Correctional Counselor

Quick Facts

• Role: Correctional Counselor

Description

The Correctional Counselor develops and implements unit programs to meet inmates’ individual needs through individual and group counseling, and interviews newly admitted inmates during Admissions & Orientation. The counselor supports unit and institutional security through ongoing contact with inmates and serves as the unit expert for inmate personal property and trust fund activities. The position also requires participation in regular correctional security responsibilities shared with all correctional institution staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized and group counseling programs

• Interview newly admitted inmates as part of Admissions & Orientation

• Support security through extensive inmate contacts

• Coordinate unit matters for inmate personal property and package approvals

• Coordinate inmate trust fund activities, including withdrawals and special purchase orders

• Perform shared institution security responsibilities on a recurring basis

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship required

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (must include qualifying examples such as counseling, reentry coordination, intake processes, and grievance response)

• Ability to perform arduous physical duties (prolonged walking/standing, restraining in emergencies, escape-hunt participation) and meet medical fitness standards

• Successful completion of a pre-employment and panel interview

• Pass urinalysis, physical, and background investigation

• Pass NCIC and credit checks

• If not currently working in an institution: complete required domestic violence misdemeanor conviction inquiry for firearm authorization

• Complete the three-week “Introduction to Correctional Techniques” training course at Glynco, Georgia

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal benefits package (eligibility depends on position type)