Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
Corrections Counselor 1 - SCI Cambridge Springs
Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania, Cambridge Springs, Pennsylvania, United States
THE POSITION
Are you looking for a career with endless opportunities for growth and learning? The Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a dedicated Corrections Counselor 1 to join our energetic treatment team at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Cambridge Springs. In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to directly interact with inmates and provide counseling services to support their rehabilitation. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and are driven by a strong sense of purpose, we invite you to explore your next career move with us!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Corrections Counselor 1, you will play a crucial role in supporting and rehabilitating inmates at SCI Cambridge Springs. Your work will include providing individual counseling and casework services, as well as assisting with employment opportunities and connecting inmates to community resources. You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate records and reports for your assigned caseload and participating in parole planning to facilitate reentry into society. Your work will have a significant impact on the lives of inmates and their chances for successful rehabilitation and reintegration.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch
This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55
Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable
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:
Three years and six months as a corrections officer, and 18 college credits in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field; or
A bachelor's degree in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a 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 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
Special Requirement:
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
You must be able to perform essential job functions
Legal Requirement:
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)
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (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 for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth 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 applicable federal or state 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 (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or your score may be lower than deserved or you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.
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DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Corrections Counselor 1, you will play a crucial role in supporting and rehabilitating inmates at SCI Cambridge Springs. Your work will include providing individual counseling and casework services, as well as assisting with employment opportunities and connecting inmates to community resources. You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate records and reports for your assigned caseload and participating in parole planning to facilitate reentry into society. Your work will have a significant impact on the lives of inmates and their chances for successful rehabilitation and reintegration.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch
This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55
Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable
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:
Three years and six months as a corrections officer, and 18 college credits in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field; or
A bachelor's degree in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a 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 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
Special Requirement:
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
You must be able to perform essential job functions
Legal Requirement:
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)
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (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 for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth 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 applicable federal or state 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 (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or your score may be lower than deserved or you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.
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