Casework Counselor Senior: Beaumont Correctional Center #02133

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 49,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers in Beaumont Correctional Center seeks a Casework Counselor Senior to implement case management, counseling, and rehabilitative programs for inmates, promoting safety and pro-social outcomes.

The role covers managing specialized caseloads, supervising groups, and coordinating pre-release planning. A high school diploma and counseling/rehabilitation experience are required; strong MS Office and reporting skills are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in counseling, rehabilitation, or casework management.
• Ability to counsel and interact with inmates to develop and follow through on treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide casework management services and counseling for inmates to enhance facility security and pro-social behavior.
• Manage inmate work program within the assigned cluster and supervise volunteers as appropriate.
• Prepare and maintain classification paperwork and pre-release planning for inmates.

Skills

Counseling

Casework management

Crisis intervention

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Title: Casework Counselor Senior: Beaumont Correctional Center #02133

State Role Title: Counselor II

Hiring Range: $49,391.00 - $76,332.00

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Beaumont Correctional Center

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Provides a range of casework management services, programming, and guidance for inmates in a correctional facility to enhance the security of the facility and promote inmates' long-term pro-social behaviors. Manage the inmate work program within the assigned cluster. Manages a specialized case load. Provides counseling, classification, case management, crisis intervention services for assigned caseload. Sponsors and/or facilitates program groups and supervises volunteers as appropriate. Prepares and maintains constant observation and follow through with pre-release planning for inmates, ensuring all relevant classification paperwork is timely, accurate and complete. Prepare inmates for release by conducting treatment programs that are relevant and evidence based.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Valid driver's license. Experience in counseling, rehabilitation, or casework management. Working knowledge of principles and practices of counseling, casework and treatment methods, behavior modification and inmate restoration rehabilitation. Experience facilitating rehabilitative programs and/or therapeutic and/or psycho-educational groups. Experience preparing reports. 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. Demonstrated ability to utilize Microsoft Office products.

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.

VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

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.