this role, you will review referrals and determine the best placement for individuals in the state correctional system, with opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning. DESCRIPTION OF WORK: As a Corrections Counselor 1, you will play a key role in ensuring the safety and well-being of parole violators. Your duties include coordinating their placement and transportation into parole violation centers or state correctional institutions, reviewing medical and mental health records to determine appropriate placement, staying up-to-date with board actions, and researching open charges, warrants, or detainers using the Pennsylvania Justice Network. You must understand the referral process to analyze data and communicate recommendations that support offender rehabilitation. You will also manage the waitlist for parole violators, assist with placement issues, and update profiles for state correctional institutions to ensure bed availability.
Work Schedule and Additional Information
Full-time
— 40 hours per week Hours:
7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30-minute lunch Retirement benefits:
Eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55 Telework:
Not eligible for telework Salary:
Starting salary may be non-negotiable in some cases Communication:
Further notices will be sent via email; check spam/junk folders Required Experience, Training & Eligibility
Qualifications
Three years and six months as a corrections officer, and 18 college credits in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or related field; or A bachelor’s degree in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or related field; or An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes 18 college credits in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or related field Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits Special Requirement
Must obtain Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) and Pennsylvania Justice Network (JNET) certification within two months of employment and maintain certification for duration of employment Other Requirements
Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA Must meet PA residency requirement Must be able to perform essential job functions Legal Requirement
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; eligibility must be demonstrated on the application with relevant experience/education If claiming education, attach college transcripts (unofficial transcripts acceptable) Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date; late applications will not be accepted Failure to comply may eliminate you from consideration Veterans
Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans. To learn more, visit the department’s employment page and click on Veterans Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)
711 (for hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals) If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request with the interviewer in advance. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and values diversity. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. Examination Information
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position; no additional exam is required at a test center Your score is based on the information provided in your application and responses to supplemental questions Your score is valid for this posting only Complete and accurate information is required; inaccuracies may result in disqualification You may apply/test only once for this posting Your results will be provided via email Additional Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Other Industries: Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Get notified about new Counselor jobs in Cumberland County, PA.
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