Casework Counselor: Haynesville Correctional Center #00643

Virginia Department of Corrections; Virginia; Sur place; USD 49 000 - 71 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Virginia Department of Corrections seeks a Casework Counselor at Haynesville Correctional Center to deliver comprehensive case management, ensure timely classification paperwork, and supervise inmate employment during incarceration. The role emphasizes release planning and counseling to support long-term pro-social outcomes.

Advancement includes training roles and serving as a positive role model within the facility to improve security and inmate rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in counseling, rehabilitation, or casework management.
• Experience facilitating rehabilitative programs and preparing reports.
• Knowledge of counseling principles and treatment methods; ability to communicate effectively in writing.

Responsabilités

• Provide comprehensive case management and ensure classification paperwork is timely and accurate.
• Assist inmates with employment during incarceration and develop release plans.
• Provide training to staff and serve as a role model to enhance security and promote pro-social behaviors.

Connaissances

Counseling

Case management

Written communication

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Outils

Microsoft Office (Outlook)

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Description du poste

Title: Casework Counselor: Haynesville Correctional Center #00643

State Role Title: Counselor II

Hiring Range: $49,391.00 - $71,353.00

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Haynesville Correctional Ctr

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/RÉSUMÉS / WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION

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.