Casework Counselor: Dillwyn Correctional Center #00116

DHRM; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 49,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Corrections seeks a Casework Counselor at Dillwyn Correctional Center to deliver comprehensive case management and classification services. You will promote inmate employment during incarceration and support release planning, with training duties for staff and inmates.

Strong communication skills and experience in counseling, case management and treatment methods are required. Candidates with knowledge of evidence-based practices are encouraged to apply; bilingual

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. Experience in counseling, rehabilitation, or casework management.
• Experience facilitating rehabilitative programs and preparing reports.
• Working knowledge of counseling, casework and treatment methods; ability to develop and follow through on treatment plans and to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive case management services ensuring classification paperwork is timely, accurate and complete.
• Ensure inmates are appropriately employed during incarceration.
• Focus on adult inmate release planning and counseling; provide training and guidance to inmates and staff.

Skills

Counseling

Case management

Training

Inmate interaction

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Casework Counselor: Dillwyn Correctional Center #00116

State Role Title: Counselor II

Hiring Range: $49,391.00 $71,353.00

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Dillwyn Correctional Center

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Position provides comprehensive case management services by ensuring all relevant classification paperwork is timely, accurate and complete. Ensures inmates are appropriately employed during their incarceration. The position focuses on adult inmate release planning and performing case management/counseling which includes classification. Promotes the development of self and staff through providing training. Acts as a role model by providing guidance/direction for inmates in a correctional facility, which enhances facility security and promotes long-term pro-social behaviors.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Experience in counseling, rehabilitation, or casework management. Experience facilitating rehabilitative programs. Experience preparing reports. Working knowledge of principles and practices of counseling, of casework and treatment methods, of behavior modification, various intervention techniques and inmate restoration rehabilitation. Demonstrated ability to counsel and interact with inmates to develop, implement, and follow through on treatment plans and to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Additional Considerations

Advance knowledge in Social Services, Counseling, Criminal Justice or other areas related to human services or equivalent combination of training and experience. Previous experience working in adult counseling or corrections. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel). Certification in a specialized area, such as Certified Substance Abuse Counselor, CSAC, Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider, CSOTP. Bi-lingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Knowledge of evidence-based practices and experience facilitating staff and inmate programs.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

Email: Emailed applications are not accepted.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Advertised: 25 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 09 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time